Ahmadzai, Omarzai lay the foundation as Bangladesh fold for 160

Afghanistan got the last six wickets for 39 runs, with Rashid Khan running through the lower order…

By Mohammad Isam · Espncricinfo

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 3:16 PM

Key Things to Know

Afghanistan defeated Bangladesh by seven wickets to reach the tri-series final against Zimbabwe.
Bangladesh were bowled out for 160 in their innings, with Parvez Hossain Emon top-scoring with 70.
Rashid Khan claimed four wickets for 31 runs to break through Bangladesh's lower order.

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Afghanistan secured a place in the tri-series final against Zimbabwe by defeating Bangladesh by seven wickets. Bangladesh were bowled out for 160 before Afghanistan comfortably chased down the target, finishing at 161 for 3 in 35.3 overs to eliminate Bangladesh.

Rashid Khan led the Afghan bowling attack with 4 for 31, while Yamin Ahmadzai and Azmatullah Omarzai took two wickets each. In response, Afghanistan captain Rahmat Shah guided the chase with an unbeaten 67, supported by Hashmatullah Shahidi's 36 not out.

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Ahmadzai, Omarzai lay the foundation as Bangladesh fold for 160

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