England crash out of Champions Trophy after nail-biting defeat to Afghanistan
Briefly

In a crucial match for the Champions Trophy, England's earlier beliefs of luck being a factor were shattered by Afghanistan's remarkable performance. Ibrahim Zadran's innings of 177 provided a strong foundation for Afghanistan, leading them to 325 runs, while England, despite Joe Root's century, fell short of the target by eight runs. The defeat raises concerns for Jos Buttler's captaincy, especially with a series of missteps leading to the loss, showcasing Afghanistan's growth and skill in the sport, and changing the dynamics of England's cricketing success.
Afghanistan, driven by Ibrahim Zadran’s 177 off 146 balls, dramatically turned the tables against England, showcasing superior skill and determination in their Champions Trophy face-off.
England’s hopes of progressing in the tournament were halted by Afghanistan’s thrilling eight-run victory, underlining the shift in cricketing fortunes and raising questions about Jos Buttler's captaincy.
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