The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 has been thrilling, with teams from around the globe showcasing their talents on the grand stage.
One such exciting match occurred on June 3, 2024, at Providence Stadium in Guyana, where Afghanistan faced off against Uganda. This match was particularly anticipated due to Afghanistan’s established cricketing prowess and Uganda’s emerging talent.
Below are the Scorecards of the Afghanistan vs Uganda match and a quick overview of both innings
1st Innings of Afghanistan vs Uganda
Afghanistan Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz † | 76 | 45 | 4 | 4 | 168.88 |
| Ibrahim Zadran | 70 | 46 | 9 | 1 | 152.17 |
| Najibullah Zadran | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 14* | 16 | 0 | 0 | 87.50 |
| Gulbadin Naib | 4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Rashid Khan (c) | 2* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Extras | 10 | ||||
| Total | 183/5 | 20.0 overs |
Did not bat: Karim Janat, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Fall of Wickets
Afghanistan
- 1-150 (Rahmanullah Gurbaz, 14.1 ov)
- 2-157 (Ibrahim Zadran, 15.3 ov)
- 3-160 (Najibullah Zadran, 16.1 ov)
- 4-169 (Gulbadin Naib, 17.3 ov)
- 5-183 (Azmatullah Omarzai, 19.6 ov)
Uganda Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpesh Ramjani | 4 | 0 | 33 | 1 | 8.25 |
| Cosmas Kyewuta | 4 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 6.25 |
| Dinesh Nakrani | 3 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 12.33 |
| Bilal Hassan | 2 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 17.00 |
| Henry Ssenyondo | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9.50 |
| Riazat Ali Shah | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11.00 |
| Brian Masaba | 4 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 5.25 |
2nd Innings of Afghanistan vs Uganda
Uganda Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ronak Patel | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Simon Ssesazi † | 4 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Roger Mukasa | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Riazat Ali Shah | 11 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 32.35 |
| Dinesh Nakrani | 6 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Alpesh Ramjani | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Robinson Obuya | 14 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 56.00 |
| Brian Masaba (c) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Bilal Hassan | 8 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Cosmas Kyewuta | 2* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Henry Ssenyondo | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 9 | ||||
| Total | 58 | 16.0 overs |
Fall of Wickets
- 1-5 (Simon Ssesazi, 1.3 ov)
- 2-7 (Roger Mukasa, 2.2 ov)
- 3-11 (Kenneth Waiswa, 3.4 ov)
- 4-18 (Ronak Patel, 5.3 ov)
- 5-21 (Frank Nsubuga, 5.6 ov)
- 6-39 (Dinesh Nakrani, 10.6 ov)
- 7-41 (Brian Masaba, 12.2 ov)
- 8-46 (Riazat Ali Shah, 13.4 ov)
- 9-51 (Alpesh Ramjani, 14.5 ov)
- 10-58 (Bilal Hassan, 15.6 ov)
Afghanistan Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 4 | 0 | 9 | 5 | 2.25 |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 3 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 5.33 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq | 2 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2.00 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 2 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 3.50 |
| Rashid Khan | 4 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 3.00 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 1 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 8.00 |
Match Summary
Uganda won the toss and chose to field first, hoping to exploit the early conditions that might favor their bowlers. Afghanistan, however, had different plans.
They posted a formidable total of 183/5 in their allotted 20 overs, thanks to a stellar opening partnership and some power-packed batting performances.
In reply, Uganda struggled from the outset and was bowled out for a mere 58 runs, giving Afghanistan a comprehensive victory and 2 valuable points.
Afghanistan Innings
Afghanistan’s innings started with a bang. In the powerplay, they scored an impressive 66 runs without losing a wicket.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran were in sublime form, crafting a formidable opening partnership of 150 runs. Gurbaz’s aggressive approach saw him scoring 76 runs off 45 balls, including 4 boundaries and 4 sixes.
His partner, Ibrahim Zadran, played a supportive yet equally effective role, contributing 70 runs off 46 balls. This partnership laid a solid foundation, allowing the middle and lower order to play freely and push the total to 183/5 by the end of their innings.
Uganda Innings
Uganda’s innings got off to a disastrous start. They lost 5 wickets for just 21 runs during the powerplay, unable to cope with Afghanistan’s disciplined bowling attack.
Fazalhaq Farooqi was the star with the ball, taking early wickets and finishing with remarkable figures of 5 wickets for 9 runs.
Despite some resistance from Riazat Ali Shah and Robinson Obuya, Uganda’s batting line-up crumbled under pressure, and they were all out for 58 runs in just 16 overs.
Key Performances and Statistics
Fazalhaq Farooqi was rightfully named the Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance, claiming 5 wickets for a mere 9 runs.
Afghanistan’s bowling unit, including Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Rashid Khan, provided crucial support, ensuring a comprehensive victory. The fielding was sharp, with critical catches and effective ground fielding adding to Uganda’s woes.
Reactions: Rahmanullah Gurbaz praised the team effort, emphasizing the importance of their opening partnership. Fazalhaq Farooqi credited his success to the team’s strategy and execution.
Match Analysis: The match was a display of Afghanistan’s balanced team performance, with strong batting backed by disciplined bowling. Uganda will need to work on their batting strategy and middle-order stability.
Future Prospects: Afghanistan looks poised for further success in the tournament, while Uganda will aim to bounce back stronger in their upcoming matches.
Conclusion
Afghanistan’s dominant performance in both batting and bowling secured them a convincing win and 2 points on the points table. This match showcased their strength and strategy, making them a formidable contender in the T20 World Cup 2024. For Uganda, it was a learning experience, highlighting areas that need improvement as they move forward in the tournament.
