In a tournament already filled with high-intensity drama, t20 world cup 2026 clash between new zealand And afghanistan This was one of the strangest moments at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
There was a misunderstanding between the wicketkeeper during the third over of Afghanistan’s innings. Tim Seifert And finn allen A high-profile catch was dropped which left both the players and the crowd in a state of disbelief. Why should there have been a regulation dismissal? matt henry It turned into a viral ‘comedy of errors’ as two of New Zealand’s finest players collided on the big stage.
Bizarre combination of Tim Seifert and Finn Allen gives Rahmanullah Gurbaz a lucky lifeline during New Zealand vs AFG T20 World Cup 2026 match
This incident came to light when Afghanistan’s opener Rahmanullah GurbazThe force danced wildly down the field, intent on breaking the bonds against Henry. He could only muster a thick top edge, which sent the ball soaring into the sky, seemingly hanging forever in the Chennai humidity. As the ball fell directly behind the stumps, Seifert tracked it perfectly and made a clear call to claim the catch, showing complete control of the situation.
However, finn allenCharging with blinkered focus from short fine-leg, failed to hear or heed the call and ran into Seifert’s path. As the keeper sat down to get the ball out, Allen came in full swing and collided with him. The force of the mid-air impact knocked the ball out of Seifert’s steady glove, sending both players sprawling across the field as the ball landed safely between them. In a classic display of Kiwi temperament, after the initial shock, both Allen and Seifert were seen laughing on the ground, sharing the embarrassment of the ‘mine-not-yours’ disaster, which gave Gurbaz a vital early reprieve.
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T20 World Cup 2026: Seifert and Glenn Phillips lead New Zealand to record win over Afghanistan
New Zealand begin their T20 World Cup 2026 campaign Clinical victory over Afghanistan by five wickets In Chennai. after Rashid Khan After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Afghanistan posted a competitive score of 182/6 with the help of his solid half-century. Gulbadin Naib. Kiwi team had a bad start while chasing the target mujeeb ur rehman Both openers were removed early, leaving their score at 14/2.
However, Seifert played a match-winning innings of 65 off 42 balls to steady the innings and change the momentum. got full support glen phillipsWho played a stormy innings of 42 runs to keep the required rate under control against the Afghan spinners. Despite getting late wickets Rashid Khan, Daryl Mitchell and captain michel santner Stayed calm to complete the job with 15 balls to spare. The win gives New Zealand two vital points in the “Group of Death” and serves as revenge for their 2024 defeat to the same team. The Black Caps now look forward to their high-stakes encounter South Africa Scheduled for February 14.
