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The Times of India
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TOI Sports Desk

'Sky's the limit': Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott praises young stars after stunning victory over Pakistan

NEW DELHI: The Afghanistan cricket team's coach, Jonathan Trott, expressed his belief in the boundless potential of the young stars who dazzled and triumphed over Pakistan in a memorable Cricket World Cup clash on Monday.

The 18-year-old leg-spinner, Noor Ahmad, made an impressive World Cup debut, claiming three key wickets, including those of the opposing captain, Babar Azam, and the prolific run-scorer, Mohammad Rizwan. Meanwhile, the 21-year-old opening batsmen, Ibrahim Zadran, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, formed a formidable partnership by amassing 130 runs for the first wicket, setting the stage for a sensational eight-wicket victory.

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