Shahzad, Stanikzai steer Afghanistan to 170-5

NAGPUR: A ninth T20 international century from Mohammad Shahzad has guided Afghanistan to a competitive 5-170 in their ICC World T20 clash against Scotland.

Shahzad gave his side the perfect start after they won the toss, smashing five fours and three sixes in an entertaining innings in their Group B match in Nagpur.

The world's 12th ranked T20 batsman finished with 61 from 39 balls, a crucial contribution in setting Scotland and imposing target of 171.

Captain Asghar Stanikzai offered good support with 55 not out from 50 balls but he was contained in the late overs thanks to tight bowling from Alasdair Evans (1-24 from four) and Safyaan Sharif (0-29 from four). 

Both teams are desperate for a win after Group B rivals Zimbabwe got the better of Hong Kong earlier tonight.