West Indies Dominate Afghanistan in T20 World Cup 2024 Group Stage Clash In a thrilling encounter at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia, the West Indies showcased a dominant performance against Afghanistan, securing a resounding 104-run victory.
Afghanistan’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss backfired as Nicholas Pooran explosive innings of 98 off 53 deliveries propelled the Windies to a formidable total of 218-5 in their allotted 20 overs. Johnson Charles provided valuable contributions with a quickfire 43.
Chasing a challenging target of 219, Afghanistan faltered under pressure and was bundled out for a mere 114 in 16.2 overs. Obed McCoy starred with the ball, claiming 3-14, while Gudakesh Motie and Akeal Hosein picked up crucial wickets as well.
Nicholas Pooran Played a sensational innings comprising six fours and eight sixes before falling just short of a well-deserved century.
Ibrahim Zadran top-scored for Afghanistan with 38 runs off 28 balls.
Gulbadin Naib Impressed with figures of 2-14 for Afghanistan
West Indies Playing XI: Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran(w), Shai Hope, Rovman Powell(c), Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Obed McCoy.
Afghanistan Playing XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan(c), Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
mario Shepherd’s absence from the West Indies squad due to personal reasons, being replaced by Obed McCoy.
Both teams had already secured their spots in the Super 8 stage after winning their initial three matches in Group C.
This commanding victory by the West Indies sets the stage for an exciting journey in the upcoming Super 8 round of the T20 Worlf cup 2024
