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The 39th match of the ODI World Cup 2023 between Australia and Afghanistan provided cricket fans around the world with an unforgettable and thrilling contest. In enthralling encounter, Glenn Maxwell<\/strong> emerged as the hero, guiding Australia to victory in a nail-biting encounter. While Afghanistan put up a commendable fight, their dream of securing their first-ever ODI victory over Australia remained unfulfilled in this heart-pounding showdown.<\/p>\n Afghanistan won the toss and opted to bat first, setting the stage for an intense battle. They managed to post a competitive total of 291\/5 in their allotted 50 overs. The standout performance in the Afghan innings came from Ibrahim Zadran<\/strong><\/a>, who played a pivotal role in their quest for a historic win with an impressive unbeaten century \u2013 129 runs. Rahmat Shah<\/strong> also made a valuable contribution, adding 30 runs from 44 balls, while Rashid Khan<\/strong> showcased his all-round abilities by scoring a rapid 35 runs from just 18 deliveries.<\/p>\n Australia\u2019s chase got off to a rocky start, with early wickets falling rapidly. Travis Head<\/strong> was dismissed for just four runs, and the situation looked dire for the Aussies. However, it was Maxwell\u2019s time to shine. Maxwell played a breathtaking knock, scoring a magnificent double century that left spectators in awe. His 201 runs came from just 128 balls, featuring twenty one fours and ten sixes \u2013 a display of power-hitting at its finest.<\/p>\n Maxwell\u2019s brilliance ignited hope in the Australian camp, and it wasn\u2019t long before the tide began to turn in their favour. With the support of his teammates, Maxwell\u2019s exceptional innings kept Australia in contention.<\/p>\n As the match reached its climax, Afghanistan continued to fight valiantly. Rashid, Naveen ul Haq<\/strong>, and Azmatullah Omarzai<\/strong> each picked up two crucial wickets, ensuring that the contest remained neck and neck. The tension in the stadium was palpable as the match hung in the balance.<\/p>\n In the end, Maxwell\u2019s brilliance and composure under pressure prevailed. He steered Australia to victory despite struggling with cramps, securing a win in the final moments of the game. Afghanistan\u2019s valiant effort had come close to creating history, but they fell agonizingly short of their first-ever ODI victory against Australia. With the win, Australia also secured a spot in the semi-final.<\/p>\n Maxwell has maxed it. What an innings #AUSvsAFG<\/a> congratulations on a stupendous century @Gmaxi_32<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Congratulations to Team Australia on an extraordinary victory! Unbelievable innings from @Gmaxi_32<\/a>! #Cwc23<\/a> #AUSvAFG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n After dropping Maxwell catch, this is the first thing that came to my mind<\/p>\n 80s & 90s kids will know. pic.twitter.com\/96HayQB59q<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Sarang Sood (@SarangSood) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Warrior Mentality \ud83d\udcaa<\/p>\n Physically down but mentally at an all time high! Maxi, you little beast. \ud83d\ude4c#PlayBold<\/a> #AUSvAFG<\/a> #CWC23<\/a> #GlennMaxwell<\/a> @Gmaxi_32<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/p6NBrvBCMX<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Wow , Afghanistan on fire. \u2014 Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Saw this coming. 200 in a run-chase, One of the all time great one day innings by Maxwell. @Gmaxi_32<\/a> was a man possessed and \u2014 Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This is exactly why we can never count Australia out#maxwell<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Abhi and Niyu (@abhiandniyu) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Maxwell’s place in history just got guaranteed. It has to be the greatest white ball innings played<\/p>\n \u2014 Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This is special bowling by afghan pacers so far. WOW #AFGvAUS<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Glenn Warrior Maxwell..!! #AUSvsAFG<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/wVxOMHgvXf<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Afghan Jalebi \ud83e\udd73\ud83e\udd73<\/p>\n \u2014 Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Afghanistan, everyday you are telling us why you are becoming a serious, special cricket team.<\/p>\n \u2014 Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n One of those only Glenn Maxwell could have pulled it off freaky centuries on a freaky night at the Wankhede #AusvAfg<\/a> #CWC23<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This is absolutely fantastic from Afghanistan .. and the spinners haven\u2019t even bowled yet .. #CWC23<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Full drama at Wankhede. Afghanistan has 3 slips for Australia in a World Cup match.<\/p>\n \u2014 Trendulkar (@Trendulkar) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n An Afghanistan medium-pacer bowling to an Australian batter with three slips in place under lights at the Wankhede Stadium with Australia properly under the pump sounds like an Australian fever dream but tells you more about how brilliant Afghanistan have been #CWC23<\/a> #AusvAfg<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Bharat Sundaresan (@beastieboy07) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Maxwell, now forgive Afghanistan; they made a big mistake by dropping your catch. #AUSvsAFG<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952_) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n What an extraordinary innings by Maxwell. He may have ridden his luck but thereafter, he has taken the attack to the opposition in such dramatic style that with Afghanistan in a winning position, they started thinking they needed to defend!<\/p>\n \u2014 Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n This is a warrior innings by Glenn Maxwell. pic.twitter.com\/gq9cQavphM<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 7, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nAfghanistan\u2019s gritty performance<\/h2>\n
Australia\u2019s Maxwell show<\/h2>\n
Also READ: Rashid Khan & Co. meet up with Irfan and Yusuf Pathan in Mumbai \u2013 ODI World Cup 2023<\/a><\/h3>\n
A thrilling finish<\/h2>\n
Here\u2019s how Twitter reacted:<\/h2>\n
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Maxwell surviving that lbw could well see him go in Mata aa gayi mode. Should be interesting to watch #AUSvAFG<\/a><\/p>\n\n
great support by @patcummins30<\/a> . An innings to remember for a long long time . #AUSvsAFG<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/ClOM3NdSJf<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/nQ8uNVh1af<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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Also READ: Michael Atherton, Harbhajan Singh and other cricket icons slam Shakib Al Hasan over Angelo Mathews\u2019 timed-out dismissal<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n