'Australia Crying': Afghanistan's Win Against Bangladesh Has Indians Celebrating With Memes

Afghanistan clinched a thrilling victory by 8 runs (via the DLS method) in a dramatic, rain-affected Super 8 clash against Bangladesh, securing their spot in the T20 World Cup semi-finals for the first time in history. This result also sent Australia crashing out of the tournament, as they had been relying on a Bangladesh win to advance. The outcome sparked jubilation not only among Afghan fans but also among Indian cricket enthusiasts, who reveled in the downfall of their newfound arch-rivals, Australia.

Memes quickly flooded the internet, amplifying the mockery and laughter directed at the Australian team’s unexpected exit.

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In the match, Afghanistan’s path to the semis was straightforward—win and they were through. Conversely, Bangladesh faced a daunting task: they needed a victory with a massive boost to their net run rate to edge out Australia.

After restricting Afghanistan to 5-115, Bangladesh’s target was set at 116 runs to be chased down in just 12.1 overs to qualify. However, their middle order crumbled under the pressure exerted by leg-spinner Rashid Khan, who delivered a stellar performance with figures of 4-23 from his four overs.

Rain adjusted the target to 114, and Bangladesh opener Litton Das seemed poised to steer his team to their first World Cup semi-final. He stood strong at 54 off 49 balls, but hopes were dashed as the last two wickets fell in the penultimate over.

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Seamer Naveen-ul-Haq was the hero of the match, named player of the game after claiming the crucial wickets of Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman with the final two balls, finishing with 4-26. His efforts sealed Afghanistan’s historic place in the final four of a World Cup.

This triumph saw Afghanistan leapfrog Australia to claim second place in Group 1 of the Super Eights, with unbeaten India topping the group.

In the upcoming semi-finals, India is set for a blockbuster showdown against England in Guyana, while Afghanistan will face South Africa in Trinidad and Tobago, both vying for a coveted spot in the final.