Cricket World Cup 2023 - "Absolutely Shocking": World Reacts As Afghanistan Stun England For Historic Win

Afghanistan handed a shock 69-run loss to defending champions England at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday. England, who were chasing a target of 285 runs, were bundled out for 215 in 40.3 overs. Rashid Khan Mujeeb Ur Rahman was among the star performers, picking three wickets apiece. While Rashid returned 3 for 37 in 9.3 overs, Mujeeb picked 3 for 51 in 10 overs. The world reacted to Afghanistan's historic victory with varied opinions. While some lashed out at the England cricket team, others praised Afghanistan for their terrific performance.

Check out the reactions here:

Absolutely shocking from England.

Moment of Pride for Afghanistan, Humiliation for England.

A memorable day for the Afghans as they comprehensively won against England by 69 runs in the WC #ENGvsAFG match. Superb performance by Nabi, Mujeeb, Gurbaz, and Rashid Khan. A harsh wake-up call for the England team. pic.twitter.com/sKUWNDocEY

With this defeat against Afghanistan, England has become the first team to lose against all other 11 Test playing teams in the World Cup. #AFGvsENG #AFGvENG #CWC #CWC2023

Congratulations Afghanistan have trounced the defending champions England by 69 runs!

Afghanistan also end a 14-match losing streak in World Cups with that phenomenal show!

that greatest-ever win pic.twitter.com/b3iQ2cQsd0

The Defending Champions slips on their way a chance to enter top 4 by getting shocked by Afghanistan who are now just behind England on 6th place.

Tomorrow's Fixture :

Australia vs Sri Lanka | 1.30 PKT at Lucknow.#AFGvENG | #CWC23 | #Cricket | #GreenTeam

Big upset of this ICC World Cup

Afghanistan beat defending champion England be like.

Well played Afghan Naveen-Ul-Haq, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Rashid Khan, Nabi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz,