Afghanistan need one win to seal 2027 ODI World Cup berth

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Afghanistan are on the verge of qualifying for the 2027 ODI World Cup, needing just one more victory to secure their spot. The team, led by Rahmat Shah, has performed strongly enough in the qualification process to put themselves in a commanding position. A single win in their remaining matches would confirm their place in the tournament. The achievement would mark another significant milestone for Afghan cricket on the global stage.

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