Afghanistan moved within touching distance of a dramatic victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group B clash against England, as Fazalhaq Farooqi dismissed Jofra Archer, leaving England with just one wicket in hand and still needing 13 runs off 7 balls.
Archer departs as Nabi holds on under pressure
With England desperately needing boundaries, Archer attempted an aggressive slog off a slower length delivery from Farooqi. However, he mistimed the shot completely, skying it towards long-on, where Mohammad Nabi safely held onto the catch, sending the Afghan crowd into a frenzy. Archer departed after a quick 14 off 8 balls, including two boundaries.
Final moments: England under pressure
With only one wicket remaining, England now faces an uphill battle to get 13 runs off the final over. Afghanistan has kept their nerves in the death overs, executing their plans well under pressure.
Can England’s tailenders pull off a stunning escape, or will Afghanistan seal a memorable win and keep their semi-final hopes alive? The final over promises high drama in Lahore.