Afghanistan Defeats Pakistan in Historic Cricket World Cup Win

Victory boosts Afghanistan to sixth in tournament standings, marking their first one-day international win over Pakistan at their eighth attempt and third ever World Cup win.

Afghanistan marks its first one-day international win over Pakistan in their eighth attempt, with a thrilling victory in the Cricket World Cup 2023.
The match saw Afghanistan successfully chase their highest ever score in the format, reaching their target of 283 with eight wickets and six balls to spare.
This victory over Pakistan is Afghanistan's third ever World Cup win, elevating the team to sixth place in the ongoing tournament standings.
Key contributions to the victory included Ibrahim Zadran's 87, Rahmanullah Gurbaz's 65, and Rahmat Shah's unbeaten 77. Teenage spinner Noor Ahmad also stood out, taking 3-49 against Pakistan.
Afghanistan's team has demonstrated resilience and professional play, prodigiously handling pressure, and their victorious performance against Pakistan has reinvigorated hopes for their semi-final chances.