The team’s pursuit of the modest 134-run target was spearheaded by opener Sediqullah Atal, who scored a steady 55 off.

Goals from Yasser Safi, Milad Noori, and Arash Ahmadi led Afghanistan to victory in a close contest.

Afghanistan’s top-order batsman Ibrahim Zadran will be absent as he recovers from recent ankle surgery in England.

Basharat’s win cements his reputation as a rising star in the sport, extending his unbeaten streak and building momentum within.

India, in response, managed 186 runs for seven wickets, falling short despite a spirited chase.

Afghanistan opened the scoring in the first half with a goal from Yasser Safi, setting the team on a strong.

Both teams bring high stakes to the match, as they vie for a spot in the final round of the.

This is Ms. Ali’s third visit to Afghanistan for similar purposes

The championship has been underway for the past week in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.