Venue: Zayed Cricket Stadium Abu Dhabi
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September 10, 2025 12:12 am
Azmatullah Omarzai has been awarded the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance, which was instrumental in securing Afghanistan's dominant victory over Hong Kong.
September 9, 2025 11:56 pm
Afghanistan secured a comprehensive victory over Hong Kong, winning by a massive margin of 94 runs. Their strong batting performance and disciplined bowling attack proved too much for Hong Kong, who struggled to build partnerships throughout their innings.
September 9, 2025 11:56 pm
Afghanistan secured a commanding victory over Hong Kong, winning by 94 runs. Their strong batting performance set a challenging target, and their bowlers delivered a clinical performance to restrict Hong Kong to 94/9 in 20 overs, ensuring a comfortable win.
Ayush Shukla
Runs: 1 (Balls: 2)
Strike Rate: 50.00
Ateeq Iqbal
Runs: 1 (Balls: 3)
Strike Rate: 33.33
Fazalhaq Farooqi
Overs: 3.0
Runs: 16
Wickets: 2
Economy: 5.33
Gulbadin Naib
Overs: 3.0
Runs: 8
Wickets: 2
Economy: 2.67
September 9, 2025 11:55 pm
Afghanistan defeated Hong Kong by 94 runs after Hong Kong could only manage 94/9 in their 20 overs chasing Afghanistan's total of 188/6. A comprehensive performance by Afghanistan.
| Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayush Shukla | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Ateeq Iqbal | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 3.0 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 5.33 |
| Gulbadin Naib | 3.0 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 2.67 |
September 9, 2025 11:51 pm
Fazalhaq Farooqi takes a brilliant return catch to dismiss Ehsan Khan. Hong Kong loses their ninth wicket, as Afghanistan inches closer to victory. Ehsan Khan scored 6 runs from 11 balls.
September 9, 2025 11:47 pm
Gulbadin Naib delivers a perfect delivery, trapping Yasim Murtaza plumb in front for an LBW. Hong Kong loses its eighth wicket, further solidifying Afghanistan's control over the match.
| Name | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasim Murtaza | 16 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 61.54 |
| Ehsan Khan | 5 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 62.5 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulbadin Naib | 2.4 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 2.25 |
| Noor Ahmad | 4.0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 4 |
September 9, 2025 11:42 pm
Yasim Murtaza breaks the shackles with a much-needed boundary off Noor Ahmad! This four adds crucial runs to Hong Kong's total, providing a small glimmer of hope in a challenging chase. Every boundary is vital at this stage.
September 9, 2025 11:41 pm
Noor Ahmad bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to Hong Kong's total. These bonus runs are crucial for them as they try to reach the target.
September 9, 2025 11:35 pm
WICKET! Rashid Khan gets the breakthrough! Aizaz Khan is caught by Mohammad Nabi for 6 runs. This is a massive blow for Hong Kong, as they lose their seventh wicket.
September 9, 2025 11:30 pm
Noor Ahmad bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to Hong Kong's total. This helps Hong Kong inch closer to the target in a challenging chase.
September 9, 2025 11:18 pm
Gulbadin Naib strikes! Babar Hayat, who was looking dangerous with 39 runs off 43 balls, is caught by Sediqullah Atal. This is a massive wicket for Afghanistan, removing Hong Kong's key batsman and further denting their chase.
September 9, 2025 11:14 pm
Babar Hayat smashes his third six of the innings off Karim Janat, providing a much-needed boost to Hong Kong's scoring rate. This powerful hit brings up the team's fifty.
| Name | Runs | Balls | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Hayat | 36 | 40 | 3 | 90 |
| Yasim Murtaza | 1 | 6 | 0 | 16.67 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karim Janat | 0.5 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 16.8 |
| Gulbadin Naib | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
September 9, 2025 11:10 pm
Babar Hayat unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring for a six! This much-needed boundary injects some life into Hong Kong's innings and provides a glimmer of hope in a tough chase.
September 9, 2025 11:01 pm
Noor Ahmad picks up a crucial wicket, dismissing Kinchit Shah for 6 runs off 10 balls, caught by Karim Janat. This is a significant blow to Hong Kong's chase, as they lose their fifth wicket.
September 9, 2025 10:56 pm
Babar Hayat launched a massive six, providing a much-needed boost to Hong Kong's innings. This boundary could inject some momentum into their struggling chase.
