Ibrahim Zadran posts Afghanistan's first World Cup hundred

NEW DELHI: Ibrahim Zadran achieved a remarkable feat by becoming the first Afghan batsman to score a century in the World Cup on Tuesday in a group match against Australia in Mumbai.

The 21-year-old opener, playing in his 27th one-day international, faced 131 deliveries, including seven boundaries, en route to his fifth ODI century.

He reached this milestone by taking a risky single off fast bowler Josh Hazlewood, which turned into two runs due to an errant throw at the stumps.


At the time of his century, Afghanistan had reached 216-4 after 44 overs, having won the toss against Australia, who are five-time World Cup champions.

A victory in this match would secure Australia a spot in the semi-finals.

Despite being a surprise package in the tournament, Afghanistan remain in contention for a place in the last four with four wins in seven matches, including victories over reigning champions England, 1992 title-winners Pakistan, and 1996 champions Sri Lanka.

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