The Afghanistan vs England T20I rivalry represents one of cricket’s most intriguing matchups, featuring the sport’s newest Test nation against one of its most established powerhouses. This 2000-word analysis examines their complete T20I history through detailed scorecards, while providing comprehensive statistics, key player performances, and historical context that define this compelling contest.
Head-to-Head Statistics
| Stat | Afghanistan | England |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 4 | 4 |
| Afghanistan Wins | 0 | – |
| England Wins | 4 | – |
| Highest Total | 160 (2022) | 179/6 (2012) |
| Lowest Total | 112 (2022) | 142 (2016) |
| Most Runs | Najibullah Zadran (73) | Jos Buttler (85) |
| Most Wickets | Rashid Khan (4) | Chris Jordan (5) |
| Highest Individual | Najibullah Zadran (44) | Alex Hales (68*) |
| Best Bowling Figures | Rashid Khan (2/17) | Reece Topley (3/24) |
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Complete Match Scorecards (All 4 Encounters)
1. T20 World Cup 2022 (Group Stage)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2022 |
| Venue | Perth Stadium, Australia |
| Date | 22 October 2022 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bowl |
| England | 112 (19.4 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 113/7 (18.1 overs) |
| Result | Afghanistan won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Ibrahim Zadran (32*) |
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2. T20 World Cup 2016 (Group Stage)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2016 |
| Venue | Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi |
| Date | 23 March 2016 |
| Toss Winner | England |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| England | 142/7 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 127/9 (20 overs) |
| Result | England won by 15 runs |
| Player of Match | Moeen Ali (41* & 1/17) |
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3. T20I Series 2012 (Only T20I)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Afghanistan Tour of ENG 2012 |
| Venue | County Ground, Chelmsford |
| Date | 22 September 2012 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bowl |
| England | 179/6 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 160/9 (20 overs) |
| Result | England won by 19 runs |
| Player of Match | Luke Wright (99* off 55) |
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4. T20 World Cup 2012 (Group Stage)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2012 |
| Venue | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| Date | 21 September 2012 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bowl |
| England | 196/5 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 80 (17.2 overs) |
| Result | England won by 116 runs |
| Player of Match | Luke Wright (99* off 55) |
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