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SA vs AFG: Rassie van der Dussen steers South Africa to victory as Afghanistan exit World Cup

NEW DELHI: Rassie van der Dussen struck a calm unbeaten half-century after pacer Gerald Coetzee grabbed a four-for as South Africa registered a comfortable five-wicket win over Afghanistan in their last World Cup group game on Friday in Ahmedabad.

The Times of India

IOC to decide on Afghanistan’s participation in LA Olympics 2028, says ICC CEO Allardice

The ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the final call on Afghanistan’s participation in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be taken by the IOC. The ICC has been working with the Taliban to resume the sport for women in the country, but the new set of…

The Hindu

IOC to decide on Afghanistan's participation in LA Olympics 2028, says ICC CEO Allardice

LONDON: ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the final call on Afghanistan's participation in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be taken by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

The Times of India

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‘They bring us joy’: Afghans swept up in cricketing fairytale

Blue Tigers’ exceptional performances in India a ray of light in country beset by problems

The Guardian - UK

Sport Weekly: Afghanistan light up the Cricket World Cup

Al Jazeera talks to Afghanistan’s captain, coach, and ex bowling coach about an incredible World Cup campaign.

Al Jazeera

SA vs AFG | South Africa scrapes past spirited Afghanistan

Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in their must-win World Cup match. Proteas brought in Phehlukwayo and Coetzee, while Afghanistan remain unchanged

The Hindu

World Cup: Afghanistan opt to bat against South Africa

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and chose to bat against South Africa in the 42nd match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday.

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Afghanistan needs help to build on Cricket World Cup success, Umar Gul says

Ex-Afghanistan bowling coach tells Al Jazeera about the country’s challenges and cricket’s role in cross-border tension.

Al Jazeera

South Africa beat Afghanistan by five wickets: Cricket World Cup 2023 – as it happened

South Africa completed their round-robin games with a flourish to end Afghanistan’s hopes of a semi-final place

The Guardian - UK

Beaten, but Afghanistan is story and hero of this World Cup

Salar Sayed doesn't want to talk. "I am heartbroken right now," says the Kabul-born ticketing agent sitting behind his Lajpat Nagar desk in south Delhi. It's the noon after Afghanistan lost to Australia in the World Cup, and Afghan expatriates like him are still in mourning. They are agonising over…

The Times of India

World Cup, South Africa vs Afghanistan: South Africa chase momentum before semis

While Afghanistan seek winning end to campaign after heartbreak against Australia

The Times of India

'There's a lot of confidence...': New Zealand ready for business end of World Cup

NEW DELHI: After breaking a four-match losing streak against Sri Lanka in their last round-robin clash, New Zealand's paceman Lockie Ferguson expressed confidence as they likely head into a World Cup semi-final against India. The crushing five-wicket victory on Thursday has positioned the Black Caps well, with Pakistan and Afghanistan…

The Times of India

Lock England dressing room, get them timed out: Wasim Akram's hilarious take on Pakistan's semi-final chances

NEW DELHI: New Zealand have virtually knocked both Afghanistan and Pakistan out of the race to the ICC World Cup semi-finals, leaving the two teams only mathematically alive after Sri Lanka proved to be no match for the Kiwis in their last league fixture in Bengaluru on Thursday.

The Times of India

SA vs AFG, ODI World Cup: When and where to watch, head-to-head, live telecast, live streaming, predicted playing XIs, venue

NEW DELHI: Afghanistan's cricket team captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, expressed his disappointment as dreams of a World Cup semi-final spot slipped away. Despite securing victories against reigning champions England, as well as Pakistan and Sri Lanka, Afghanistan faced a setback against Australia, with Glenn Maxwell's exceptional innings proving to be a…

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World Cup 2023 | Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi bats for more ODI games

Afghanistan's successful WC campaign (4 wins) has led captain Hashmatullah Shahidi to hope for more ODI matches from ICC & ACB. He believes 50-over cricket is important & will help the team improve. Despite a loss to Australia, Shahidi is determined to come back stronger against South Africa.

The Hindu

World Cup 2023 | Afghanistan, South Africa seek morale-boosting win

Afgh. hope 4 semis dashed by NZ win; need spirited performance vs. SA. Afghans: batters impressive, spinners need to step up. SA: Bavuma needs to find form, de Kock, Klaasen, Markram stepped up; Maharaj go-to-bowler, Shamsi an option.

The Hindu

Playing India would be challenging if New Zealand are fortunate to secure a semis berth, says Kane Williamson

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson said it'd be challenging to face India in semis; Boult and Ravindra praised Williamson's leadership; Afghanistan & Pakistan need huge wins to qualify.

The Times of India

Virat Kohli is proving his status as one of the all-time greats, says Viv Richards

NEW DELHI: West Indies batting legend Vivian Richards praised Virat Kohli as a remarkable asset to the sport of cricket, highlighting the Indian maestro's ability to navigate through challenging situations due to his exceptional mental strength.

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The Guardian - UK

Afghanistan excel in exile at World Cup even if semi-final eludes them

They may not have been able to progress but it has been a breakout tournament for Hashmatullah Shahidi’s nomadic side

Tom’s Guide

South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream — how to watch Cricket World Cup game online

The South Africa vs Afghanistan live stream from the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 will likely see the end of the involvement of surprise package Afghanistan

The Independent UK

Uzbekistan hosts summit of regional economic alliance

An economic grouping that includes several ex-Soviet nations along with Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan and Turkey has held a summit in Uzbekistan, and leaders of member countries have vowed to further expand trade and economic ties

The Independent UK

Analysts warn that Pakistan’s anti-migrant crackdown risks radicalizing deported Afghans

Analysts say that Pakistan’s crackdown on undocumented migrants risks radicalizing Afghans who have been forced out of the country

The Times of India

Glenn Maxwell will inspire a new generation, says Australia's coach McDonald

Australia coach Andrew McDonald is of the belief that Glenn Maxwell's electrifying display of shotmaking, notably showcased in his explosive double century during Monday's World Cup clash against Afghanistan in Mumbai, will serve as an inspiration for a new generation of cricketers.

The Times of India

World Cup: Afghanistan still hopeful of semi-final berth, South Africa seek perfect chase

Before their semifinal showdown, South Africa aim to address their struggles in chasing, while Afghanistan are confident in defeating another top team when they clash in an ICC World Cup game this Friday.

The Times of India

World Cup: Josh Hazlewood hopes Glenn Maxwell is fit again to play Bangladesh after miracle of Mumbai

NEW DELHI: Paceman Josh Hazlewood anticipates that Glenn Maxwell will be ready to face Bangladesh in Australia's final round-robin match at the World Cup this weekend, despite the challenging nature of his remarkable innings against Afghanistan on Tuesday.

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