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In a high-scoring thriller at Gaddafi Stadium, Afghanistan edged past England by 8 runs in the 8th match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Opting to bat first, Afghanistan put up an impressive total of 325/7, led by a sensational knock from Ibrahim Zadran.
Afghanistan’s innings: Ibrahim Zadran’s masterclass
Afghanistan’s innings got off to a slow start as Rahmanullah Gurbaz (6) fell early. However, Ibrahim Zadran took charge with a breathtaking 177 off 146 balls, smashing 12 fours and 6 sixes. Despite losing partners at regular intervals, he held the innings together. Contributions from Hashmatullah Shahidi (40), Azmatullah Omarzai (41 off 31), and Mohammad Nabi (40 off 24) propelled Afghanistan pa🐽st the 300-run mark.
England’s bowlers struggled to contain the Afghan batters, with Jofra Archer being the standout perforไmer, claiming 3 wickets for 64 runs in his 10 overs. Liam Livingstone provided crucial breakthroughs with his 2 wickets, while Jamie Overton and Adil Rashid picked up one wicket each.
England’s chase: Joe Root’s century in vain
Chasing 326, England suffered an early setback as Philip Salt (12) and Jamie Smith (9) departed cheaply. Joe Root anchored the innings with a magnificent 120 off 111 balls, keeping England in the hunt. Contributions from Ben Duckett (38), 💖Jos Buttler (38), and Jamie Overton (32) kept England’s hopes alive.
However, Afghanistan’s bowlers maintained pressure, with Azmatullah Omarzai being the game-changer, claiming 5 wickets for 58 runs. Mohဣammad Nabi (2/57) provided vital support, while Rashid Khan and Gulbadin Naib chipped in with crucial wickets. England fell just short, getting bowled out for 317 in 49.5 overs.
Also READ: Highest individual scores in Champions Trophy – Ibrahim Zadran sets new benchmark
Here are the reactions of fans:
I am not surprised with Afghan's win over England. Their cricketers are playing in every single cricket league happening in the world. Gaining all important experience and money!
— Chetan Sharma (@chetan0711)
Afgan jalebi, bahi wahh ❤️💪
— Xavier Chachu (@xavier_chachu)
It's not over until it's over….
Well done you deserve it 💪.— Pratham Kapoor (@ItsPrathamK)
AFGHANISTAN is no more minnow ……
they have thrashedཧ🐷 England again in an icc tournament— Reply Guy (@ReplySoul)
After host Pakistan and Bangladesh , England made exit from .
Today 🐓Afghanistan outclassed England in every department oಞf game .— Manoj Pandey (@mkpandey3)
Afghanistan beat England in a thrilling contest
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— betvisa68.com (@CricketTimesHQ)
Afghanistan is a Nightmare for England in the ICC ꦑtournaments.
— Dr Artistic Soul (@dr_artisticsoul)
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Amazing from Afghanistan
First the T20 world cup final
Now this
Kudos to Jonathan trott
Incredible reallyEngland are a washed odi side since th💮e 20𝄹19 odi World Cup
— Harshal (@Harshal90373928)
super victory ..whaꦫt a commitment and passion 💥
— Tanujnani 🌶️🌶️ (@tanujnani)
Congratulations team afganistan fantastic win always shows their fight i𝔍n big events, well played
— Vinu Nair (@Vinumonnair)
