NZ Vs AFG: Afghanistan Pull Off The Biggest Upset In Cricket History! Ravi Shastri Sings Their Praises

The Afghanistan Cricket Team’s historic victory over England in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has garnered praise from renowned cricket figure Ravi Shastri, who is celebrated for his distinguished career as a player and coach. The match, held on Sunday, October 15th at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, witnessed Afghanistan’s impressive triumph over the reigning champions by a substantial margin of 69 runs.

Ravi Shastri, a prominent figure in Indian cricket, both for his remarkable playing career and subsequent coaching roles, was swift to recognize the significance of Afghanistan’s remarkable achievement. He took to social media to convey his admiration for the team’s remarkable performance, stating, “Salute you Afghanistan. You have pulled off the biggest upset in WC cricket if not in the history of the game. Respect.”

Ravi Shastri’s commendation of Afghanistan’s performance carries weight due to his extensive knowledge and deep understanding of the game. As a player, Shastri was known for his ability to adapt and accelerate his innings when the situation demanded it. His coaching tenure included leading the Indian national cricket team until the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup.

Salute you AFGHANISTAN ??. You have pulled offff the biggest upset in WC cricket. If not in the history of the game. Respect. @rashidkhan_19 @Mujeeb_R88 #CWC2023 #ENGvsAFG pic.twitter.com/o59wpS6Sxc

— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) October 15, 2023

Afghanistan Got Their Second Win In World Cup History

This victory signifies a momentous milestone for Afghanistan, a team that had only secured a single World Cup victory in its entire history before this monumental win. Their triumph over England, the defending world champions, is being hailed as one of the most astonishing upsets in the tournament’s annals, casting a shadow of uncertainty over England’s title defense.

Mujeeb-Ur-Rahman was the star for the Afghans in their victory against England. Mujeeb bowled a brilliant spell with a staggering figure of 3/51 in 10 overs. He also scored 28 off 16 deliveries, adding crucial runs for Afghanistan, taking their total to 284. In response England were bowled out for 215, Rashid Khan also displayed a stunning performance picking up a figure of 3/37 in 9.3 overs.

Afghanistan’s accomplishment underscores a fundamental truth about cricket – it is a sport where underdogs can rise to the occasion and etch their names in history. This victory will undoubtedly serve as a wellspring of inspiration for burgeoning cricketing nations across the globe. Moreover, it reminds us that the spirit of sportsmanship and the love for the game transcends boundaries and national affiliations.