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Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd ODI Match Summary

AFG vs SA, 2024 - ODI Summary

Afghanistan vs South Africa Scorecard
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Match Ended   
3rd ODI, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah , Sep 22, 2024
Afghanistan Afghanistan
169 (34.0/50)
South Africa South Africa
170/3 (33.0/50)
South Africa beat Afghanistan by 7 wickets
  • Player of the Match
    Rahmanullah Gurbaz
    89(94)&0/1(0)
  • Player of the Series
    Rahmanullah Gurbaz
AFG 169/10
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/111914-rahmanullah-gurbaz-playerprofile>Rahmanullah Gurbaz</a>
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
89 (94)
  • 7x4s
  • 4x6s
  • 94.68SR
<a href=/cricket/players/117294-allah-mohammad-playerprofile>AM Ghazanfar</a>
AM Ghazanfar
31 (15)
  • 2x4s
  • 3x6s
  • 206.66SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Andile Phehlukwayo
ECON 4.25
4
OVERS
17/2
R/W
Bowler
Lungi Ngidi
ECON 3.66
6
OVERS
22/2
R/W
SA 170/3
Bat Top Batsmen
<a href=/cricket/players/64634-aiden-kyle-markram-playerprofile>Aiden Markram</a>
Aiden Markram
69 (67)
  • 4x4s
  • 3x6s
  • 102.98SR
<a href=/cricket/players/118130-tony-de-zorzi-playerprofile>Tony de Zorzi</a>
Tony de Zorzi
26 (31)
  • 2x4s
  • 1x6s
  • 83.87SR
Bowl Top Bowlers
Bowler
Fareed Ahmad
ECON 2.42
7
OVERS
17/1
R/W
Bowler
Mohammad Nabi
ECON 4.62
8
OVERS
37/1
R/W
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Right then, that wraps up what has been a thoroughly entertaining first-ever bilateral series between Afghanistan and South Africa. Hashmatullah Shahidi collects the trophy and joins his teammates as confetti is popped, with the team posing for pictures with their well-deserved silverware. Looking ahead, South Africa will now head to Abu Dhabi for their white-ball series against Ireland, starting with the T20I series on Friday, 27th September, followed by the ODIs. As for Afghanistan, their next assignment will be a multi-format series in Zimbabwe in December, though the exact dates are yet to be confirmed. That’s all from us for now. Goodbye and cheers!
The skipper of Afghanistan, Hashmatullah Shahidi says that it is a good feeling to win the series and there were many learnings for them in this series. Mentions that he would have been more happy had they won this game but at the same time, they wanted to give some game time to the youngsters. Reckons that the run outs cost them in this game. Shares that there are a lot of youngsters who have a bright future for Afghanistan.
South Africa captain Temba Bavuma expresses his satisfaction with the team's performance, stating that he is pleased with how they elevated their skills. He commends their clinical approach with the bat, acknowledging that while the series didn't go as planned, the players gained valuable experience and learning from it. Bavuma highlights the importance of handling the Powerplay, which he and Tony de Zorzi managed effectively, and praises the middle-order for carrying on the momentum. He also notes that the dew played a role, helping the ball skid on the surface. Overall, he is happy with the day’s outcome.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH, albeit in a losing cause, as he waged a lone battle for Afghanistan with the bat. He is also the PLAYER OF THE SERIES for scoring 194 runs in the series. He says that he is happy with his performance and states that it feels good to perform against a quality side like South Africa. Feels that he could have done better in this game. Further says that he is looking forward to carrying this confidence in future games.
Time for the presentation...
Earlier in the game, the toss went Afghanistan's way, and they opted to bat first. South Africa bowled well, consistently targeting the stumps during the Powerplay. The visitors chipped away at the wickets throughout the middle phase, with three run outs contributing to Afghanistan's downfall. While Rahmanullah Gurbaz kept the runs flowing, his aggressive approach led to his dismissal. AM Ghazanfar hit a few lusty blows but was left stranded as Afghanistan were bowled out for 169 with 16 overs unused. For South Africa, their bowling effort was well-supported by their fielders, with Lungi Ngidi, Nqabayomzi Peter, and Andile Phehlukwayo each taking two wickets, while Bjorn Fortuin chipped in with one.
In tricky chases like these, there's always one key partnership that sets the team up for success, and for South Africa, that pivotal stand came from Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs. Both batters batted sensibly during their unbeaten 90-run stand, mixing caution with smart strike rotation. It wasn’t just a matter of blocking deliveries, but they kept the scoreboard ticking, which is often key to countering spin and avoiding pressure. As the innings progressed, both grew in confidence, but it was Aiden Markram in particular who began to assert himself, playing with increasing authority and ensuring that there were no more hiccups.
