From Sportsnet
“Strength in depth is one of the hallmarks of any successful team. It is an assurance of quality which runs from top to bottom and front to back. It’s make-up, as a result, commands respect from an opponent who knows there are no weak links in the chain.
Canada ran into such a team on Day 5 of qualifying for the ICC World T20s. Afghanistan is making a name for itself in world cricket and, outside the elite Full Members club, has rapidly risen to become a leading light among the Associates and Affiliates.
Many observers believed the Afghans to be among the favourites going into this tournament. Thus far, their predictions are spot on. A convincing 41-run victory over Canada has already guaranteed Afghanistan a place in the Super Six playoffs with two games to spare.”
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