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Afghanistan reached the semi-finals of the 2024 T20 World Cup, but this time they find themselves under pressure after just one match. A defeat to New Zealand in their tournament opener has left them facing an uphill battle, with their upcoming clash against South Africa likely a do-or-die encounter. Another loss could mean that even victories over Canada and the UAE may not be enough to secure a place in the Super Eight stage.
The challenge is a daunting one for Afghanistan. They have faced South Africa three times in T20 internationals and lost on every occasion. Their most recent meeting — during the 2024 edition — was especially painful, as South Africa dismissed them for just 56 before cruising to the target with nine wickets in hand.
History aside, South Africa come into the contest in strong form following a comprehensive win over Canada, a match in which they ticked nearly every box. Captain Aiden Markram struck a fluent half-century, while David Miller and Tristan Stubbs combined for an unbeaten 75-run partnership to lift the side to the highest total of the tournament so far. Lungi Ngidi’s four-wicket haul capped off an impressive all-round performance.
Another victory would place South Africa firmly on course for a smooth passage into the Super Eight stage.
Squads:
Afghanistan Squad: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan(c), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Ishaq, Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai
South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka
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The challenge is a daunting one for Afghanistan. They have faced South Africa three times in T20 internationals and lost on every occasion. Their most recent meeting — during the 2024 edition — was especially painful, as South Africa dismissed them for just 56 before cruising to the target with nine wickets in hand.
History aside, South Africa come into the contest in strong form following a comprehensive win over Canada, a match in which they ticked nearly every box. Captain Aiden Markram struck a fluent half-century, while David Miller and Tristan Stubbs combined for an unbeaten 75-run partnership to lift the side to the highest total of the tournament so far. Lungi Ngidi’s four-wicket haul capped off an impressive all-round performance.
Another victory would place South Africa firmly on course for a smooth passage into the Super Eight stage.
Squads:
Afghanistan Squad: Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w), Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan(c), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Ishaq, Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai
South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Jason Smith, George Linde, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Maphaka
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