Afghanistan Top Uganda in ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Opener at Guyana

In the opening match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Afghanistan emerged victorious against Uganda at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. The Afghan team, led by Rashid Khan, showcased an impressive performance on the field, setting a solid target for Uganda.

Afghanistan’s cricket team has a history of strong performances in international tournaments. The side notably defeated major cricketing nations like England, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan in the ODI World Cup last year, displaying prowess in both batting and bowling.

Star Sports provided live telecast of the thrilling encounter between Afghanistan and Uganda. Fans could enjoy the match on Disney+Hotstar as well, heightening the excitement of the T20 World Cup.

Uganda, playing their debut match in the ICC T20 World Cup, showed resilience on the field. Captain Brian Masaba played a pivotal role in motivating his team, making strategic decisions throughout the game.

The player lineup for both Afghanistan and Uganda included key figures. Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Karim Janat, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Fazalhaq Farooqi represented Afghanistan.

On the other side, Uganda’s team consisted of players like Simon Ssesazi, Roger Sahovic, Riazat Ali Shah, Dinesh Nakrani, Robinson Obuya, Alpesh Ramjani, Brian Masaba, Bilal Hassan, Cosmas Kyewuta, Henry Ssenyondo, and more.

Analysts praised the competitive spirit shown by both teams during the match. The cricketing action in the ICC T20 World Cup is expected to intensify as the tournament progresses, promising more exciting encounters for fans worldwide.