Caribbean (Commonwealth) _ Following Afghanistan’s unprecedented semi-final presence thanks to Big Bash League hero Rashid Khan, Australia’s Twenty20 World Cup campaign came to an astonishing end.
There was controversy around the game as well. Afghan player Gulbadin Naib appeared to have an odd injury, which led to accusations of cheating. Australia needed Bangladesh to defeat Afghanistan, but not by more than 45 balls remaining, in order to get to the last four after losing to India by 24 runs.
Star spinner Khan was the hero for Afghanistan in a weird encounter that featured short rain delays and dubious tactics, setting up a thrilling eight-run victory on Duckworth-Lewis.
The unsportsmanlike behavior of Afghanistan, who seemed to fabricate an injury in order to waste time, has drawn criticism from many. Afghanistan’s coach Jonathan Trott motioned for his team to slow down when the rain started to get heavier during the game, obviously hoping that play would end.
Shortly after, Gulbadin Naib, fielding at first slip, collapsed, holding his hamstring and complaining of severe injuries. Had play been allowed to continue at this point, Afghanistan would have defeated Australia to go to the semi-finals.
Gulbadin, Afghanistan, and its coach Jonathan Trott are completely pitiful. Instead of acting like a fool and going against the essence of the game, there are proper strategies to win games. Manipulating wounds is shameful from Afghanistan at the 2024Â World Cup.
“Oh no, I apologize. Commentator Simon Doull stated, ‘You can’t have this. “I refuse to accept that “Not even Rashid (Khan) is fond of it. It is only a delaying technique. I understand, yet that bothers me greatly. It is not appropriate. It’s possible that they left for the rain regardless, but it doesn’t seem good. “You would be better off over in football, where the Euros are currently taking place,”
It happens only two days after Afghanistan stunned Australia to put themselves in prime position to advance to a World Cup semifinal of the cup for the first time. Bangladesh’s opener Litton Das, however, carried his bat with an undefeated 54 in the Tigers’ total of 105 chasing a revised target of 114, threatening to dash Afghanistan’s hopes.
Afghan cricketers Khan (4-23), a standout for the Adelaide Strikers, and Naveen-ul-Haq (4-26) ensured that their side did not lose in the quarterfinals of the ODI World Cup, unlike the previous year. Earlier in St. Lucia, skipper Rohit Sharma hammered 92 off of 41 balls to lead India to 5-205, but Travis Head’s 76 was only enough to limit Australia to 7-181 in response.
Following Australia’s previous defeat, skipper Mitch Marsh said, “C’mon Bangladesh.” “… India triumphed over us.” They were ultimately the superior squad. The Australians were never comfortable at Daren Sammy Stadium.
Rohit, who was brought back in place of spinner Ashton Agar, grabbed control of the game when he helped smash 29 runs off Mitchell Starc’s third over. Marcus Stoinis (2-56), Pat Cummins (0-48), and Adam Zampa (0-41) all went at more than 10 an over, so Starc (2-45) wasn’t the only one taking a beating.
Gulbadin Naib, an all-rounder for Afghanistan, has laughed off his contentious injury setback as his team is ready to make history by playing in the T20 World Cup semifinals. During his team’s Super 8s match against Bangladesh, Gulbadin was the focal point of an odd incident when he dropped violently to the ground and clutched his leg while remaining still at slip.
Meanwhile, Afghanistan was leading on the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern system, and it was starting to rain. Head coach Jonathan Trott was seen enthusiastically urging his side to slow down the game from the dugout.
Afghanistan’s victory against Bangladesh in the T20 World Cup Group 1 match to advance to their first-ever semi-final matchup with South Africa.
Afghanistan finally prevailed against Australia by bowling out Bangladesh in the game, and a strangely fit Gulbadin bowled two overs and enthusiastically joined his team in celebrating their first-ever appearance in the world tournament final four.
Former international for New Zealand Simon Doull called the event “unacceptable” during his commentary, while fellow analyst Ian Smith cracked a joke, saying, “I’ve had a dodgy knee for the last six months.” Right after the game, I’m going to meet Gulbadin Naib’s physician.”
As comments came in, former England skipper Michael Vaughan wrote on X, saying, “It’s amazing to see Gulbadin become the first cricket player in history to get a wicket 25 minutes after being shot.” With a combination of incredible timing and raw power, Rohit cleared the boundary over mid-wicket and cover with eight sixes and seven fours in a vicious striking exhibition.
