24 Jun, 22:51 (IST)

That's it! Bangladesh have kept their semi-finals hope alive as they beat Afghanistan by 62 runs in match 31 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 at Southampton. Bangladesh talisman Shakib Al Hasan's brilliant run in the ICC CWC 2019 continues as the all rounder hit a half century and claimed five wickets in the match to have yet another memorable outing.Bangladesh are on the fifth position now in the points table and have a chance to enter the final four with two games remaining. Afghanistan are on the last spot and are already out of the World Cup, with losses in all their matches. In response to Bangladesh's 262, Afghanistan were bundled out for 200.

24 Jun, 22:42 (IST)

OUT! Mustafizur get his second one, sends back Daulat Zadran as Rahim completes a customary catch. Dawlat Zadran c Rahim b Mustafizur 0 off 8 balls.

24 Jun, 22:37 (IST)

OUT! If there are any doubts regarding Bangladesh's victory, they should be rested by now as Rashid Khan has been dismissed by Mustafizur Rahman. Rashid tries a pull only to give a catch to Bangladesh skipper Mortaza. Rashid Khan c Mortaza b Mustafizur 2runs off 3 balls.

24 Jun, 22:23 (IST)

Shakib al Hasan has picked up his 5th scalp, outsmarting the dangerous Najibullah Zadran. With this wicket, the hopes of an upset by Afghanistan has further diminished. Rashid Khan is the new man in.

24 Jun, 22:14 (IST)

Shakib Al Hasan has been smashed for a huge six over long-off. Shinwari is the last hope for the Afghanistan team. However, the required run rate is 9.69, which means the Afghan team has to score runs as well as keep wickets in hand. 

24 Jun, 21:56 (IST)

Afghanistan is on a verge of yet another defeat in Cricket World Cup, 2019. Afghan has displayed some poor batting performance till now and has disappointed their fans.Meanwhile, Bangladeshi fans are pumped up!!!

24 Jun, 21:51 (IST)

OUT!!! Ikram Ali Khil Run Out. It was a casual cricket from young Khil as he made a poor run while returning back to the non-striker end. Liton Das delivered a sharp throw for a direct hit to send Ali Khil back to the pavilion. Ikram Ali Khil run out by Liton Das 11 from 12 balls

24 Jun, 21:31 (IST)

OUT! Asghar Afghan departs trying to up the scoring rate. Shakib is on a roll here. Gets his fourth wicket. Asghar Afghan c (sub)Sabbir Rahman b Shakib 20 off 38 balls.

24 Jun, 21:24 (IST)

At the end of 30 overs, Afghanistan are 111/4. They have already lost skipper Gulbadin Naib, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi. Shakib Al Hasan has inflicted maximum damage picking three wickets.

24 Jun, 21:15 (IST)

OUT! Big wicket this for Shakib and Bangladesh. Shakib gets through the gates off Nabi's bat and pad as the bowl goes on to hit the stumps. Mohammad Nabi b Shakib 0 off 2 Balls.

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The Bangladesh team will look to keep their semi-finals hope alive as they take on the Afghanistan cricket team on June 24, Monday at Southampton in match 31 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019. While Afghanistan are out of the tournament already, Bangladesh still have hopes of making it to the semi-finals and a lot depends upon today's game for the Tigers. Fans of both sides are super excited to catch the live action between Bangladesh and Afghanistan. This is why we bring you live cricket score updates of BAN vs AFG, along with ball-by-ball commentary. Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Cricket Score 31st ODI Match in ICC Cricket World Cup 2019.

Bangladesh have impressed one and all with victories against South Africa and West Indies. The Tigers have won two matches and lost three out of the six games they have played. Their match against Sri Lanka was abandoned due to rain. Bangladesh went down fighting against Australia in their last match, chasing a mammoth 382. However, England losing to Sri Lanka has opened the doors of possibility for the Tigers as Bangladesh are fighting for a place in the semi-finals.

On the other hand, Afghanistan are done and dusted from the ICC CWC 2019. The Afghan 'Atalans' came close to giving a scare to Team India but ended up losing the close encounter by 11 runs. Afghanistan are at the bottom of the points table and are already out of the tournament. However, they can still cause an upset for other teams as they look for their first victory in ICC CWC 2019.