September 9, 2025 10:56 pm
Babar Hayat breaks the shackles with a massive six off Rashid Khan, providing a much-needed boost for Hong Kong. This boundary could be crucial for their momentum in the chase.
| Name | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Hayat | 19 | 28 | 0 | 1 | 67.86 |
| Kinchit Shah | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.86 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | 1.2 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 9 |
| Noor Ahmad | 1.0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Allah Ghazanfar | 2.0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 2.0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
September 9, 2025 10:34 pm
Kalhan Marc Challu is run out by Azmatullah Omarzai! A crucial breakthrough for Afghanistan as Hong Kong loses another wicket, now struggling at 22 for 4. This adds immense pressure on the batting side.
September 9, 2025 10:23 pm
Nizakat Khan is dismissed, adding to Hong Kong's woes. A crucial breakthrough for Afghanistan as they pick up their third wicket early in the innings, putting immense pressure on the batting side.
September 9, 2025 10:19 pm
Fazalhaq Farooqi bowls a wide, adding an extra run to Hong Kong's total. These extras are crucial in a high-pressure chase.
September 9, 2025 10:18 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai picks up a crucial wicket, dismissing Zeeshan Ali, who is caught by Mohammad Nabi. This is a big blow for Hong Kong in their chase of 188, as they lose their second wicket early in the innings. The pressure is mounting on the batting side.
September 9, 2025 10:12 pm
Hong Kong finishes the first over at 11 for 1, losing Anshuman Rath early to Fazalhaq Farooqi. Zeeshan Ali struck a boundary and also benefited from a wide that went for five runs.
September 9, 2025 10:11 pm
Zeeshan Ali smashes a fantastic four, adding crucial runs to Hong Kong's chase. This boundary helps to build momentum after an early wicket.
September 9, 2025 10:11 pm
A wide delivery from Fazalhaq Farooqi goes for five runs, giving Hong Kong a welcome boost in their chase. These extras are crucial in building momentum early on.
September 9, 2025 10:08 pm
Fazalhaq Farooqi gets the first wicket for Afghanistan, dismissing Anshuman Rath, who was caught by Rahmanullah Gurbaz. A crucial early breakthrough for Afghanistan in the chase.
September 9, 2025 10:07 pm
Zeeshan Ali gets Hong Kong off the mark with a single off the very first ball from Fazalhaq Farooqi. The chase for 189 has officially begun, setting the tone for the innings.
September 9, 2025 9:46 pm
Afghanistan concludes their innings at 188 for 6 after 20 overs, setting a challenging target for Hong Kong. A fantastic batting display, highlighted by key partnerships and aggressive hitting, has put them in a strong position.
| Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rashid Khan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 300 |
| Sediqullah Atal | 73 | 52 | 6 | 3 | 140.38 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehsan Khan | 4.0 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 7 |
| Ayush Shukla | 4.0 | 0 | 54 | 2 | 13.5 |
September 9, 2025 9:46 pm
Afghanistan concludes their innings with a formidable 188 for 6. Despite early setbacks with the quick dismissals of Gurbaz and Zadran, Sediqullah Atal's brilliant 73 and a crucial partnership helped them set a challenging target.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sediqullah Atal | 73 | 52 | 6 | 3 | 140.38 |
| Rashid Khan | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 300 |
| Bowler | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehsan Khan | 4.0 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
| Ayush Shukla | 4.0 | 0 | 54 | 2 | 13.50 |
September 9, 2025 9:45 pm
Afghanistan concludes their innings at 188 for 6 after 20 overs. A strong batting performance, highlighted by key contributions from Sediqullah Atal and Azmatullah Omarzai, sets a challenging target.
September 9, 2025 9:43 pm
Karim Janat is caught by Nizakat Khan off Ehsan Khan for 2 runs. A vital wicket for Hong Kong in the death overs, as Afghanistan loses their sixth wicket. This dismissal could impact their final score significantly.
September 9, 2025 9:42 pm
Ehsan Khan bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to Afghanistan's total. These extras are crucial in the death overs, putting more pressure on the bowling side.
September 9, 2025 9:40 pm
Ayush Shukla bowls a wide, adding an extra run to Afghanistan's total. Every extra run can prove crucial in a high-scoring encounter like this.
