Afghanistan vs Australia 39th Match Cricket Scorecard ICC Cricket World Cup 2023-24
Breaking News:
Australia defeated Afghanistan in the 39th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023-24 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on November 07, 2023. Chasing Afghanistan's modest total of 201, Australia reached the target comfortably with four overs to spare, thanks to a fine half-century from David Warner.
Match Summary:
Afghanistan, who elected to bat first after winning the toss, got off to a poor start and lost their top three batsmen for just 20 runs. However, a fine partnership between Najibullah Zadran and Hashmatullah Shahidi helped them recover somewhat, and they eventually posted a total of 201 all out in 49.3 overs. Zadran top-scored for Afghanistan with 69, while Shahidi made 59.
In reply, Australia lost their captain Aaron Finch early on, but Warner and Steve Smith put on a century partnership to steady the ship. Warner went on to make 85 off 96 balls, while Smith contributed 56. Glenn Maxwell provided the finishing touches with a quickfire 32 off 20 balls, as Australia cruised to a seven-wicket victory.
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