ICC World Cup 2019 Australia vs Afghanistan: Best pictures of the match

Afghanistan, playing in their second ODI World Cup, faced five-time champions Australia in their opening match. They were comprehensively routed by the Australians, by 7 wickets, with David Warner leading the charge with a brilliant half-century. Here are some of the best moments from the match:

David Warner shakes hands with the Afghanistan players after guiding his team to a seven-wicket victory. It was a dominating performance from the Australians. Photo credit: Reuters

Steve Smith and David Warner in action for Australia for the first time, back after a one-year ban for ball tampering against Australia. Photo credit: Reuters

David Warner brings up his half-century in his first match for Australia post the one year ban for ball tampering. Photo credit: Reuters

Gulbadin Naib celebrates the wicket of Aaron Finch as Afghanistan gets the much-needed breakthrough. Photo credit: Reuters

Two fans dressed up as yellow sandpaper watch the game from a flat that overlooks the ground. Photo credit: Reuters

Aaron Finch looks to hit a boundary in the off side. His quickfire knock set the tempo for Australia. Photo credit: Reuters

An Australian fan during the match. Photo credit: Reuters

Mujeeb Ur Rahman tries toplay on to the leg side during his partnership with Rashid Khan. The duo added some valuable runs for their team. Photo credit: Reuters

Rashid Khan tonks one out of the ground as the Afghanistan batsmen faltered against Australia's bowling. Photo credit: Reuters

An Afghanistan fan cheers his team during the match. Photo credit: Reuters