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The 30th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 saw Afghanistan<\/strong> take on Sri Lanka<\/strong> in a highly-anticipated encounter. The Afghan side emerged victorious in the contest by seven wickets, and their win was marked by phenomenal all-round performance. On the other hand, Sri Lanka failed to impress in any of the departments.<\/p>\n Asked to bat first, Sri Lanka\u2019s innings got off to a shaky start, with their opener Dimuth Karunaratne <\/strong>falling early for just five runs. However, Pathum Nissanka<\/strong> and Kusal Mendis<\/strong><\/a> chipped in with brilliant contributions and anchored the Sri Lankan innings. Nissanka added gritty 46 runs, while Mendis scored 39 runs. Sadeera Samarawickrama<\/strong> also contributed 36 runs, but Sri Lanka kept losing wickets at regular intervals and were eventually bundled out for 241 in 49.3 overs.<\/p>\n The hero of the day for Afghanistan was undoubtedly Fazalhaq Farooqi<\/strong>. The Afghan pacer took sensation four-fer, finishing with impressive figures of 4\/34. His fiery spells put Sri Lanka on the back foot and prevented them from posting a substantial total, shifting the momentum in Afghanistan\u2019s favour.<\/p>\n Afghanistan\u2019s batting lineup put up a determined effort to chase down the target. Ibrahim Zadran<\/strong> and Rahmat Shah<\/strong> provided a solid foundation with scores of 39 and 62, respectively. Hashmatullah Shahidi<\/strong> (58) and Azmatullah Omarzai<\/strong> (73) both contributed with valuable half-centuries as well. Dilshan Madushanka<\/strong> was the standout bowler for Sri Lanka, taking two wickets, but Afghanistan\u2019s batters held their nerve and took the team across the finish line.<\/p>\n Afghanistan managed to reach the target of 242 with ease, finishing at 242\/3 in just 45.2 overs<\/a>. This victory marked Afghanistan\u2019s third win in the ongoing World Cup. Notably, their other two victories came against cricket powerhouses England and Pakistan.<\/p>\n Comfortable win by @ACBofficials<\/a>! Commendable game by the team. Congratulations!#CWC23<\/a> #AfgvSL<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Azmatlullah Omarzai is a proper talent. Fast bowling all rounders are hard to find Protect them if you have them. #AFGvsL<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Afghanistan Defeated 1992 Champions Pakistan!!<\/p>\n Afghanistan Defeated 2019 Champions England!!! <\/p>\n Afghanistan Defeated 1996 Champions Sri lanka!!<\/p>\n Bravo #AfghanAtalan<\/a> \ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb\ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb\ud83d\udc4f\ud83c\udffb\ud83e\udef6\ud83e\udef6\ud83e\udef6 \u2014 Wazhma Ayoubi \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddeb (@WazhmaAyoubi) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n A #WorldCup<\/a> to remember for #Afghanistan<\/a> 3rd win in #ICCWorldCup<\/a> for the first time. \u2014 Munaf Patel (@munafpa99881129) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Hats off to @ACBofficials<\/a> for their relentless spirit and remarkable performance. They’ve come a long way! #CWC23<\/a> #AFGVSL<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Afghanistan has defeated Pakistan, England and Sri Lanka in this World Cup. The Rise of Afghanistan Cricket. #AFGvSL<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/gkYXHTTouv<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Fabulous once again from Afghanistan. Their batting has gone to a new high in this World Cup. I would like to believe a significant part is due to long form players like Rahmat Shah and Hashmatullah Shahidi. Delighted for them<\/p>\n \u2014 Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Afghanistan have been fantastic this WC .. Lots of talent but playing with great sense .. https:\/\/t.co\/HMV60cTzMX<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n AFG used to be fascinating, thrilling, incredible, But are now becoming clinical, organised, consistent. The brilliant & raw individual skills have now found a calming influence and a method ! Pretty sure Trott & Jadeja have played a big role. Top campaign #AFGvsL<\/a> @ACBofficials<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n First England. Then Pakistan. Now Sri Lanka. Afghanistan have beaten 3 former ODI World Champions in this World Cup. This is a very special team. Their semi-final dream is alive\u2026 #AFGvSL<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/go4NIvWnH5<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Aatif Nawaz (@AatifNawaz) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n September 2023: Sri Lanka knocked Afghanistan out of Asia Cup in a close match<\/p>\n October 2023: Afghanistan knock Sri Lanka out of World Cup in a one-sided match<\/p>\n The Revenge Comeback is complete on Rashid Khan’s 100th ODI \ud83d\udd25#AFGvSL<\/a> | #CWC23<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/WPYfutpgMa<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Johns (@JohnyBravo183) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \ud835\udc16\ud835\udc21\ud835\udc1a\ud835\udc2d \ud835\udc1a \ud835\udc16\ud835\udc22\ud835\udc27! \ud83d\ude4c#AfghanAtalan<\/a>, banking on an incredible all-round performance, beat @OfficialSLC<\/a> by 7 wickets to register their third victory at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. \ud83d\udc4f<\/p>\n Congratulations to the whole Afghan Nation! \ud83d\ude0d#CWC23<\/a> | #AFGvSL<\/a> | #WarzaMaidanGata<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/KEMcySenBd<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Afghanistan Cricket Board (@ACBofficials) October 30, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nSri Lanka\u2019s batting struggles<\/h2>\n
Fazalhaq Farooqi\u2019s heroics<\/h2>\n
Also WATCH: Rashid Khan bowls a stunner to get rid of Dhananjaya de Silva \u2013 AFG vs SL<\/a><\/h3>\n
Afghanistan\u2019s strong response<\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how Twitter reacted:<\/h2>\n
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Congratulations guys @ACBofficials<\/a>#AFGvSL<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/GTs2tLA5gg<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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