Watch: Afghanistan fans celebrate on streets of Kabul after historic win over Pakistan in World Cup 2023
Watch: Afghanistan fans celebrate in the streets of Kabul after an historic win over Pakistan in World Cup 2023 match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
In Short
- Fans were happy after Afghanistan beat Pakistan by 8 wickets
- Fans in Kabul celebrated their hearts out after Afghanistan’s historic win
- On Monday, Afghanistan won their maiden ODI over Pakistan in 8 matches
The streets of Kabul erupted in joyous celebration on Monday, October 23rd, 2023, as Afghanistan secured a historic victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the ongoing Cricket World Cup. The Afghan cricket team's first-ever One Day International (ODI) win against Pakistan was met with fireworks and throngs of fans taking to the streets in jubilation.
The match, held at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, India, saw Afghanistan complete an impressive eight-wicket victory over Pakistan. The Afghan team chased down Pakistan's score of 282-7 with remarkable ease, thanks to an extraordinary opening stand of 130 off 128 balls by Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran. Gurbaz scored a swift 65, while Zadran contributed a solid 87, setting the stage for Afghanistan's successful chase.
The victory was particularly sweet as it marked a significant milestone in Afghanistan's cricketing history. It was their first win against Pakistan in an ODI match, a feat that has boosted the morale of the team and its supporters back home.
In Kabul, the atmosphere was electric. Fireworks lit up the night sky as fans poured onto the streets to celebrate the momentous occasion. The victory was not just a win on the cricket field, but a symbol of national pride and unity for the people of Afghanistan.
The match itself was a thrilling encounter. Despite Pakistan's strong start, Afghanistan's bowlers managed to restrict their scoring. The Afghan batsmen then took charge, with Gurbaz and Zadran leading the way. Their partnership laid a solid foundation for the chase, and the subsequent batsmen capitalized on it, steering Afghanistan to a comfortable victory.
The loss was a significant blow to Pakistan, pushing them into a must-win situation for a place in the semifinals. On the other hand, Afghanistan's win kept their hopes alive in the tournament, moving them into the No. 6 spot.
The victory over Pakistan is a testament to the growing prowess of Afghanistan in international cricket. The jubilant celebrations in Kabul reflect not just the joy of a well-deserved win, but also the hope and resilience of a nation that continues to find unity and pride in its sporting achievements.
As the World Cup progresses, the Afghan team will undoubtedly carry the hopes and dreams of their fans, both at home and around the world.