Afghanistan battle out against South Africa in the first of three match ODI series on Wednesday, September 18th at 5:30 PM IST. The match will be played at Sharjah International Stadium. For those interested in placing bets, this AFG vs SA betting tips guide offers valuable insights and analysis to help you make informed decisions for this exciting contest.
AFG vs SA Betting Odds
AFG vs SA Betting Tips
Match Winner – Though the odds favour South Africa to win, we back the home team Afghanistan to win the match.
Match Total – Total match score over 498.5 runs @ 1.83 (1XBET)
Player Props
- Reeza Hendricks total runs over 24.5 runs @ 1.85 (1XBET)
- Tristan Stubbs total runs over 22.5 runs @ 1.85 (1XBET)
AFG vs SA Preview
An iconic series is about to unfold as Afghanistan plays host to South Africa in their first-ever bilateral series. With the focus on the upcoming Champions Trophy in 2025, both teams are beginning their preparations for this marquee event.
The Proteas enter the series after a recent 2-1 ODI series loss to India at home. However, their record at Sharjah is impressive, with 10 wins in 12 matches played at this venue, their last victory coming in 2013. South Africa also introduces fresh faces as senior pros David Miller, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, and Anrich Nortje, all part of the CPL, have made themselves unavailable for the series. Additionally, Heinrich Klaasen is missing due to personal reasons.
Afghanistan, on the other hand, feels much more at home in Sharjah, having played 25 ODIs there and winning 16. The good news for Afghanistan is the return of their star spinner, Rashid Khan. However, Mujeeb ur Rahman will be absent due to a finger injury, and Ibrahim Zadran is also ruled out with an ankle sprain.
Probable Playing XI
| Afghanistan | South Africa |
| Hashmatullah Shahidi (c) | Tenda Bavuma (C) |
| Darwish Rasooli | Aiden Markaram |
| Rahmat Shah | Reeza Hendricks |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Tony de Zorzi |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Tristan Stubbs |
| Mohammad Nabi | Kyle Verreynee(wk) |
| Gulbadin Naib | Andile Phehlukwayo |
| Rashid Khan | Lungi Ngidi |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | Bjorn Fortuin |
| Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar | Nandre Burger |
| Farid Ahmad Malik | Lizaad Williams |
Pitch Report
The Sharjah pitch is typically flat and hard, favoring batsmen. Spinners may gain more assistance as the match progresses, while pacers might find some initial help. Expect sunny skies and comfortable temperatures around 33°C during the day and 25°C at night, with low humidity, ensuring ideal conditions for uninterrupted play.
Toss Predictions: Winning the toss is crucial at Sharjah. Teams are likely to bat first to exploit the favorable early conditions. Setting a strong total is advantageous as the pitch may slow down, making run-chases tougher.
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