With 170 runs to chase, it was not as straightforward as it appeared, especially considering South Africa's struggles against spin throughout the series. Afghanistan certainly had a chance to make things difficult. While Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi provided a cautious start, neither could convert their innings into a substantial score. Reeza Hendricks also fell without a significant impact, leaving the game hanging in the balance. Although Afghanistan managed to chip away at the top order, they were unable to pick wickets in clusters, which could have allowed them to get a better grip on the game.
A clinical win for South Africa to deny Afghanistan a series sweep! Not only have they salvaged pride, but this victory also gives them momentum heading into their upcoming series against Ireland. As for Afghanistan, they just couldn't turn up on the day. They had been dominant in the first two games, but in this match, they were anything but that. South Africa emerge victorious in the third and final ODI, but Afghanistan take the series with a 2-1 scoreline.
33.1
wd
Rahmanullah Gurbaz To Tristan Stubbs
WIDE! That's it! Rahmanullah Gurbaz comes into the attack and bowls the ball way outside the off stump. Tristan Stubbs reaches out to slap it away but misses. The keeper, Ikram Alikhil goes up in appeal for caught behind but the umpire signals a wide. South Africa win by seven wickets to avoid a series whitewash!
Over 33 : 169/3
12 Runs
  • 432.1
  • 132.2
  • 632.3
  • 032.4
  • 132.5
  • 032.6
A. Markram
69 (67)
T. Stubbs
26 (42)
N. Zadran
5-0-45-0
32.6
0
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram plays a beautiful cover drive to a delivery outside the off stump and finds the fielder. No run taken and the match moves on to the next over with South Africa needing 1 run to win.
32.5
1
Naveed Zadran To Tristan Stubbs
Fuller on the stumps and Tristan Stubbs drives it to mid on and sets off for a quick single. Scores are level!
32.4
0
Naveed Zadran To Tristan Stubbs
Full and on the stumps. Tristan Stubbs goes for the drive but gets an inside edge to short mid-wicket.
32.3
6
Naveed Zadran To Tristan Stubbs
SIX! Good hit! Naveed Zadran bangs it short at the batter with pace and Tristan Stubbs stands ready and pulls the ball flat and over the head of deep square leg fielder for a superb six. South Africa 2 runs away!
32.2
1
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
Good length delivery angling on the stumps. Aiden Markram nudges it to mid-wicket for a run.
32.1
4
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
FOUR! Aiden Markram at his very best! Gets his weight on the front foot and creams the ball through covers for a superb boundary. Naveed Zadran pitches the ball up outside the off stump and gets punished. South Africa need 9 runs for victory.
Over 32 : 157/3
2 Runs
  • 131.1
  • 031.2
  • 031.3
  • 131.4
  • 031.5
  • 031.6
T. Stubbs
19 (39)
A. Markram
64 (64)
F. Ahmad
7-1-17-1
31.6
0
Fareed Ahmad To Tristan Stubbs
Another good length delivery on top of the stumps. Tristan Stubbs manages to block it well back to the bowler to end the over.
31.5
0
Fareed Ahmad To Tristan Stubbs
Bowls on a very good length from around the wicket. Tristan Stubbs stays on the crease and gives it respect.
31.4
1
Fareed Ahmad To Aiden Markram
Slower ball from a good length on top of the stumps. Aiden Markram flicks it to the left of mid-wicket for a single. South Africa need 13 runs more to win the match.
31.3
0
Fareed Ahmad To Aiden Markram
Fuller on the off stump from around the wicket. Aiden Markram takes the front foot out and drives it to covers.
31.2
0
Fareed Ahmad To Aiden Markram
Holds the length back on top of the stumps. Aiden Markram stands tall on the crease and taps it back to the bowler.
31.1
1
Fareed Ahmad To Tristan Stubbs
Short and wide outside the off stump. Tristan Stubbs thumps it to sweeper covers for a run this time.
Over 31 : 155/3
12 Runs
  • 230.1
  • 230.2
  • 130.3
  • 130.4
  • 230.5
  • 430.6
A. Markram
63 (61)
T. Stubbs
18 (36)
N. Zadran
4-0-33-0
30.6
4
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
FOUR! Streaky! South Africa inching closer with every run! Aiden Markram gets a lucky boundary! Naveed Zadran bangs it short at the batter with pace and Aiden Markram goes for a pull shot but gets it off the gloves and it flies to the left of the keeper and goes to the fine leg boundary.
30.5
2
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
Fuller this time outside off. Aiden Markram punches the ball in front of sweeper covers once again and takes another couple with ease.
30.4
1
Naveed Zadran To Tristan Stubbs
Drops the length back at the batter. Tristan Stubbs flicks the ball to fine leg and takes a run.
30.3
1
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
Bowls on a good length on top of the off stump. Aiden Markram launches the ball up and over mid off and runs a single as he does not manage to time it well.
