Delhi: The Afghanistan cricket team created history on Friday by defeating South Africa in Sharjah and winning the three-match ODI series 2-0. This is Afghanistan's first series win against South Africa, and they also set many records in this match.
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Batting first, Afghanistan scored 311 runs for the loss of 4 wickets. The team in green jersey could not achieve this target and collapsed at 134 runs, due to which Afghanistan won by 177 runs. This is Afghanistan's biggest victory in terms of runs in ODI, while this is South Africa's fifth biggest defeat in terms of runs.
In this match, star opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored a century by scoring 105 runs in 110 balls with the help of 10 fours and 3 sixes. This is his seventh century in ODIs, which makes him the batsman who has scored the most centuries for Afghanistan. Before this, Mohammad Shahzad had six centuries to his name.
Deadly bowling by Rashid Khan
Veteran leg-spinner Rashid Khan also played a significant role in Afghanistan's victory, taking five wickets for just 19 runs in 9 overs. He did this performance on the occasion of his birthday, making him the best bowler to bowl on his birthday.
FAQ
Has Afghanistan ever defeated India in cricket?
There have been 4 ODI matches between India and Afghanistan. Out of these 4 matches
India has won 3, while Afghanistan has not won a single match.
Which Indian king conquered Afghanistan?
In July 1581, the Kachwahas led by Kunwar Man Singh joined the Mughal army and conquered Afghanistan, bringing Afghanistan under the Shahi rule. The defeat caused the ruler of Kabul to remain silent for the rest of his life, but the Afghans were saddened and angry.
