T20 World Cup 2024, AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Historic Moment For Afghanistan, They Qualify For T20 WC Semis

That's it for the coverage of this game. We witnessed a historic game which saw Afghanistan reach their maiden ICC event semi-finals. Take a bow, Rashid, take a bow, Naveen. Everything they did was spirited.

So, the semi-finals lineup is ready. We take a break tomorrow and will come back on Thursday as the semis take place. Till then, it's a bbyee from me, Anurag Dasgupta. SEE YA SOON..

Naveen-ul-Haq is the Player of the Match for his figures of 4-26 inside 4 overs. Well deserved.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Emotional scenes 🥺

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Semi-finale lineups!

South Africa vs Afghanistan at Tarouba in semi-final 1, while India take on England in semi-final 2 at Guyana.

With this result, Australia have been eliminated from the Semi-finale race. So, India and Afghanistan have qualified for the semis, and will join the other two teams, England and South Africa.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: History made by the Afghanistan side!

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: AFG HAVE DONE IT!!

For the first time in their history, they have qualified for a semi-finale of an ICC event. Look at the scenes, the entire support staff is on the ground. Mustafiz is plumb on the front leg and the umpire raises his finger. Mustafiz immediately goes for a review.

But it was a waste of a review as it was dead in front. Emotional scenes as Gurbaz is crying, Rashid is crying, what a massive, massive win for the Afghan side. Defending a meagre 116, Afghanistan bowled their hearts out as they win the contest by 8 runs.

BANGLADESH ARE 3 RUNS BEHIND THE DLS PAR SCORE. AFG on the verge of historic win. Can they do it? This is nerve-wrecking

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: NAVEEEEEN STRIKEEES!!!

He does it for his nation. Knocks over Taskin Ahmed and Bangladesh are 9 down. More drama once again. Rain has arrived and Afghanistan are ahead on DLS. What drama, what match.

It was just a passing shower and the players are once again back onto the field.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Trott Sahab 🤣

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Here's how OneCricket reacted on Gulbadin's acting!

12 needed off 13 balls. This is getting close and close and close. AFG still have their dreams alive.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Litton Stands in AFG's way!

A fighting fifty from Litton Das as Afghanistan's search for wickets continue. Remember, Bangladesh are eliminated, but if they win, Australia will reach the semis and AFG will be eliminated.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Gulbadin flexes his muscles 💪🏻

He gets the wicket as Bangladesh are 8 down and still need 22 off 28 deliveries to stop AFG from progressing to the semis. Tanzim Hasan Sakib with a wild slog and gets a top-edge, which is safely taken at covers. Gulbadin is ecstatic and so he should be.

Okay, so after all the hamstring drama, Gulbadin has come onto bowl an over 🤣

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Ohhhh Gulbadin 🤣

Oscar level acting.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: All set to go once again!!

Play set to resume shortly as the players are back in the field. Gulbadin Naib is off the field and Najibullah Zadran is in as his substitute. We are hearing that one over is lost. So, 114 required in 19 overs.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Kamal, lajawab Rashid 😍

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Drama, drama everywhere!!

Rain has arrived once again. DLS par score is 83, and Bangladesh are stranded at 81/7. More drama as Gulbadin suddenly falls down holding his hamstring. Not sure if he actually pulled it off though :p. The players are going out of the park as the covers come on.

Just when I type, Rashid Gets his 4th wicket and the entire Afghanistan team is pumped up. They can smell a victory with Bangladesh seven down. Rishad Hossain goes for a slog and his stumps are castled by a brilliant googly.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: RASHID GETS HIS 3RD WICKET 🚨

He is single-handedly keeping Afghanistan's semi-finale dream alive. A brilliant review from the Afghanistan skipper which does the trick. Mahmudullah Riyad goes for a slog sweep and gets hit on the pad, but the umpire looks disinterested. Rashid takes the review and the decision is changed.

Bangladesh require 39 off 13 deliveries to qualify for the semis. Litton Das holds the key as an interesting phase of cricket is coming up. Afghanistan have no choice but to scalp wickets to win this contest.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: RASHID HAS DONE IT AGAIN!!!

Another one bites the dust and Afghanistan keep on believing the miracle. Rashid led from the front with the bat and is doing the same with the ball as well. Towhid Hridoy goes for a booming slog and gets a top-edge which is safely taken at deep mid.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Rashid cleans up Soumya Sarkar 😍

Afghanistan needed a wicket, and who else gives them a breakthrough? It's Kamaal Lajawab Rashid Khan. The ball skids on as Soumya hangs back and fails to get a bat on it. The ball beats him and shatters the stumps. BAN on the back-foot.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Litton Das, the last hope for BAN!

