Twitter goes wild as Afghanistan stun New Zealand to register record win in 2024 T20 World Cup

In an amazing display of cricketing prowess, Afghanistan He won against New Zealand at the Providence Stadium in Guyana, secured an 84-run victory in the process ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Led by their fearsome spinners and bolstered by a formidable batting, Afghanistan did an impressive job to secure their second consecutive win in the tournament and first victory over the Blackcaps in the shorter format.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz leads Afghanistan in explosive batting

Against New Zealand, Afghanistan showed their batting depth, posting an impressive total of 159/6 in their allotted 20 overs. To open the dough Rahmanullah Gurbaz he stole the show with a stunning knock of 80 runs off 56 balls, with plenty of boundaries and sixes. Supported by Ibrahim Zadran‘s resilient 44, Afghanistan built a solid foundation despite early setbacks, setting the stage for a challenging total.

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New Zealand bowlers face an uphill battle

New Zealand’s bowling unit faced a tough challenge against a fierce Afghanistan team. Despite the efforts from Trent Boult again Matt Henrywho got two wickets each, Afghanistan’s batsmen used strong runs, piling up runs at a rapid pace. Lockie Ferguson and Mitchell Santner also contributed a wicket apiece, but Afghanistan’s strong start and late arrivals saw them reach a competitive score.

Afghanistan’s bowlers are doing wonders

Chasing 160 runs, New Zealand’s batting line-up collapsed under the pressure put on by Afghanistan’s bowlers. Fazalhaq Farooqi led the way with a bang, taking four wickets for just 17 runs, then Mohammad Nabi gave a crucial win by two wickets. Captain Rashid Khan he showed his spin wizardry, got four wickets and orchestrated New Zealand’s collapse. Rashid’s masterclass, coupled with Farooqi’s early onslaught, left New Zealand reeling at 75 all out. Gurbaz was named Player of the Match for his exceptional batting.

Here’s how Twitter responded:

100+ opening stand by Gurbaz and Ibrahim, Fazalhaq destroying the top order, and Rashid running through the middle. A great show from Afghanistan! NZ on the other hand looked under repair and paying a heavy price. #NZvFG #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/OJ0Oam31MQ

— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) June 8, 2024

Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s consecutive fifties in #T20WorldCup 👏#NZvFG pic.twitter.com/o5Crz4Sqt3

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) June 8, 2024

Excellent performance by the men in blue @ACBofficials. Well played @rashidkhan_19 @RGurbaz_21 @fazalfarooqi10 @Izadran18 @MohammadNabi007 along with all the players, staff, fans and the entire nation.
Mubarak mo sha!#NZvFG #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/2OLk58NB5X

– Mirwais Ashraf (@MirwaisAshraf16) June 8, 2024

What an amazing performance by Afghanistan 🇦🇫 against New Zealand
They have surpassed New Zealand in every department.
Rashid khan , Gurbaz and Farooqi are the stars of the day🔥#AfgvsNZ#T20WorldCup2024 pic.twitter.com/HzVG1L7IkF

– Saad (@Saad_dogar77) June 8, 2024

What a player Gurbaz turned into!
Mohammad Haris could have been improved by something like him but… pic.twitter.com/IXuV86cHOt

— Basit Subhani (@BasitSubhani) June 8, 2024

GREAT INNINGS FROM GURBAZ!! #AFGvNZ #T20WC2024 pic.twitter.com/EGy7X6CSU1

– Aqdas Rehman (@AqdasRehman) June 8, 2024

Gurbaz has just scored one of the best sixes ever seen in the World Cup

— yang goi (@GongR1ght) June 8, 2024

Afghanistan beating New Zealand is not an upset. Hope this helps. They are the 2nd best cricket team in Asia right now. #NZvsAFG pic.twitter.com/iPmwFcYsbx

– RATNISH (@LoyalSachinFan) June 8, 2024

New Zealand bowled out for 75 in 15.2 overs as Afghanistan win the match by 84 runs in Guyana 👏

Afghanistan has become a force in T20i Cricket 🏏

Beautiful concerts ✨
Fazal Haq Farooqi 4/17
Rashid Khan 4/17
Rehmanullah Gurbaz 80 (56)#T20WorldCup2024 #NZvFG pic.twitter.com/2Su8mLfdKy

— Shahzaib Ali 🇵🇰 (@DSBcricket) June 8, 2024

What a fiery performance by Rashid Khan! The Captain’s stellar 4 in 17 overs for 4 devours the Kiwi batsmen. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/uAEtnxByAJ

– Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952_) June 8, 2024

𝐀𝐫𝐡𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐧 𝐖𝐧! 🙌#AfghanAtalan put in a perfect round performance to beat @BLACKCAPS by 84 runs and register 2nd consecutive win in #T20WorldCup. 🤩

Congratulations to the Entire Afghan Nation and to all the fans around the world. 👏👏#AFGvNZ pic.twitter.com/PW7YPpHxLF

– Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) June 8, 2024

Afghanistan beat New Zealand by 84 runs 👊#cricket #NZvFG #T20WorldCup #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/vj8hK2MlFT

– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) June 8, 2024

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