Afghanistan Register Historic Win, England Eliminated

A Triumph for Afghanistan, a Nightmare for England

In a thrilling Champions Trophy 2025 encounter, Afghanistan secured a historic win, defeating England by eight runs and eliminating them from the tournament. Joe Root’s century under pressure was not enough to rescue his team, as Ibrahim Zadran’s phenomenal 177 and Azmatullah Omarzai’s five-wicket haul powered Afghanistan to an unforgettable victory.

“Afghanistan stuns England with a historic victory, knocking them out of the Champions Trophy.”

Match Summary: Afghanistan’s Stunning Victory

England’s campaign came to a shocking halt as they failed to chase Afghanistan’s imposing target. With two consecutive losses, England’s chances of progressing were crushed, while Afghanistan kept their semifinal hopes alive.

Key Highlights from the Match:

• Ibrahim Zadran’s 177 led Afghanistan to a strong total.
• Azmatullah Omarzai’s 5/58 dismantled England’s batting lineup.
• Joe Root’s century went in vain as England fell short by eight runs.
• England’s early setbacks—losing Phil Salt and Jamie Smith—proved costly.
• Afghanistan must now defeat Australia to reach the semifinals.

England’s Struggles in the Chase

England’s pursuit of Afghanistan’s 325-run target started poorly as they lost Phil Salt and Jamie Smith early. At 30 for two, they were already on the back foot. Despite Root’s brilliance, wickets kept falling at crucial moments. They ultimately folded for 317 all out with one ball to spare, as Omarzai’s five-wicket haul halted their chase.

Afghanistan’s Path to the Semifinals

With this win, Afghanistan now has two points, placing them in contention for a semifinal spot. However, their final league match against Australia will decide their fate. If they manage to win, they could secure a historic last-four berth.

What’s Next for Both Teams?

• Afghanistan vs Australia: A must-win match for Afghanistan.
• England vs South Africa: A dead rubber, as England is already eliminated.

Final Thoughts

Afghanistan’s unwavering determination and fearless cricket have once again proven their ability to challenge top teams. As England exits the tournament winless, Afghanistan’s campaign remains alive, with one final hurdle against Australia.

“A historic moment for Afghanistan cricket—can they continue their fairytale run to the semifinals?”

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