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In a thrilling showdown on October 15, Afghanistan showcased an unforgettable performance in Match 13 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the prestigious Arun Jaitley Stadium. Their remarkable 69-run victory over the defending champions, England, left cricket enthusiasts worldwide in awe.ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
The road ahead for Afghanistan in ODI World Cup 2023
This triumph was not only Afghanistan’s maiden victory in the ongoing ICC event but also a significant turning point for the team. It gave them much-needed confidence and momentum as they navigated one of the most prestigious and widely watched cricketing tournaments on the global stage. Afghanistan’s sensational win against the reigning champions has set the stage for an exciting and unpredictable journey in the World Cup 2023.
With their sights set on the upcoming clash against New Zealand at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai scheduled for Wednesday, October 18, Afghanistan’s skipper, Hashmatullah Shahidi, addressed the journalists.
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Shahidi’s remark on victory against England
Shahidi emphasized the significance of their recent victory against England, the defending champions. Despite initial setbacks, he highlighted the confidence it instilled in the team and their unwavering belief from the start of the tournament. Shahidi expressed the team’s commitment to maintaining this newfound confidence as they progress in the tournament.
“Definitely it was a big win for us. England are defending champion. So that will give a lot of confidence to our team. And we had belief from the beginning of the tournament, but the first two games did not go our way. But still, we had that belief and as you saw us we beat England. That will give us a lot of confidence as a team to move forward for the next games. And we will try to maintain that confidence with us,” Shahidi said during a press conference.
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