Afghanistan delivered a commanding performance with both bat and ball to defeat Canada by a massive 82 runs in this group-stage encounter.
Batting first, Afghanistan piled up an imposing 200/4 in their 20 overs, thanks to a powerful and well-paced innings that kept the run rate high throughout. Strong partnerships and a late surge ensured they crossed the 200 mark, putting Canada under enormous pressure from the start of the chase.
In reply, Canada struggled to gain momentum against Afghanistan’s disciplined bowling attack. Regular wickets derailed their innings, preventing any meaningful partnerships from developing. The mounting required run rate only added to the pressure as batters were forced into risky shots.
Eventually, Canada were restricted to 118/8 in their 20 overs, falling well short of the target. The emphatic victory strengthens Afghanistan’s position in the tournament and highlights their growing dominance in the T20 format.