Twitter reactions on India’s tied match against Afghanistan: Sportsrush presents before you Twitter reactions from India’s tied Asia Cup match.
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During the fifth match of the Super Four stage of the ongoing Asia Cup between India and Afghanistan at Dubai, India and Afghanistan played a nerve-wrenching tied match, the first of this tournament.
Earlier in the day, Afghanistan had won the toss and chose to bat. On the back of wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Shahzad’s blazing century, 124 (116), Afghanistan scored 252-8 in their allotted quota of 50 overs. For India, Ravindra Jadeja (10-1-46-3) was the pick of their bowlers.
In the second innings, India went off to a start in the affirmative. A 110-run opening stand between Lokesh Rahul and Ambati Rayudu had set the game for them, but a middle-order collapse saw several twists entering the match.
With Afghani spinners picking up wickets at regular intervals and restricting the run-flow, India’s chances of clinching the chase decreased gradually. The equation eventually fell down to India requiring seven runs in the last over being bowled by Rashid Khan.
However, Ravindra Jadeja ended up hitting the ball straight to Najibullah Zadran at deep mid-wicket. India scored 252-10 in 49.5 overs. Opener Lokesh Rahul ended up top-scoring for India as he scored 60 (66) with the help of five fours and a six. With bowling figures of 10-0-40-2, Mohammad Nabi was the pick of the bowlers for Afghanistan.
Having watched the exciting encounter, fans were thrilled on the social media platform Twitter. Read some of the tweets below:
Couldn’t have asked for a better match. Jadeja takes India as close as possible but in all fairness, Afghanistan deserved that tie
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) September 25, 2018
Afghanistan, the most compelling team in world cricket, tie with India. 10 years ago Afghanistan were playing with Japan and Botswana.
— Tim (@timwig) September 25, 2018
India’s last 2 TIED ODIs:
v NZ, Auckland, 2014 – JADEJA faced the last ball (2 runs needed, got 1)
v AFG, Dubai, 2018 – JADEJA faced the last ball (1 run needed, out)#IndvAfg #AsiaCup
— Bharath Seervi (@SeerviBharath) September 25, 2018
Wow ! That was an unbelievable match. A tie to remember. Afghanistan have won more than hearts. A proud moment in their Cricketing history #AsiaCup2018
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) September 25, 2018
For all of Afghanistan’s pluck, India must ask why a gettable total became so difficult to surpass. Even with the umpiring calls, should still have crossed the line.
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) September 25, 2018
That said, this Afghanistan team is genuinely fun to watch. Our sport needs them. #INDvAFG
— Chinmay Bhogle (@chinmaybhogle) September 25, 2018
in the end cricket is the winner #AsiaCup2018 #AFGvIND
— Gaurav Kalra (@gauravkalra75) September 25, 2018
Once again Ravindra Jadeja that he could never finish a match on a winning note because he is a TIE specialist. #AsiaCup2018 #INDvsAFG
— Abhishek Kumar (@abhik2593) September 25, 2018
They won’t get the trophy but Afghanistan have won the most at this #AsiaCup Delight to watch the rise and rise of the @ACBofficials .. More power to them 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #INDvAFG
— Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) September 25, 2018
IT’S A TIE!!
Rashid Khan gets Jadeja with the scores level so the game is tied!
What a game of cricket.
FOLLOW THE REACTION ➡️ https://t.co/QOBmNShq3d pic.twitter.com/xZfqls9YHF
— ICC (@ICC) September 25, 2018
Afghanistan deserved this. A tie but in all fairness they have played unbelievably well and are a force to reckon with. Afghanistan must be very proud , they have some real winners #IndvAfg
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) September 25, 2018
Most ODIs TIED as captain:
5 MS Dhoni
3 R Richardson/ S Waugh/ S Pollock#AsiaCup #AsiaCup2018 #INDvAFG— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) September 25, 2018
A nail-biter that culminated into a thrilling tie! 😳
India and Afghanistan share the spoils as they end at 252 apiece! What was the moment of the match for you? #INDvAFG #KnockThemOut
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) September 25, 2018
How well do you think the team of afghanistan is improving?Do you think they are gonna be a tough competition for India in the years to come specially in the asian conditions.#SelectDugout @StarSportsIndia
— Koushik Chandak (@chandakJiKaBeta) September 25, 2018
Well! That match had several #Yellove super moments!
5 Lions…
Thala as Captain and at No. 4…
Ever consistent Bahubali opening…
Nail-biting chase…
And almost a SIR finish!
Well played #AFG to hold that off for a Tie! #INDvAFG #WhistlePodu 💛🦁 pic.twitter.com/p21PvD8PkT— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) September 25, 2018
This must be a special day for @ACBofficials . Securing a tie against Team India is a monumental achievement and every Afghanistan player can be very proud of their grit and fight. There is something special in this Afghanistan team, have been most impressivein Asia Cup #INDvAFG
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) September 25, 2018
One of the cutest scene after the match, feel sorry for the little Sardar ji, Cricket ❤️ mai basta hai #INDvAFG pic.twitter.com/VVUvrdb1cy
— जतिन मकोल (@makol_jatin5) September 25, 2018
No matter what people will say but this Afganistan team deserve to play more international matches, this is very exciting team and filled with passion and aggression.#INDvAFG
— hayan’t (@iHayaaaa_) September 25, 2018
India vs Afghanistan matches have become more interesting & exciting than India vs Pakistan matches. A new High for Cricket. A new Low for Pakistan. Well played Afghanistan. #INDvAFG
— Paresh Rawal (@Babu_Bhaiyaa) September 25, 2018
CRICKET HAS WON TODAY!
What a nail biting finish 👌
Maybe this was the best possible result#India will win #AsiaCup2018 undefeatedMy heart goes out to #Afghanistan. You guys can hold your heads high.
Jai Hind 🇮🇳 💪#INDvAFG #AsiaCup #AFGvIND #IndiavsAfghanistan #IndvsAfg
— Jagrati Shukla (@JagratiShukla29) September 25, 2018