30.2
2
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
Length delivery nipping into the stumps. Aiden Markram whips it using his wrists to deep mid-wicket for a couple of runs.
30.1
2
Naveed Zadran To Aiden Markram
Runs in from around the wicket and pitches the ball on a good length outside the off stump. Aiden Markram takes the front foot out and drives the ball to the right of sweeper covers for a couple.
Over 30 : 143/3
1 Runs
  • 129.1
  • 029.2
  • 029.3
  • 029.4
  • 029.5
  • 029.6
T. Stubbs
17 (35)
A. Markram
52 (56)
F. Ahmad
6-1-15-1
29.6
0
Fareed Ahmad To Tristan Stubbs
On the off-stump line, on a good length, Tristan Stubbs defends it right under his eyes.
29.5
0
Fareed Ahmad To Tristan Stubbs
Angling in, on a good length, on middle, Tristan Stubbs turns it to mid-wicket.
Full Commentary
33 OV
12 Runs
N. Zadran to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 432.1
  • 132.2
  • 632.3
  • 032.4
  • 132.5
  • 032.6
32 OV
2 Runs
F. Ahmad to T. Stubbs A. Markram
  • 131.1
  • 031.2
  • 031.3
  • 131.4
  • 031.5
  • 031.6
31 OV
12 Runs
N. Zadran to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 230.1
  • 230.2
  • 130.3
  • 130.4
  • 230.5
  • 430.6
30 OV
1 Runs
F. Ahmad to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 129.1
  • 029.2
  • 029.3
  • 029.4
  • 029.5
  • 029.6
29 OV
9 Runs
N. Kharote to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 028.1
  • 028.2
  • 628.3
  • 128.4
  • 128.5
  • 128.6
28 OV
14 Runs
M. Nabi to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 627.1
  • 1 WD 27.2
  • 027.2
  • 027.3
  • 627.4
  • 127.5
  • 027.6
27 OV
4 Runs
N. Kharote to T. Stubbs A. Markram
  • 126.1
  • 026.2
  • 126.3
  • 1 LB 26.4
  • 026.5
  • 126.6
26 OV
5 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to T. Stubbs A. Markram
  • 125.1
  • 025.2
  • 125.3
  • 125.4
  • 125.5
  • 125.6
25 OV
6 Runs
F. Ahmad to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 124.1
  • 024.2
  • 424.3
  • 024.4
  • 124.5
  • 024.6
24 OV
5 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 023.1
  • 123.2
  • 123.3
  • 123.4
  • 123.5
  • 123.6
23 OV
3 Runs
F. Ahmad to T. Stubbs A. Markram
  • 122.1
  • 122.2
  • 022.3
  • 022.4
  • 1 WD 22.5
  • 022.5
  • 022.6
22 OV
10 Runs
N. Kharote to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 021.1
  • 021.2
  • 421.3
  • 421.4
  • 121.5
  • 121.6
21 OV
0 Runs
F. Ahmad to T. Stubbs
  • 020.1
  • 020.2
  • 020.3
  • 020.4
  • 020.5
  • 020.6
20 OV
4 Runs
N. Kharote to A. Markram T. Stubbs
  • 119.1
  • 019.2
  • 119.3
  • 119.4
  • 119.5
  • 019.6
19 OV
2 Runs
F. Ahmad to R. Hendricks T. Stubbs A. Markram
  • W 18.1
  • 018.2
  • 118.3
  • 018.4
  • 018.5
  • 118.6
18 OV
5 Runs
M. Nabi to R. Hendricks A. Markram
  • 017.1
  • 117.2
  • 117.3
  • 217.4
  • 117.5
  • 017.6
17 OV
2 Runs
N. Kharote to A. Markram R. Hendricks
  • 016.1
  • 016.2
  • 016.3
  • 116.4
  • 116.5
  • 016.6
16 OV
3 Runs
M. Nabi to A. Markram R. Hendricks
  • 115.1
  • 015.2
  • 115.3
  • 015.4
  • 015.5
  • 115.6
15 OV
3 Runs
N. Kharote to A. Markram R. Hendricks
  • 014.1
  • 114.2
  • 114.3
  • 014.4
  • 114.5
  • 014.6
14 OV
2 Runs
M. Nabi to R. Hendricks A. Markram
  • 013.1
  • 113.2
  • 013.3
  • 113.4
  • 013.5
  • 013.6
13 OV
3 Runs
F. Ahmad to R. Hendricks A. Markram
  • 012.1
  • 012.2
  • 112.3
  • 012.4
  • 212.5
  • 012.6
12 OV
4 Runs
M. Nabi to de Zorzi R. Hendricks
  • 111.1
  • 111.2
  • 111.3
  • 111.4
  • 011.5
