The Economic Times

Afghanistan earn direct qualification for 2027 ODI World Cup with win over Ireland in 3rd ODI

Afghanistan achieved direct qualification for the 2027 ODI World Cup. They defeated Ireland by three wickets in the final ODI match. Afghanistan's bowlers restricted Ireland to a modest total of 206 runs. Rashid Khan's unbeaten 37 guided Afghanistan to victory in their chase. This marks Afghanistan's fourth appearance in the prestigious ODI World Cup.