Afghanistan vs West Indies Highlights, 1st T20I: AFG Beat WI by 38 Runs
Afghanistan made a confident start to the T20I series by beating West Indies by 38 runs in the opening match. The contest saw Afghanistan remain in control for most phases, as the team maintained a balanced approach in both batting and bowling. The side gained early momentum, setting the tone for the rest of the series.
Afghanistan vs West Indies 1st T20I Match Recap
This match had a bit of buzz around it, and Afghanistan delivered. They put up a solid total first up, then kept the pressure on West Indies the whole way. Afghanistan’s innings wasn’t flashy, but it was clever—good partnerships in the middle, and a late surge to set a tricky target.
West Indies never really got going in their chase. Afghanistan’s bowlers struck early and kept chipping away, never letting the visitors settle. Even when West Indies tried to fight back, the required run rate just kept creeping up, and the wickets kept falling.
Afghanistan bowled with real intent—mixing things up
Staying tight, and forcing mistakes. The fielders backed them up, grabbing every chance and keeping the energy high. In the end, West Indies fell well short, and Afghanistan walked away with a comfortable win.
Bowlers Lead the Way
This win belongs to the Afghan bowlers. They worked as a unit, squeezing the life out of West Indies’ batting. Dot balls built pressure, boundaries dried up, and wickets kept tumbling. Every bowler chipped in, and the fielding was sharp. West Indies just couldn’t break free. Key Takeaways
Afghanistan looked like a balanced team—everyone played their part. They set a strong total and defended it with discipline. West Indies were under the pump from start to finish. Afghanistan’s bowlers deserved every wicket they got. This is the start Afghanistan wanted, while West Indies have some work to do before the next game.
Looking Ahead
With this win, Afghanistan head into the next match full of confidence. West Indies will need to regroup and find answers if they want to even the series. Expect the next game to be just as competitive—both teams have something to prove, and the rivalry’s heating up.
Cricket fans, get ready. There’s plenty more to come: close contests, big moments, and maybe a few surprises as this series rolls on.
Final Word
Afghanistan sent a clear message with this 38-run win over West Indies. They’re off to a strong start, and the series is wide open. Should be a fun ride from here.



























































