In a dominant display, Arshdeep Singh picked up two consecutive wickets to put India on the brink of a massive win against Afghanistan in their T20 World Cup Super 8 match.
Rashid Khan Falls
Arshdeep’s first victim was Rashid Khan, who tried to slice a fuller length delivery angled across him but only managed to edge it to Jadeja at deep third. Jadeja, who has been exceptional in the field, made no mistake. This dismissal left Afghanistan struggling even more. Rashid Khan was dismissed for just 2 runs off 6 balls.
“Arshdeep Singh to Rashid Khan, out Caught by Jadeja!! Jadeja has had a busy day on the field. It was a fuller length delivery, angled across, and Rashid Khan sliced it away. The man at deep third didn’t make a mistake. Easy take by his standards. Number 8 goes down. India continues their stranglehold. The angle helped the bowler as he managed to slant it across. The batter threw his hands but failed to wood it well. Rashid Khan c Jadeja b Arshdeep Singh 2(6).” – (Cricbuzz)
Naveen-ul-Haq Departs Next Ball
Arshdeep then immediately took out Naveen-ul-Haq with an excellent short ball. Naveen-ul-Haq attempted to pull it but only managed a top-edge, which was comfortably taken by Pant behind the stumps. This wicket put Arshdeep on a hat-trick and Afghanistan at 9 wickets down.
“Arshdeep Singh to Naveen-ul-Haq, out Caught by Pant!! Arshdeep Singh is on a hat-trick. Afghanistan are 9 down. It was a short ball, Naveen-ul-Haq looked to pull it and got a fat top-edge. The keeper called for it and took it easily. That was an excellent short ball and Naveen-ul-Haq went for it. Just like his skipper, Naveen also sliced it and got it nowhere. India is one wicket away from a massive win. Their NRR will also take a massive boost. Naveen-ul-Haq c Pant b Arshdeep Singh 0(1).” – (Cricbuzz)
On the Brink of Victory
With Afghanistan at the brink of defeat and Arshdeep Singh on a hat-trick, India is poised to secure a resounding victory. This win will not only boost their confidence but also significantly improve their Net Run Rate (NRR) in the tournament.
Can He Take a Hat-Trick?
All eyes are now on Arshdeep Singh as he prepares to bowl the next delivery. Can he complete his hat-trick and wrap up the game in style? The anticipation is high as India edges closer to another comprehensive win in the T20 World Cup.