T20 World Cup 2024: Australia vs Afghanistan semi-final qualifiers

With incredible sadness ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, Afghanistan he won the victory Australia by 21 runs, which changed the qualifying situation in Group 1. The win placed Afghanistan well to secure their first place in the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup, while Australia faced uncertainty over their progress.

Afghanistan’s governance and challenges for Australia

Electing to bowl first after winning the toss, Australia aim to use a pitch where batting teams have struggled. Despite a slow start, Afghanistan’s opening duo Rahmanullah Gurbaz again Ibrahim Zadran he built a formidable partnership of 118 runs. However, Pat Cummins‘ historic hat-trick led to a collapse, restricting Afghanistan to 148/6 at the end of their innings.

In reply, Australia’s chase fizzled out initially Travis Head from zero again Mitchell Marsh continuing his poor condition. While Glenn MaxwellA solid 59 kept Australia’s hopes alive, with wickets falling every now and then. Gulbadin Naibexceptional bowling figures (4/20) sealed Australia’s end as they were bowled out for 127 runs, marking a crucial defeat.

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Australia’s approach to fitness

After the loss to Afghanistan, Australia finds itself in a critical situation. To secure a place in the semi-finals, Australia must defeat India in their upcoming game on June 24 in St. In addition, they require Bangladesh to defeat Afghanistan in their tournament. Despite the current run rate of 0.223, Australia’s qualification depends on these results.

Afghanistan’s path to the semi-finals

Encouraged by a strong performance, Afghanistan now want to use their momentum. They have to beat Bangladesh and hope India beat Australia to cement their place in the semi-finals. Otherwise, if they lose to Bangladesh, Afghanistan must win convincingly and rely on India to restrict Australia, improving their current run rate of -0.65.

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