T20 World Cup: Streets in Afghanistan Errupt in Celebration After Historic Semi-final Qualification

The streets in Afghanistan erupted with celebrations after their dramatic eight-run victory over Bangladesh in a rain-affected clash as they advanced to their first-ever T20 World Cup semi-final at the Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent on Tuesday.

“It’s unbelievable, I don’t have any words to describe my feelings. Back home, everyone is so happy for this big achievement,” said Rashid Khan after the historic win.

“It’s a massive celebration back home now. It’s a big achievement for us,” the Afghan went onto add.

T20 World Cup: Afghanistan vs Bangladesh – HIGHLIGHTS

Defending a modest total of 115 for five on a bowler-friendly surface, Afghan captain Rashid Khan belied three rain stoppages, a slippery ball and a revised target of 114 off 19 overs to take four for 23 as Bangladesh, who themselves harboured faint hopes of making the last four, were dismissed for 105 off 17.5 overs.

An unbeaten 54 from opener Litton Das was threatening to take Bangladesh to victory and earn Australia the last semi-final spot on net run-rate.

But pacer Naveen ul Haq claimed the last two wickets – Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman – off consecutive deliveries in the penultimate over of the match to trigger delirious Afghan celebrations.

With India defeating Australia earlier in the day and advancing to the second semi-final against England in Guyana on Thursday, this result assured the Afghans of second spot in the group and eliminated the Aussies together with the Bangladeshis.

Afghanistan will now face South Africa in the first semi-final in Trinidad on Wednesday.

(With inputs from Agencies)

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