Afghanistan Book T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Finals Berth

Afghanistan made history by reaching the T20 World Cup semi-final for the first time.

Afghanistan ensured their qualification with an 8-run (DLS method) win against Bangladesh.

Batting first, Afghanistan posted 115/5.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz was their highest scorer (43 off 55 balls) against Bangladesh.

Rishad Hossain picked three wickets for Bangladesh.

Rain interrupted the game during the run chase, revising the target to 114 in 19 overs.

Bangladesh, eventually, fell short by 8 runs.

Skipper Rashid Khan and Naveen-ul-Haq claimed 4 wickets each for Afghanistan.

Afghanistan’s win resulted in Australia’s elimination from the competition.

Afghanistan will next face South Africa in the first semi-final on Thursday, June 27.