September 9, 2025 9:40 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai departs after a sensational innings of 53 runs off just 21 balls, including 5 sixes and 2 fours. He was caught by Aizaz Khan off the bowling of Ayush Shukla, bringing an end to a thrilling display of power hitting.
| Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 53 | 21 | 2 | 5 | 252.38 |
| Sediqullah Atal | 69 | 49 | 6 | 3 | 140.82 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayush Shukla | 3.5 | 0 | 52 | 2 | 13.57 |
| Ehsan Khan | 3.0 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 6.33 |
September 9, 2025 9:39 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai reaches a sensational fifty in just 20 balls, including 5 sixes and 2 fours. His aggressive batting has significantly boosted Afghanistan's scoring rate and put immense pressure on the opposition.
| Name | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 53 | 20 | 2 | 5 | 265 |
| Sediqullah Atal | 69 | 49 | 6 | 3 | 140.82 |
| Name | O | M | R | W | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayush Shukla | 3.4 | 0 | 52 | 1 | 14.18 |
| Ehsan Khan | 3.0 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 6.33 |
September 9, 2025 9:39 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai reaches a blistering fifty off just 20 balls, including 2 fours and 5 sixes! A phenomenal display of power hitting that has accelerated Afghanistan's scoring significantly.
September 9, 2025 9:36 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai unleashes a hat-trick of sixes off Ayush Shukla, showcasing incredible power hitting. He is now just one run away from a blistering fifty, accelerating Afghanistan's innings dramatically.
September 9, 2025 9:35 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai smashes his second consecutive six off Ayush Shukla, showcasing incredible power hitting. This rapid scoring is putting immense pressure on the bowling side.
September 9, 2025 9:35 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai smashes a colossal six off Ayush Shukla! This powerful hit further accelerates Afghanistan's scoring, adding crucial runs to their total and putting pressure on the bowling side. What a fantastic display of power hitting!
September 9, 2025 9:32 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai unleashes a powerful six, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes! This massive hit injects crucial momentum into Afghanistan's innings, putting pressure on the opposition and boosting the scoring rate significantly.
September 9, 2025 9:31 pm
Sediqullah Atal and Azmatullah Omarzai have forged a crucial 50-run partnership, providing a much-needed boost to Afghanistan's innings. Atal has contributed 25 runs from 13 balls, while Omarzai has added 22 runs from 12 balls, including a six and a four each. Their aggressive batting has helped Afghanistan recover after losing quick wickets.
September 9, 2025 9:29 pm
Sediqullah Atal smashes a boundary off Ateeq Iqbal's bowling, adding crucial runs to Afghanistan's total. He is looking in great form after his half-century, keeping the momentum going.
September 9, 2025 9:29 pm
Ateeq Iqbal bowls another wide, adding an extra run to Afghanistan's total. These extras are proving costly for the bowling side.
September 9, 2025 9:28 pm
Ateeq Iqbal bowls a wide delivery, and it goes for two extra runs. This adds to Afghanistan's total without a legal delivery, pushing them closer to a formidable score.
September 9, 2025 9:27 pm
Sediqullah Atal follows up his previous six with another massive hit, sending the ball soaring over the ropes for a consecutive maximum. He's accelerating the scoring for Afghanistan.
September 9, 2025 9:26 pm
Sediqullah Atal, fresh off his fifty, smashes a huge six off Ateeq Iqbal! This powerful hit adds crucial runs to Afghanistan's total and keeps the momentum firmly with the batting side. A fantastic display of power hitting.
September 9, 2025 9:24 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai opens the 17th over with a superb boundary, sending the ball to the ropes for four runs and injecting momentum into Afghanistan's innings. He's looking to accelerate the scoring.
September 9, 2025 9:21 pm
Azmatullah Omarzai smashes a powerful six off Yasim Murtaza, adding crucial runs to Afghanistan's total and increasing the scoring rate. This big hit boosts their momentum.
September 9, 2025 9:18 pm
Sediqullah Atal brings up a fantastic fifty off just 41 balls! His innings has been crucial for Afghanistan, featuring 5 fours and 1 six, providing much-needed stability after early wickets.
| Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sediqullah Atal | 48 | 40 | 5 | 1 | 120.00 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinchit Shah | 2.5 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 7.76 |
| Yasim Murtaza | 3.0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 4.67 |
September 9, 2025 9:13 pm
Afghanistan has reached the 100-run milestone in their innings! This is a significant moment for the team, especially after losing a few quick wickets. Sediqullah Atal and Azmatullah Omarzai are currently at the crease, looking to build on this foundation.
September 9, 2025 9:09 pm
Kinchit Shah picks up another crucial wicket as Gulbadin Naib is caught by Yasim Murtaza. This is a significant blow for Afghanistan, who are now losing wickets at regular intervals.
September 9, 2025 9:08 pm
Sediqullah Atal unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary for a maximum. This six injects crucial momentum into the innings, boosting Afghanistan's scoring rate significantly.
| Name | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sediqullah Atal | 42 | 34 | 5 | 1 | 123.53 |
| Gulbadin Naib | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinchit Shah | 1.4 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 8.4 |
| Yasim Murtaza | 2.0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
September 9, 2025 8:57 pm
A crucial breakthrough for Hong Kong as Kinchit Shah gets Mohammad Nabi caught by Nizakat Khan. Nabi departs after a well-made 33 runs, breaking a dangerous partnership that was building momentum for Afghanistan.
