Afghans were filled with joy following Afghanistan’s historic T20 World Cup victory over Australia, a moment that brought rare euphoria across the country.
University student Zamir Afghan in Kabul described his overwhelming emotions during the match, unable to contain his tears as Afghanistan secured their first-ever win over the 2021 champions.
The victory, amidst a backdrop of recent national hardships and Taliban rule, resonated deeply in a nation where cricket holds immense popularity despite the match taking place over 11,000 kilometers away.
Public displays of celebration, like fireworks in Khost city, briefly punctuated by security forces, highlighted the significance of this triumph amid Afghanistan’s isolated geopolitical landscape since 2021.
