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Afghanistan Secures 2027 World Cup Spot After Series Win
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THE BRIEF
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Afghanistan defeated Ireland by 42 runs in the fourth ODI in Belfast to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series and secure their 2027 World Cup qualification.
2
Sediqullah Atal scored a career-best 143 off 120 balls and Ibrahim Zadran added 107, helping Afghanistan post a total of 343 for 9 in their 50 overs.
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Despite a 109-run effort from Andy Balbirnie and a quick 84 from Curtis Campher, Ireland was bowled out for 301 in 48 overs as Yamin Ahmadzai claimed four wickets.