The last match of the ODI series between Afghanistan and South Africa was played on Sunday at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. South Africa, who won the toss and batted first, were all out for 169 runs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s ‘One Man Army Show’ was seen. He played an innings of 89 runs in 94 balls. In reply, South Africa scored 170 runs in 33 overs for the loss of 3 wickets and won the match by 7 wickets. Earlier, Afghanistan had won the series by winning 2 matches of the series. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was selected as Player of the Match and Player of the Series.
Talking about the last ODI, Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored the most 89 runs. In his innings, he hit 7 fours and 4 sixes. Apart from him, Allah Ghazanfar scored an unbeaten 31 runs off 15 balls, captain Hasmatullah Shahidi scored 10 runs off 17 balls, Abdul Malik scored 9 runs off 19 balls, Mohammad Nabi scored 5 runs off 13 balls, Ikram Alikhil and Farid Ahmed contributed 4-4 runs. Lungi Ngidi, Nkaba Peter and Andile Phehlukwayo got 2-2 wickets. Bjorn Fortuin took 1 wicket
In response, South Africa’s batting lineup delivered a steady performance. Captain Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi provided a solid start, adding 40 runs for the first wicket. Aiden Markram played a key role in the chase, scoring an unbeaten 69 runs off 67 balls. He was supported by Tristan Stubbs, who remained unbeaten on 26. South Africa chased down the target in 33 overs, sealing the win by 7 wickets.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz was named Player of the Match and Player of the Series for his consistent performances. Despite Afghanistan’s loss in the final match, they had already secured the series with a 2-1 victory.
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