NZ vs AFG Odi worldcup Match 2023 Highlights
Summary of the match between NZ vs Afg Odi worldcup Match 2023
New Zealand defeated Afghanistan by 149 runs in the 16th match of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. It was New Zealand’s fourth consecutive win in the tournament, and they moved to the top of the points table.
Key moments
- New Zealand’s batting performance: New Zealand posted a total of 288/6 in their 50 overs, thanks to half-centuries from Tom Latham (68) and Glenn Phillips (71). The duo put on a 133-run partnership for the third wicket to set the platform for a big score.
- Afghanistan’s bowling performance: Afghanistan’s bowlers did well to contain New Zealand in the early overs, but they were unable to sustain the pressure. Rashid Khan was the pick of the bowlers for Afghanistan, with figures of 3/52.
- New Zealand’s bowling performance: New Zealand’s bowlers bowled with discipline and accuracy to bowl out Afghanistan for just 139 in 37.5 overs. Mitchell Santner and Lockie Ferguson were the stars of the show with three wickets each.
- Afghanistan’s batting collapse: Afghanistan got off to a poor start in their chase, losing three wickets in the first 10 overs. They never recovered from the early setback and were bowled out for a well below-par total.
Conclusion
New Zealand were the clear favorites in this match, and they lived up to expectations. They produced a complete performance with bat and ball to register a convincing victory. Afghanistan will be disappointed with their performance, especially in the batting department. They will need to improve their batting if they want to challenge the top teams in the tournament.
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