NZ vs AFG: The T20 World Cup 2024 is peaking for sure. On Saturday, Afghanistan cricket team scripted history as they defeated New Zealand for the first time in their T20I history. This was also the biggest ever loss by New Zealand in terms of runs in T20 World Cup history. Let us check out some reactions after the NZ vs AFG T20 World Cup clash.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz named POTM in NZ vs AFG match
Opening the innings for Afghanistan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz smashed an excellent 80 off just 56 deliveries as the Asian side managed to post 159/6 in their allotted 20 overs. In reply, the Kiwis were bundled out for a mere 75/10.
“I think, nothing special than the win. The wicket was not easy, the total that we got was good. A bit frustrated because couldn’t end the way I wanted to. The total in our mind was 140-160. Credit to Farooqi and Rashid the way they bowled, said Gurbaz.
We knew this is a very good partnership at the top. We discuss that when it is not my day, he takes on the bowler. When it is not his day, I do the attacking. My job is to keep everyone active on the ground. If I am not active, I make sure other players are loud and give energy to the bowlers.” he added.