“Sensational Upset: Afghanistan Stuns Pakistan in Epic Cricket Showdown!”

Afghanistan achieved a historic milestone by convincingly defeating Pakistan in ODIs, showcasing a remarkable batting performance by their top four players and an exceptional three-wicket haul by Noor Ahmed.

In the 2023 Cricket World Cup, Afghanistan’s journey continued to dazzle. Under the leadership of Hashmatullah Shahidi, the Afghanistan team demonstrated that their victory over defending champions England was no mere stroke of luck. They continued their success by outclassing the Pakistan team. This victory was a comfortable one for Afghanistan, propelling them to the sixth position in the Cricket World Cup points table. Notably, this was the first time Afghanistan had ever defeated Pakistan in ODIs.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (65), Ibrahim Zadran (87), and Rahmat Shah (77)* were the stars of the batting lineup, spearheading Afghanistan’s commanding upset triumph.

Following this historic achievement, former Indian cricket team star Irfan Pathan was seen celebrating with Rashid Khan.

The elated fans of Afghanistan celebrated this momentous victory and expressed their gratitude to the people of Chennai for their support. One Afghan fan conveyed, “I am from Afghanistan, and winning the match was amazing. I want to thank Indians for supporting us, especially the people of Chennai who backed our team.”

The excitement among the fans was palpable, with some reacting as if they had won the World Cup. An enthusiastic Afghan supporter shared, “This feels more exciting than winning the World Cup. Seeing Afghanistan beat Pakistan is truly remarkable. The match was wonderful, perfect. I love the Chennai ground.”

Additionally, an Afghan fan highlighted the significant number of Afghans residing in Pakistan and emphasized the need to ensure their well-being. Ibrahim Zadran, who played a pivotal role in the victory, dedicated his Player of the Match award to his fellow countrymen and Afghans facing deportation from Pakistan. The fan voiced, “This is a significant step for our team, and I hope Afghanistan reaches the Semi-Finals. They (Pakistan) should not mistreat us; there should be a more humane approach to this issue. Ibrahim Zadran has dedicated this victory to those who are currently facing hardships and need support. This win is like winning the World Cup for us, and we are determined to continue winning more matches. Our team is on an upward trajectory.”