Cricket Highlights, Sept 22: (3rd ODI) – Afghanistan vs South Africa

AFG vs SA (3rd ODI) – Highlights

In the 3rd ODI on September 22, 2024, South Africa showcased their cricketing prowess with a decisive 7-wicket victory over Afghanistan, completing a 3-0 series clean sweep. After opting to bat first, Afghanistan managed a modest 169 runs, with Rahmanullah Gurbaz top-scoring at 89. However, South Africa made light work of the chase, reaching 170/3 in just 33 overs, powered by Aiden Markram unbeaten 69. 

In the 3rd ODI between AFG and SA at Sharjah on September 22, 2024, Afghanistan batted first and were bowled out for 169 runs. South Africa chased the target comfortably, scoring 170/3 in 33 overs, winning by 7 wickets with 102 balls to spare. The match was dominated by South Africa, who completed the series sweep with this commanding win.

In AFG innings during the 3rd ODI against South Africa, they struggled to build partnerships and were bowled out for 169 in 34 overs. Opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the standout performer, scoring a fluent 89 off 94 balls, hitting 7 fours and 4 sixes. However, he received little support from his teammates as wickets fell regularly.

Abdul Malik (9 off 19) was the first to fall, trapped lbw by Lungi Ngidi. Rahmat Shah was run out shortly after for 1, and Captain Hashmatullah Shahidi (10 off 17) was also run out, leaving Afghanistan at 74/3. Azmatullah Omarzai (2), Ikram Alikhil (4), and Mohammad Nabi (5) fell in quick succession, reducing Afghanistan to 132/7. Gurbaz was finally dismissed at this stage, caught by Reeza Hendricks off Andile Phehlukwayo, after carrying the team for much of the innings.

A late blitz from AM Ghazanfar, who hit an unbeaten 31 off just 15 balls with 2 fours and 3 sixes, helped Afghanistan push the score to 169. South Africa’s bowlers were effective, with Lungi Ngidi and Nqabayomzi Peter taking 2 wickets each, while Andile Phehlukwayo also chipped in with 2 wickets. 

In their chase of 170, South Africa cruised to victory in 33 overs, finishing at 170/3 to win by 7 wickets. Captain Temba Bavuma (22 off 28) and Tony de Zorzi (26 off 31) kicked things off with a steady 40-run partnership before Bavuma got the boot from AM Ghazanfar’s bowling. De Zorzi soon followed, courtesy of an lbw from Mohammad Nabi, leaving the Proteas well on their way to victory without breaking a sweat.

Reeza Hendricks (18 off 31) fell to Fareed Ahmad, leaving SA wobbling at 80/3. Enter Aiden Markram, who played the anchor role like a seasoned pro, cruising to an unbeaten 69 off 67 balls, complete with 4 fours and 3 sixes. Tristan Stubbs backed him up with a cool 26* off 42, as the duo steered the ship to victory without needing to raise the sails!

South Africa vs Afghanistan Scoreboard

Afghanistan –169 (34/50)

South Africa – 170/3 (33/50)

Result – South Africa won by 7 wickets

Player of the Match – Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

AFG vs SA Playing Eleven

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