Taliban congratulates Afghanistan cricketers after they reach T20 World Cup semis as country erupts with joy
Afghan fans celebrate Afghanistan's win against Bangladesh during super eight match at the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup 2024, in Khost. Photo: Getty Images
Celebrations erupted in Afghanistan on Tuesday after the Afghan cricket team's dramatic victory over Bangladesh, winning them a place for the first time in the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup.
In the cities of Khost and Jalalabad, thousands of people gathered to cheer on their team and celebrate, local officials and eyewitnesses said.
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