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Azmatullah Omarzai Sets T20I World Record with Stunning Century
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What Happened?
Afghanistan's Azmatullah Omarzai scored 116 runs off 50 balls, rescuing his team from 5/4 to post 221/7 against Zimbabwe in the second T20I at Sharjah.
Key points
- Omarzai's century is the highest by a batter coming in at No. 6 or lower in T20Is involving Full Member nations.
- He surpassed the previous record of 89 set by Mohammad Nabi in 2017.
- Omarzai hit five fours and twelve sixes at a strike rate of 232.
- He formed a crucial partnership of 142 runs with Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai for the sixth wicket.
- Captain Rashid Khan scored an unbeaten 25 off six balls, contributing to Afghanistan's total.
- Zimbabwe's Sikandar Raza scored a century but could not lead his team to victory.
Key insights
- Omarzai's achievement may inspire future Afghan cricketers to excel on the international stage.
- This victory reinforces Afghanistan's dominance over Zimbabwe in T20I series.
- Rashid Khan's milestone of 200 T20I wickets adds to his reputation as a leading bowler.
Why it matters
Omarzai's record-breaking performance highlights Afghanistan's growing strength in international cricket.
Entities
Azmatullah Omarzai· PersonAfghanistan· CountryZimbabwe· CountrySharjah Cricket Stadium· LocationRashid Khan· PersonSikandar Raza· PersonIjaz Ahmad Ahmadzai· PersonMohammad Nabi· Person
Source
Times of India
