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Afghanistan’s cricket miracle – from refugee camps to world cup semi-final, but marred by gender apartheid

Claims that the USA’s victory against Pakistan in the T20 men’s cricket world cup was the most unexpected sporting moment of 2024 might now be considered premature, now that Afghanistan has won through to the semi-final, leaving teams such as Australia in their wake.

The Conversation

We still haven't played our best game yet: South Africa coach Rob Walter

NEW DELHI: South Africa coach Rob Walter expressed optimism about the team's future prospects, stating that their finest performances are still ahead of them. He emphasized that the squad is not weighed down by previous close defeats and will draw inspiration from their ability to perform well in critical situations…

The Times of India

What channel is South Africa vs Afghanistan on today? TV and live stream for T20 World Cup semi-final

A place in Saturday’s final on the line

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WATCH: Rashid Khan's special message as Afghanistan set to play their first-ever World Cup semifinal

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan on Wednesday took to social media to address his supporters before the highly anticipated ICC T20 World Cup 2024 semifinal match against South Africa. The game, which will be held on Thursday at Tarouba in Trinidad and Tobago, presents a significant opportunity for Afghanistan…

The Times of India

AB de Villiers writes four-word 'open letter' to South Africa ahead of T20 World Cup semifinal against Afghanistan

Former South Africa batsman AB de Villiers is optimistic about the Proteas who are two steps away from winning an elusive ICC trophy, something that has continued to remain a so-near-yet-so-far story for the team ever since the 1992 World Cup semifinal.

The Times of India

Afghanistan's flair takes on South Africa's experience for a place in T20 World Cup final

Afghanistan, the tournament's surprise package, will face off against South Africa, the perennial dark horses, in the first semifinal of the T20 World Cup at the Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad.

The Times of India

Afghanistan vs South Africa – T20 World Cup semifinal: Weather, pitch, toss

Afghanistan face unbeaten South Africa with ‘nothing to lose’ but will be eyeing more history in the T20 World Cup 2024.

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Afghanistan-South Africa T20 World Cup semifinal pits cricket's overachievers against underachievers

The underdog Afghanistan team has reached the Twenty20 World Cup semifinals for the first time and has captured the attention of cricket fans everywhere

The Independent UK

T20 World Cup: Why India vs England semifinal does not have a reserve day

The second semifinal of the T20 World Cup between India and England in Guyana has a serious rain threat hanging over it, which puts the focus on ICC's playing conditions in place for weather interruptions in the tournament's knockout matches that need to have a winner. But in stark contrast,…

The Times of India

T20 World Cup Semifinals: Everything you need to know about India vs England and South Africa vs Afghanistan

India, Afghanistan, South Africa and England — the four survivors of the 'Super 8s' have finally been spotted. This has been a rare, collector’s edition of a T20 World Cup where the ball, for once, has mostly dominated the bat. We have also witnessed a clutch of humdingers, and it’s…

The Times of India

T20 World Cup: Dwayne Bravo the man behind Afghanistan pacers' upswing

ST. LUCIA: If you have been following the Afghanistan roller-coaster in the last couple of games, you might have noticed one man taking walks around the ground quietly as the drama kept unfolding. That man is Dwayne Bravo, the bowling consultant who seems to have made a world of difference…

The Times of India

'The guy is playing for his country, trying to...': Ravichandran Ashwin defends Gulbadin Naib's actions in T20 World Cup controversy

NEW DELHI: India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has shared his perspective on the controversial incident involving Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib, who had allegedly ‘faked’ an injury to waste time during the T20 World Cup Super Eight match against Bangladesh.

The Times of India

'We will have a new T20 World Cup winner in Afghanistan'

MUMBAI: Afghanistan’s historic run into the T20 World Cup semifinal on Tuesday prompted former coach Lalchand Rajput, who has been watching his former team in action closely, to make a bold prediction.

The Times of India

'I don't know what happened...': Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan on Gulbadin Naib's 'injury' during T20 World Cup match against Bangladesh

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan addressed the injury of his teammate Gulbadin Naib during their crucial T20 World Cup Super Eight match against Bangladesh, saying it did not make any difference to the outcome.

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'No scarring': Why coach Jonathan Trott believes Afghanistan have an advantage over South Africa in T20 World Cup semi-final

NEW DELHI: Coach Jonathan Trott believes Afghanistan will enter the T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa on Thursday with an advantage, citing their lack of historical baggage compared to the often unlucky and accident-prone South African team.

The Guardian - UK

Australia miss out when it matters at T20 World Cup as David Warner bids farewell

Mixed campaign came to a close with Afghanistan’s win over Bangladesh as did the opener’s international career

The Independent UK

Gulbadin Naib makes light of mystery injury in Afghanistan’s win over Bangladesh

Afghanistan eventually won the game without recourse to DLS, edging out Australia.

The Times of India

'Bambai se aaya...': Rashid Khan shares photo with Rohit Sharma after Afghanistan enter semifinals

NEW DELHI: Rashid Khan's Afghanistan team secured a historic first-ever T20 World Cup semi-final berth by defeating Bangladesh by 8 runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method. This victory not only eliminated one of the tournament favorites Australia but also capped off an impressive run for Afghanistan, which included wins over…

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'Broken moral compass': Senior Labour figure slated for refugee comments

LABOUR have been accused of having a “broken moral compass” after a senior figure refused to rule out sending asylum seekers back to Taliban-run…

The National (Scotland)

'Depressing': Labour refuse to rule out sending refugees to Taliban-run Afghanistan

LABOUR have refused to rule out sending asylum seekers back to the Taliban-controlled Afghanistan from which they are fleeing ...

The Times of India

Taliban minister congratulates captain Rashid Khan after Afghanistan reach T20 World Cup semifinals - WATCH

NEW DELHI: The Afghan cricket team's thrilling eight-run triumph over Bangladesh on Tuesday sparked joyous celebrations across Afghanistan. This historic win secured their maiden entry into the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup.

The Times of India

South Africa face test of nerves and Afghanistan in T20 World Cup semis

NEW DELHI: South Africa's quest to secure their maiden major cricket title may hinge on their ability to finally overcome the dreaded "chokers" label. Their latest test of resolve will come against Afghanistan in the Twenty20 World Cup semi-final at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad on Thursday.

The Times of India

Gulbadin Naib's cryptic reply to R Ashwin's 'red card' comment

NEW DELHI: After Afghanistan's thrilling victory over Bangladesh in their final Super Eight match, which secured their first-ever spot in the ICC T20 World Cup semifinals, questions have arisen regarding Gulbadin Naib's cramp in the 12th over.

The Times of India

'There was one moment where Rohit...': Brad Hogg says Australia weren't prepared for India

NEW DELHI: Brad Hogg criticised the Australian team's lack of preparation for their match against India. Former Australian cricketer specifically pointed out the ineffectiveness of Mitchell Starc, the pace bowler, who struggled to contain Rohit Sharma's onslaught during the T20 World Cup Super Eights encounter in Saint Lucia.

The Times of India

'You'll struggle to find...': Ricky Ponting on retiring David Warner

NEW DELHI: Former skipper Ricky Ponting on Tuesday heaped praise on the recently retired opener David Warner, commending his "unbelievable" career that spanned all three formats. Ponting emphasized the difficulty in finding a replacement for Warner due to the significant impact he had on Australian cricket.

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