Afghanistan Stuns England, Eyes Historic ICC Champions Trophy Semifinal

Afghanistan's cricket team defeated England, eliminating the 2019 World Cup champions, and now faces Australia in a decisive group-stage match.

Afghanistan secured a dramatic eight-run victory over England, knocking the defending ICC Champions Trophy winners out of the tournament.
The win highlights Afghanistan's rise as a formidable force in international cricket, with key performances from players like Ibrahim Zadran and Azmatullah Omarzai.
Zadran's composed 177-run innings and Omarzai's five-wicket haul were instrumental in Afghanistan's success against England.
England's ODI struggles continue, with the team losing 12 of their last 16 matches since the 2023 World Cup, raising questions about their current direction under captain Jos Buttler.
Afghanistan will face Australia on Friday in a virtual knockout match, with a semifinal spot on the line for both teams in the ICC Champions Trophy.