AFG vs SA Pitch Report: The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has started, and teams are ready to compete for the title. South Africa has been waiting for an ICC trophy win for 25 years, while Afghanistan is growing stronger in international cricket. This match promises to be exciting as both teams aim for victory.
Let’s take a closer look at the AFG vs SA team previews, head-to-head record, pitch report, playing XI, and Winning prediction.
AFG vs SA: Head-to-Head Record
| Matches(last 3 matches) | AFG Wins | SA Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Last Match (Sep 22, 2024):
- South Africa: 170/3 in 33.0 overs
- Afghanistan: 169/10 in 34.0 overs
- South Africa won by 7 wickets
Team Afghanistan – Team Preview
Afghanistan has a strong batting order, led by Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran. Rahmat Shah will play at No. 3, followed by captain Hashmatullah Shahidi, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, and Azmatullah Omarzai.
Rashid Khan is their key bowler, supported by Noor Ahmed and Mohammad Nabi in the spin department. Fazalhaq Farooqi and Fareed Malik will lead the pace attack, with Omarzai as the third seamer.
Key Players: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan, Azmatullah Omarzai
Predicted Playing XI:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Malik, Noor Ahmed, Gulbadin Naib
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Team South Africa – Team Preview
South Africa will open with captain Temba Bavuma and Ryan Rickelton. Their middle order has experienced players like Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, and David Miller.
Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, and Lungi Ngidi will lead the pace attack, while Keshav Maharaj will handle spin duties. Wiaan Mulder might play as an all-rounder.
Key Players: Kagiso Rabada, Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram
Predicted Playing XI:
Temba Bavuma, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Kagiso Rabada, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi
AFG Vs SA 3rd Match: Pitch and Weather Report
- Location: National Stadium, Karachi
- Pitch Type: Balanced, favours both batters and bowlers
- Batting Conditions: Moderate scoring, tough to bat later in the match
- Pace Bowling: Early swing for fast bowlers
- Spin Bowling: Minimal turn, but spinners will be effective as the pitch slows down
- Toss Prediction: Teams will prefer to bat first as the pitch gets difficult to bat later
- Weather: Bright and sunny, no rain expected
National Stadium, Karachi – ODI Pitch Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total ODI Played | 79 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 37 |
| Matches Won Chasing | 39 |
| No Result Matches | 3 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 240 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 205 |
| Highest Total | 374/4 (India vs. Hong Kong, 2008) |
| Lowest Total | 93 (Pakistan Women vs. Sri Lanka Women, 2006) |
| Highest Chase | 355/4 (Pakistan vs. South Africa, 2025) |
| Lowest Defended | 123 (Sri Lanka Women vs. Pakistan Women, 2006) |
AFG vs SA Winning Prediction
South Africa has a strong batting lineup with experienced batters and a well-balanced bowling attack. Afghanistan has talented players and a good mix of all-rounders, but South Africa looks stronger on paper. Based on team strength and recent form, South Africa is likely to win this match.
🔥 Prediction: South Africa to Win
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