Afghanistan Ends T20 World Cup with Decisive Win

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19 Feb 2026 | 05:30 pm
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Afghanistan concluded its T20 World Cup campaign on a triumphant note, securing an impressive 82-run victory over Canada. This decisive win was largely orchestrated by standout individual performances from Ibrahim Zadran and Mohammed Nabi, ensuring their tournament exit was marked by a high and memorable finish after a challenging schedule.

 

A pivotal factor in Afghanistan's commanding performance was the exceptional batting display by Ibrahim Zadran. Zadran delivered a magnificent, unbeaten knock of 95 runs, anchoring the innings with remarkable skill, composure, and determination throughout the challenging encounter against the Canadian side. His innings provided a strong foundation.

 

Zadran's Unbeaten Knock

 

Complementing Zadran's batting heroics, Mohammed Nabi showcased an exceptional bowling masterclass for Afghanistan during the match. Nabi effectively ripped through the Canadian batting lineup, claiming an outstanding four crucial wickets for just seven runs, thereby significantly dismantling their opposition's chase attempts and stifling momentum.

 

The combined, powerful efforts of Ibrahim Zadran’s formidable bat and Mohammed Nabi’s devastating ball proved entirely too much for Canada to overcome. Their individual brilliance propelled Afghanistan to a comprehensive and well-deserved win, ultimately sealing the significant result with a considerable 82-run margin at the close of play.

 

Nabi's Bowling Masterclass

 

This decisive 82-run victory allowed Afghanistan to conclude their challenging T20 World Cup journey on a particularly high and positive note. The team demonstrated strong form, strategic execution, and commendable resilience in their final match performance, leaving a very positive impression as the overall tournament progressed.

 

The substantial 82-run triumph further underscores Afghanistan's growing capabilities and their considerable potential on the competitive global cricket stage. Their successful outing against Canada effectively brought their T20 World Cup campaign to a definitive and celebrated close, highlighting crucial player contributions throughout the game.

 

Strong Finish to Campaign

 

Both Ibrahim Zadran and Mohammed Nabi were undeniably instrumental in delivering this memorable T20 World Cup result for their nation. Their combined heroics ensured Afghanistan’s departure from the high-stakes competition was marked with a powerful statement win, reflecting significant team effort and individual brilliance.