If BAN are to chase it down in 12.1 overs, then Litton Das is their only hope. He is looking good at the moment and with the qualification still hanging in the balance, expect something to happen in the next couple of overs.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: WE ARE BACKKK, ONCE AGAIN!

After another mini-break, we are back for the Bangladesh innings to resume. No overs lost as the Tigers need 85 from 100 deliveries.

Good news, folks. The rain has stopped. Looks like it was a passing shower. There is a strong breeze as well. Reserve umpire Ahsan Raza is out there in the middle, having a chat with the groundsmen. The covers are coming off.

The match will resume at 9:13 AM IST. No overs lost.

RAAAINNN IS BACCCCKKK! Afghanistan won't mind that at all. All they need is a win or a washout to qualify for the semi-finals. For Bangladesh, the last 10 minutes have been woeful, as they have lost 3 wickets, and now rain has interrupted the play. Covers are back in place.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: NAVEEN ON FIREEEEE 🔥

Two in two for the champion bowler as Bangladesh have been rocked by the brilliance of Naveen-ul-Haq. Gets a leading-edge and Naveen takes a simple catch on his follow-through.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: 'BIG' WICKET ALERT 🚨

BAN skipper Shanto departs!! Huge moment in this match as the Tigers lose their second wicket. A brilliantly disguised slower ball from Naveen and Shanto miscues it straight to the man at deep square leg.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Is it a wicket for AFG??? 🤔

Have Afghanistan got their first breakthrough? Tanzid Hasan misses his swing of the bat as Fazalhaq Farooqi traps him high on the back leg. The umpire says, out, but the Bangladesh batter immediately reviews it.

The third umpire takes a bit of time, but three reds come up as the batter has to walk back.

Ohhh noooo! Gurbaz is injured and looks in some pain as he is down at the moment. Litton misses a slog as the Afghan keeper is badly hit on the knees.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Litton on the charge 😍

BAN are up and running and will look to chase it down quickly. Thanks to the rain, the ball is nicely coming onto the bat. He smokes a monstrous hit over deep mid as Naveen looks clueless.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: All set for the Bangladesh chase!

Rashid giving some pep talk to his teammates as they eye a semi-final berth. Remember, Bangladesh have to chase down the total in 12.1 overs to qualify for the semis. Also, Australia will also be keeping an eye on this game and supporting the Tigers.

Good news!! Covers are coming off and we are set for the second innings shortly. Hopefully, no overs lost. Fingers crossed 🤞

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Rashid's Midas touch ❤️

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Qualification scenario for BAN

Bangladesh need to chase 116 in 12.1 overs in order to surpass Australia and Afghanistan in terms of net run rate and head into the semis.

They can also qualify if they chase it in 12.5, but they need to hit a six to win it.

If they hit a four when the scores are level, then Bangladesh can take 12.3 overs to complete the run chase.

These equations are only applicable for a 20-over chase and not for a curtailed one.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Rain, rain go away 😪

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: RASHIDDDD, YOU BEAUTY!!

A monstrous six to end the Afghanistan innings. A 98m six, much needed one as the side finish on 115/5. Not a par score, but Afghanistan will fancy their chances.

Just as I type, rain god has decided to intervene. It as gotten heavier as the covers come on. Remember, a washout means AFG will go through to the semis.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Another one departs 🥲

AFG's qualification was in their own hands, but it seems they have blown it away completely. They have lost yet another wicket as Mohammad Nabi, who has not done anything special in this tournament with the bat departs for 1 off 5. Bangladesh oozing with confidence now.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Soumya Sarkar with stunning catch!!

It has to be the catch of the tournament. Stunning catch from Sarkar to end Gulbadin Naib's short-stay. He goes for the slog and gets it from the outer-part of the blade. The ball lobs up as Sarkar from deep cover charges forward and dives in extremely well to pull off a stunner.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Ohhh Gurbaz, what have you done?

He departs after what has been one of the strangest innings in T20 WC 2024. A 55-ball 43 run knock and Bangladesh will be really happy with his dismissal. He goes for the big shot and found the fielder at deep cover.

Bangladesh for for a caught-behind review. Lovely seam-up delivery from Mustafiz and Omarzai misses his attempted slash as the ball goes to the keeper who has a loud appeal. The on-field signal was not out.

Yes, a brilliant review in the end from Bangladesh. There was a slight nick as the ball passes the bat. Omarzai departs for yet another low-score.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Ideal total on this surface? 🤔

As stated before, spinners will come into play on this surface, and so they have. The pitch is not helping the batters and this is not your typical 150-160 wicket, Even 130 is defendable, and especially since AFG have quality spinners.

