ICC T20 World Cup 2024: NZ vs AFG, 5 Impact Players to Watch Out for in Today's Match

Author: Subhi Saxena Date: 07/06/24 Credit: Instagram Credit: Instagram

New Zealand vs Afghanistan

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Impact Players

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1. Kane Williamson

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2. Rashid Khan

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3. Trent Boult

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4. Najibullah Zardan

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5. Tim Southee

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Match Details

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