Afghanistan U19 thrash Ireland to reach World Cup semi-finals
After winning the toss, Afghanistan chose to bat and recovered from early losses to post 315 for seven.
After winning the toss, Afghanistan chose to bat and recovered from early losses to post 315 for seven.
The emphatic victory sealed Afghanistan’s progression from the group stage, following their opening-match win over Saudi Arabia.
Afghanistan are among six teams still competing for the remaining three semi-final spots.
Afghanistan are competing in Group D alongside Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and Iran.
Batting first, Nangarhar scored 269 runs in their allotted 45 overs, with Akbar Musazai top-scoring with 69.
Chasing 194 for victory, Sri Lanka reached 194 for six in 46.5 overs.
Afghanistan have been drawn in Group D alongside Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and Iran.
Chasing 152 to win at Dubai International Stadium, Afghanistan were restricted to 138 for eight in their 20 overs.
West Indies were bowled out for 150 in 18.5 overs despite half-centuries from Brandon King (50) and Shimron Hetmyer, who.
Afghanistan chased down the target in just 12.4 overs, finishing on 88 for one and winning with more than 37.