Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi led his team into a crucial World Cup match against Australia at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The stakes were high as a win would secure an unprecedented top-four finish for Afghanistan in the tournament.
Deciding to bat first after winning the toss, Afghanistan posted an imposing 291/5, their highest-ever World Cup total, thanks to a late overs boost from Rashid Khan. Opener Ibrahim Zadran’s exceptional performance, scoring 129*, made a notable impact on the game.
In an interview during the innings break, Zadran credited Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar for his advice and support. Tendulkar had interacted with the Afghanistan team during their practice sessions at the Wankhede Stadium, which seemed to have a positive influence on Zadran’s composed knock.
With India and Australia as strong contenders for the 2023 World Cup title, the odds from Dafabet are 2.00 for India and 4.50 for Australia. Afghanistan, despite their strong performance, are listed at 67.00.
The support and guidance from cricket legends like Tendulkar could be a significant factor in shaping the outcomes of future matches in the 2023 World Cup.
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