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Afghanistan lose to UAE by 11 runs in second T20I, series leveled
(Last Updated On: January 1, 2024)
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) defeated Afghanistan by 11 runs in the second T20I on Sunday to level the three-match series 1-1.
Batting first after winning the toss, UAE posted 166-7 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, with Aryan Lakra and captain Mohammad Waseen hitting fifties.
In reply, Afghanistan made 155 before they were all out in 19.5 overs.
Mohammad Nabi struck 47 off 27 balls while Hazratullah Zazai made 36 off 27.
UAE’s Ali Naseer and Mohammad Jawadullah shined with the ball, as they claimed four wickets each. Ali was declared Man of the Match.
The third and final T20I will be played on Tuesday.