Watch: Shamar Springer Strikes Three in Three vs Afghanistan

Originally posted on CricketGully | Last updated Jan 22, 2026 12:55 PM ET

In a thrilling display of skill, West Indies fast bowler Shamar Springer delivered a jaw-dropping performance during the third T20I against Afghanistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. He pulled off an incredible hat-trick that shifted the momentum squarely in favor of his team.

As the Afghanistan vs West Indies T20 series unfolded in the UAE in 2026, Springer made his mark in the 18th over, just when Afghanistan was aiming to finish their innings on a high note. His first wicket came from Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who had played a solid innings of 71 before being caught in the deep.

Springer didn’t stop there; he quickly followed up by dismissing Rashid Khan, who misjudged a powerful shot and was caught near the boundary, putting Afghanistan in a tight spot. Then came the hat-trick ball, where Springer showcased his poise and precision, delivering a full toss that straightened just enough to sneak past Shahidullah Kamal’s bat and shatter the off stump.

This moment ignited wild celebrations among the West Indies players. The hat-trick not only highlighted the team's sharp fielding and disciplined bowling in the final overs but also marked a pivotal moment in the match, showcasing Springer’s knack for rising to the occasion when it matters most.

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Second Hat-Trick of the series, and this time it’s @windiescricket’s Shamar Springer.

Via @ACBofficials #AFGvWI pic.twitter.com/iLoNGDMjC0
— Bashir Gharwal غروال (@bashir_gharwall) January 22, 2026

Springer’s Hat-Trick Seals Win as Afghanistan Fall Short in Chase

Afghanistan set out to showcase their chasing skills but fell short yet again, bringing an end to both their six-match winning streak against the West Indies and the West Indies’ six-match losing streak at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Rahmanullah Gurbaz shone brightly for the hosts, scoring an energetic 71 off 58 balls, while Ibrahim Zadran contributed 28 from 27.

Unfortunately, the rest of the batting lineup struggled, and despite a promising position at 94 for 1 after 14 overs, wickets began to tumble, derailing their chase. Shamar Springer’s hat-trick in the 19th over clinched the victory for the West Indies, who wrapped up the series on a high note.

Afghanistan’s failure to seize crucial moments and chase down achievable totals will surely be a concern for Rashid Khan and his team as they look ahead to future matches.

This article first appeared on CricketGully and was syndicated with permission.

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