  • W 11.6
11 OV
12 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to R. Hendricks de Zorzi
  • 110.1
  • 110.2
  • 110.3
  • 010.4
  • 1 NB 10.5
  • 610.5
  • 1 WD 10.6
  • 110.6
10 OV
2 Runs
M. Nabi to de Zorzi R. Hendricks
  • 19.1
  • 09.2
  • 09.3
  • 09.4
  • 09.5
  • 19.6
9 OV
4 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to T. Bavuma R. Hendricks
  • W 8.1
  • 08.2
  • 08.3
  • 08.4
  • 48.5
  • 08.6
8 OV
3 Runs
M. Nabi to T. Bavuma de Zorzi
  • 17.1
  • 07.2
  • 17.3
  • 07.4
  • 17.5
  • 07.6
7 OV
9 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to T. Bavuma
  • 06.1
  • 46.2
  • 06.3
  • 46.4
  • 06.5
  • 16.6
6 OV
4 Runs
M. Nabi to de Zorzi
  • 05.1
  • 05.2
  • 05.3
  • 45.4
  • 05.5
  • 05.6
5 OV
9 Runs
N. Zadran to de Zorzi T. Bavuma
  • 44.1
  • 04.2
  • 14.3
  • 44.4
  • 04.5
  • 04.6
4 OV
2 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to T. Bavuma
  • 23.1
  • 03.2
  • 03.3
  • 03.4
  • 03.5
  • 03.6
3 OV
10 Runs
N. Zadran to T. Bavuma de Zorzi
  • 22.1
  • 12.2
  • 22.3
  • 02.4
  • 02.5
  • 3 WD 2.6
  • 22.6
2 OV
1 Runs
AM Ghazanfar to T. Bavuma de Zorzi
  • 01.1
  • 01.2
  • 01.3
  • 01.4
  • 11.5
  • 01.6
1 OV
2 Runs
N. Zadran to de Zorzi T. Bavuma
  • 00.1
  • 00.2
  • 00.3
  • 10.4
  • 00.5
  • 10.6
Match Info
  • Venue Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
  • Weather Clear
  • Toss Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bat
  • Result South Africa beat Afghanistan by 7 wickets
  • Player of the Match Rahmanullah Gurbaz
  • Player of the Series Rahmanullah Gurbaz
  • Umpire Izatullah Safi (AFG), Langton Rusere (ZIM) and Ahmed Shah Pakteen (AFG)
  • Referee Sir Richie Richardson (WI)
Match Notes
  • Innings Break: Afghanistan 169/10 in 34.0 overs
  • Afghanistan 152/8 in 29.6 overs
  • Afghanistan 132/6: M Nabi c K Verreynne b B Fortuin 5(13)
  • Referral 2 (26.4 ovs): SA against M Nabi (caught) Successful (AFG: 1, SA: 2)
  • Afghanistan 101/4 in 19.1 overs
  • Drinks: Afghanistan 74/3 in 15.1 overs
  • R Gurbaz 6th ODI fifty: 50 runs in 47 balls (5x4) (2x6)
  • Afghanistan 52/2 in 12.1 overs
  • Power play 1 (1-10): Afghanistan 38/2
  • Afghanistan 27/1: A Malik lbw b L Ngidi 9(19)
  • Referral 1 (6.3 ovs): A Malik against SA (LBW) Unsuccessful (AFG: 1, SA: 2)
  • Abdul Malik makes his ODI debut for Afghanistan
  • South Africa 151/3 in 30.5 overs
  • Referral 3 (29.2 ovs): T Stubbs against AFG (LBW) Successful (SA: 2, AFG: 1)
  • A Markram 11th ODI fifty: 50 runs in 54 balls (2x4) (3x6)
  • 4th wkt Partnership: 50 off 57 balls between A Markram (33) and T Stubbs (16)
  • South Africa 100/3 in 23.2 overs
  • Drinks: South Africa 75/2 in 17.0 overs
  • Referral 2 (16.2 ovs): AFG against A Markram (LBW) Unsuccessful (SA: 2, AFG: 1)
  • Power play 1 (1-10): South Africa 46/1
  • Referral 1 (9.3 ovs): AFG against R Hendricks (LBW) Unsuccessful (SA: 2, AFG: 2) (Retained)
  • T de Zorzi dropped on 15 by A Omarzai in 7.3 overs
  • T de Zorzi dropped on 15 by H Shahidi in 7.2 overs
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Player Runs Avg.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz AFG 194 64.66
Azmatullah Omarzai AFG 113 113.00
Aiden Markram SA 92 46.00
Tony de Zorzi SA 68 22.66
Temba Bavuma SA 60 30.00
Player Wickets Eco.
Rashid Khan AFG 7 2.80
AM Ghazanfar AFG 4 3.68
Lungi Ngidi SA 4 3.90
Nangeyalia Kharote AFG 4 4.21
Fazalhaq Farooqi AFG 4 4.81
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