September 9, 2025 8:51 pm
Mohammad Nabi and Sediqullah Atal have put on a vital 50-run partnership for Afghanistan. Nabi contributed 32 runs from 24 balls, including 3 fours and 1 six, while Atal added 13 runs from 14 balls with 1 four. This partnership has helped stabilize the innings and accelerate the scoring.
September 9, 2025 8:50 pm
Yasim Murtaza bowls a wide, adding an extra run to Afghanistan's total. This helps in increasing the score and keeping the scoreboard ticking.
September 9, 2025 8:47 pm
Aizaz Khan bowls a wide, adding an extra run to Afghanistan's total. This helps in keeping the scoreboard ticking for Afghanistan.
September 9, 2025 8:46 pm
Mohammad Nabi smashes a fantastic boundary, adding crucial runs to the scoreboard. This shot injects momentum into the innings, keeping the pressure on the fielding side.
September 9, 2025 8:44 pm
Mohammad Nabi unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four! This much-needed boundary injects momentum into the innings.
September 9, 2025 8:37 pm
Mohammad Nabi turns up the heat, smashing a four followed by a towering six off Aizaz Khan. This rapid-fire scoring is injecting much-needed momentum into Afghanistan's innings, showcasing his aggressive intent and powerful hitting.
September 9, 2025 8:33 pm
Afghanistan concludes the powerplay at 41 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Sediqullah Atal leads the scoring with 26 runs. Ayush Shukla and Ateeq Iqbal each claimed a wicket, keeping the run rate at 6.83. The innings so far includes 5 fours and 1 six.
| Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Nabi | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Sediqullah Atal | 26 | 17 | 5 | 0 | 152.94 |
| Name | Overs | Maiden | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehsan Khan | 1.0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Ayush Shukla | 3.0 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 10 |
September 9, 2025 8:30 pm
Ehsan Khan has been introduced into the bowling attack, a strategic move by Hong Kong to try and break this partnership and control the scoring rate. He starts his spell with a couple of runs conceded.
September 9, 2025 8:28 pm
Sediqullah Atal reaches a quickfire 25 runs, providing a much-needed anchor for Afghanistan after two early wickets. His innings has been crucial in stabilizing the team.
September 9, 2025 8:25 pm
Sediqullah Atal smashes another boundary, his fifth of the innings! He is looking in fine form and trying to rebuild the innings after two quick wickets. This brings up a crucial four runs for Afghanistan.
September 9, 2025 8:24 pm
Ayush Shukla bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to Afghanistan's total. The pressure continues to build as the bowlers look for more breakthroughs.
September 9, 2025 8:23 pm
Ateeq Iqbal bowls a brilliant maiden over to Mohammad Nabi, not allowing him to score a single run. This builds significant pressure on the batting side after losing two quick wickets.
September 9, 2025 8:20 pm
Ibrahim Zadran is caught by Zeeshan Ali off the bowling of Ateeq Iqbal for just 1 run from 4 balls. A crucial wicket for Hong Kong, putting Afghanistan in a tricky position early on.
September 9, 2025 8:13 pm
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, after hitting a towering six, is caught by Nizakat Khan off Ayush Shukla. A crucial breakthrough for Hong Kong, dismissing the dangerous opener for 8 runs off 4 balls.
September 9, 2025 8:12 pm
Rahmanullah Gurbaz unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring for the first six of the innings. A clear statement of intent from the batsman, adding crucial runs to the scoreboard.
September 9, 2025 8:10 pm
Sediqullah Atal smashes another boundary, showcasing his aggressive intent and excellent timing. This four keeps the scoreboard ticking rapidly for Afghanistan.
September 9, 2025 8:06 pm
Sediqullah Atal smashes two consecutive boundaries, showcasing aggressive intent and putting early pressure on the bowlers. These quick runs have given Afghanistan a strong start to their innings.
| Name | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sediqullah Atal | 12 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 200 |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Name | O | M | R | W | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayush Shukla | 1.0 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
September 9, 2025 8:05 pm
Sediqullah Atal dispatches the ball for a well-timed boundary, breaking the early pressure and adding crucial runs to Afghanistan's total. A confident start to his innings.
September 9, 2025 8:03 pm
Afghanistan's XI features Gurbaz, Zadran, Nabi, and Rashid Khan. Hong Kong counters with Zeeshan Ali, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, and Kinchit Shah. Both teams look strong on paper, setting the stage for an exciting contest.
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