Delhi: In the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, Afghanistan performed impressively and ended their campaign with a win by defeating Canada by 82 runs. Batting first in this match, Afghanistan made a strong score of 200 runs in 20 overs, in response to which the Canadian team could score only 118 runs despite playing the entire over. Ibrahim Zadran’s unbeaten innings and Mohammad Nabi’s deadly bowling were the main pillars of the victory.

Afghanistan’s innings – partnership strengthened

Canada won the toss and chose to bowl first. Afghanistan had a steady start, but soon Rahmanullah Gurbaz tried to increase the run rate. He also got a lease of life, but he could not play a big innings. Jaskaran Singh put Afghanistan under pressure by dismissing Gurbaz and Gulbadin Naib in the same over.

Main Contribution:

Ibrahim Zadran – 95* (56 balls)
Sadiqullah Atal – Important innings (missed half-century)

After this, Zadran and Atal took control of the innings and made a fast partnership. 95 runs were added between the two on 59 balls. Zadran stood firm till the end and took the team to 200 runs by hitting consecutive fours on the last balls.

canadian bowling

The Canadian bowlers achieved early success, but failed to maintain control over the Afghan batsmen in the middle overs.

Leading bowlers:

Jaskaran Singh – 3 wickets

pursuit of goals

The Canadian team, which set out to chase the target of 201 runs, faced setbacks in the very beginning. Dilpreet Bajwa tried to make a fast start, but Mujeeb ur Rehman dismissed him. Azmatullah Omarzai sent Navneet Dhaliwal to the pavilion without opening the account, while Mohammad Nabi pushed Canada further back by taking the wicket of Yuvraj Samra.

afghanistan bowling

After the powerplay, Afghanistan’s spin attack took complete control of the match. Wickets kept falling at regular intervals and Canada moved away from the target.

Leading bowlers:

Mohammad Nabi – 4 wickets
Rashid Khan – 2 wickets
Mujeeb Ur Rahman – Critical Success

Brief Scorecard – Afghanistan vs Canada

Afghanistan: 200/4 (20 overs)

Canada: 118/8 (20 overs)

Result:

Afghanistan won by 82 runs.

player of the match

Ibrahim Zadran – Honored for his match-winning innings of 95* runs on 56 balls. He dedicated this award to the team’s coach Jonathan Trott, whose tenure is ending.

turning point of the match

First turning point: Zadran-Atal’s 95-run partnership, which took Afghanistan towards a big score.

Second defining moment: Mohammad Nabi’s lethal bowling in the middle overs, which ended Canada’s hopes of a comeback.

FAQs

Question 1: Who won the Afghanistan vs Canada match?
Answer: Afghanistan won by 82 runs.

Question 2: Who was the most influential player in the match?
Answer: Ibrahim Zadran, who played an unbeaten inning of 95* runs.

Question 3: What was the biggest reason for Afghanistan’s victory?
Answer: Zadran’s explosive innings and effective spin attack kept Canada under pressure.

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