Shami rescued India from an upset against Afghanistan, in the Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019. In the last over Afg needed 16 runs to win, and captain Mohammad Nabi was batting on 50, well settled situation and the win prediction was in Afg’s Favor. But Ace Shami refused to agree with the stats as he picked up 3wickets on three balls, leaving Afg with no clue, Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019.
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Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019 | With Kohli, Kedar’s fifty India puts a respectful Score
After Rohit got out early, India seemed on the back foot against Afg’s spin attack. KL Rahul played the slowest innings in that World Cup so far. Virat Kohli as he was known, absorbed the pressure and scored a steady fifty for his team. Virat got out on 67. The middle order of the Indian team failed again to play a good quality spin. Ms Dhoni got out against the leg spinner again. Ms Dhoni scored with the slowest strike rate of 53.84 in the ODI and got out on 28 after playing 58 balls, which put India in the back seat.
Hardik and Vijay failed to contribute enough to the team. Kedar was promoted before Hardik and he did well with fifty on 68 balls, helping India to reach 224 after 50overs.
Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019: India sent back early Afg’s openers
Mohammad Shami got an early breakthrough for India as he picked up Hazratullah Zazai’s wicket. After that Hardik set back Gulbadin Naib on 27. Afghani batters struggled against Indian spinners also as they were on 190 after 46 overs and seven wickets down already.
Shami’s Moment of Glory, Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019
Captain Virat Kohli entrusted Mohammed Shami with the responsibility of bowling the final over. Known for his ability to deliver under pressure, Shami faced the task of defending a tricky total. The first ball of the over was dispatched for a boundary, adding to the tension. But Shami remained unfazed.
On the third delivery of the over, Shami bowled a perfect yorker to dismiss Mohammad Nabi, who had kept Afghanistan’s hopes alive with a well-fought 52. With Nabi’s dismissal, the pressure mounted on Afghanistan. The next ball saw Shami clean up Aftab Alam with another impeccable delivery, bringing India on the brink of victory.
The atmosphere was electric as Shami prepared to bowl the hat-trick delivery. Adrenaline surged through the stadium, and fans held their breath. Shami delivered a full, straight ball that crashed into Mujeeb Ur Rahman’s stumps, sealing a thrilling win for India and completing his hat-trick.
Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019 | Significance of the Hat-Trick
Shami’s hat-trick was only the second by an Indian in World Cup history, the first being by Chetan Sharma in 1987. This remarkable feat highlighted Shami’s prowess as a premier fast bowler and underscored his ability to perform under immense pressure. It was a moment of pure cricketing excellence that showcased the beauty of the sport—a single over-encapsulating drama, skill, and emotion.
Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019 | Aftermath and Legacy
India’s victory against Afghanistan helped maintain their unbeaten run in the tournament. Shami’s performance not only secured crucial points for India but also boosted the team’s morale. His hat-trick became one of the standout moments of the 2019 World Cup, celebrated by fans and cricket pundits alike.
For Shami, this achievement was a career-defining moment, reaffirming his status as one of India’s finest fast bowlers. It was a culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and an unwavering belief in his abilities. The hat-trick also served as an inspiration for aspiring cricketers, demonstrating that perseverance and skill could lead to unforgettable moments on the world stage.
WC 2019…
IND vs AFG….4Wkts
IND vs WI ….4WKTS
IND vs ENG…5wkts @MdShami11 pic.twitter.com/fQDkeeMoEA— c.v.ruban6 (@kethees11) June 30, 2019
Ind vs Afg World Cup 2019, Scorecard
India Innings
BATSMAN |
Runs |
Balls |
4s |
6s |
Strike Rate |
KL Rahul |
30 |
53 |
2 |
0 |
56.60 |
Rohit Sharma |
1 |
10 |
0 |
0 |
10.00 |
Virat Kohli |
67 |
63 |
5 |
0 |
106.34 |
Vijay Shankar |
29 |
41 |
2 |
0 |
70.73 |
Kedar Jadhav |
52 |
68 |
3 |
1 |
76.47 |
Hardik Pandya |
7 |
9 |
0 |
0 |
77.77 |
Mohammed Shami |
1 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
50.00 |
Kuldeep Yadav |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
100.00 |
Jasprit Bumrah |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
100.00 |
BOWLERS |
Runs |
Wickets |
Overs |
Mujeeb Ur Rahman |
26 |
1 |
10 |
Aftab Alam |
54 |
1 |
7 |
Gulbadin Naib |
51 |
2 |
9 |
Mohammad Nabi |
33 |
2 |
9 |
Rashid Khan |
38 |
1 |
10 |
Rahmat Shah Zurmatai |
22 |
1 |
5 |
Afghanistan Innings
BATSMAN |
Runs |
Balls |
4s |
6s |
Strike Rate |
Hazratullah Zazai |
10 |
24 |
1 |
0 |
41.66 |
Gulbadin Naib |
27 |
42 |
2 |
0 |
64.28 |
Rahmat Shah |
36 |
63 |
3 |
0 |
57.14 |
Hashmatullah Shahidi |
21 |
45 |
2 |
0 |
46.66 |
Mohammad Asghar |
8 |
19 |
0 |
0 |
42.10 |
Mohammad Nabi |
52 |
55 |
4 |
1 |
94.54 |
Najibullah Zadran |
21 |
23 |
2 |
0 |
91.30 |
Rashid Khan |
14 |
16 |
1 |
0 |
87.50 |
Ikram Alikhil |
7 |
10 |
0 |
0 |
70.00 |
Aftab Alam |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0.00 |
Mujeeb Ur Rahman |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0.00 |
BOWLERS |
Runs |
Wickets |
Overs |
Mujeeb Ur Rahman |
26 |
1 |
10 |
Aftab Alam |
54 |
1 |
7 |
Gulbadin Naib |
51 |
2 |
9 |
Mohammad Nabi |
33 |
2 |
9 |
Rashid Khan |
38 |
1 |
10 |
Rahmat Shah Zurmatai |
22 |
1 |
5 |
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