No runs in the last 10 balls. What is even happening? Is this a T20 Game? 🤔 Maiden over on the cards. And yes, it is a maiden over from Taskin Ahmed. Afghanistan suddenly pressing the panic button.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: WICKET ALERTTT 🚨

Finally, Bangladesh have the breakthrough in the form of Ibrahim Zadran. His scratchy looking, pain-staking innings comes to an end. Rishad Hossain does the trick and gives his side a much needed relief as Zadran goes for the big shot and the fielder at long-off takes a smart running catch.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Kamaal jodi 🤝

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Gurbaz goes big Vs Shakib!

Clean as a whistle! Shakib was stunned as Gurbaz with one of the most aesthetic looking shot.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: History-making AFG pair!

The most fifty plus partnerships in the history of T20 World Cups (4 times). A phenomenal achievement by Gurbaz and Zadran. The duo have become a headache for the other teams.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: GURBAZ GOES BIGGG!!

Finally, Gurbaz decides to break the shackles as he steps down the track and hammers Shakib for a monstrous hit. This could be the turning point as AFG will look to up the ante from here on.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: End of successful power-play for Tigers!

Just 27 runs added in the first 6 overs. A sedate power-play that ends with Bangladesh being on top. No wicket to show for their persistent lines and lengths though..

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Gurbaz injured 😰

He was hit on the forearm and the Afghanistan opener looks in some pain as the phsyio rushes onto the field. He missed an attempted pull shot and was viciously struck. Luckily, he looks fine to continue.

This partnership holds the key and will decide the fate of the semis. Bangladesh need to dismiss the two openers to stand a chance in this match. Remember, AFG middle-order batters have struggled to pile on runs and their team has largely dependent on the two openers.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Slow start for AFG!

10 balls done and dusted and the Afghan side have only added 4 runs. Kudos to Bangladesh bowlers, they have kept it tight as well.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: All set for the live action!

The two teams make their way out as we are all set to witness an epic clash between two Asian teams. The deadly opening duo of Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran ready to take on the Bangladesh challenge.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Who will make it through? 👀

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Prediction time!!!

Sakshi: Love the Afghan spirit. Please, play well and reach the semis, this is your moment.

Anurag: Same feelings, Sakshi. They are certainly the second best Asian team after you know who....

Deba: Okay then, since the two of you are siding with Afghanistan, I'll have to go with the underdogs, Bangladesh :p

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Time for the national anthems!

The two teams make their way out as we are all set for the national anthems. Get set and go....

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Battle of spin at Arnos Vale Stadium!

The pitch is slow, low and is a paradise for the spinners. Both Bangladesh and Afghanistan have quality spinners and the fate of this clash will be decided by the spinners. So brace yourselves for a fun battle..

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Here's the Playing XIs

Afghanistan Playing XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan (c), Mohammad Nabi, Nangeyalia Kharote, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi

Bangladesh Playing XI: Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah Riyad, Soumya Sarkar, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: It's Tossss timeee!!

Afghanistan won the toss and unlike Australia, they have elected to bat first on a spin-friendly track.

A couple of changes for the Tigers - Jaker Ali and Mahedi Hasan are not playing. Taskin Ahmed and Soumya Sarkar are back in the side.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: AFG are ready to roar 🔥

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Qualification scenarios

Afghanistan

- Win tonight and qualify for the semi-finals. Even a washout helps them make it to the next stage.

- Lose and get knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2024.

AFG Vs BAN Live Score: Team Previews

Afghanistan are riding a wave of confidence following their historic win against Australia, which has put Rashid Khan and his team in contention for a semi-final spot. With Australia losing against India last night, all Afghanistan have to do is defeat the Tigers and reach the semi-finals. The onus will once again be on the openers to give a solid start, and the bowlers will be confident after last game's performance Vs AUS.

On the other hand, Bangladesh only have a theoretical chance to qualify for the semi-finals as it requires a significant net run rate swing. Their performance against India was lacklustre, as they were thoroughly outplayed. The key to their success will be dismissing Afghanistan's openers early, which would give them control of the game.

Tanzim Hasan Sakib has been a standout performer, and Bangladesh's bowling arsenal, both pace and spin, can dismantle any opposition. Can they clinch a win and spoil AFG's party? we'll find out...

Hello and welcome to the final game of the Super 8 stage at the T20 World Cup 2024. It all comes down to this. 3 semi-finale spots are filled, just one left. Who will join India, England and South Africa? Will it be the wounded Australians? Or will Afghanistan create history to reach their maiden ICC event finale? Lots to ponder upon, so join me, Anurag Dasgupta, as I take you through this key game between Afghanistan and Bangladesh.