The Kabul Tribune (KT) — Bangladesh defeated Afghanistan by eight runs in their Asia Cup group-stage match on Tuesday.
After winning the toss, Bangladesh chose to bat and posted 155 runs for the loss of five wickets. Afghanistan struck early with Noor Ahmad and Rashid Khan claiming two wickets each.
Afghanistan’s chase faltered in the powerplay when Sediq Atal and Ibrahim Zadran were dismissed in quick succession. Rahmanullah Gurbaz top-scored with 35 off 31 balls, while Azmatullah Omarzai added 30 from 16 deliveries. Rashid Khan contributed 20 from 11, but the team ultimately fell short of the target.
Afghanistan will face Sri Lanka in its next group match on Thursday.
