NEW DELHI: South Africa are set to play Afghanistan in three One Day Internationals (ODIs) from 18 to 22 September at Sharjah Cricket Stadium . This series marks the first bilateral cricket series between the two nations outside of ICC tournaments.
Temba Bavuma , the regular captain for South Africa, will not participate due to illness, and Aiden Markram will lead the team in his absence.
Cricket South Africa 's decision to proceed with the series contrasts with Cricket Australia's recent action. Cricket Australia postponed its men's ODI series against Afghanistan in protest against the Taliban's policies, including the exclusion of women from participating in sports, cricket included.
South Africa and Afghanistan have only met twice before in ODIs, during the 2019 and 2023 World Cups. This series represents a step forward in the cricketing relationship between the nations, especially after their last meeting in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium is known for being favourable to batsmen, promising an exciting series. Both teams are looking to gain valuable ODI experience. Afghanistan view this as an opportunity to compete against a top-tier side, while South Africa aim to solidify their ODI rankings.
As the cricketing world watches, the South Africa-Afghanistan ODI series is expected to be competitive. The absence of Temba Bavuma might challenge South Africa, but the team will look to perform well. Afghanistan, meanwhile, hope to use this platform to make a significant impact on the international stage.
When to watch Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI match?
The first One Day International between Afghanistan and South Africa is scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM Indian Standard Time on Wednesday, 18 September, at Sharjah Cricket Ground.
Where to watch Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI match?
Unfortunately, the Afghanistan vs South Africa 1st ODI will not be broadcasted on television in India.
Where to live stream Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI match?
However, cricket enthusiasts in India can catch the live action of the Afghanistan vs South Africa 1st ODI by streaming it on the FanCode website or through their mobile application.
Temba Bavuma , the regular captain for South Africa, will not participate due to illness, and Aiden Markram will lead the team in his absence.
Cricket South Africa 's decision to proceed with the series contrasts with Cricket Australia's recent action. Cricket Australia postponed its men's ODI series against Afghanistan in protest against the Taliban's policies, including the exclusion of women from participating in sports, cricket included.
South Africa and Afghanistan have only met twice before in ODIs, during the 2019 and 2023 World Cups. This series represents a step forward in the cricketing relationship between the nations, especially after their last meeting in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 semi-finals.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium is known for being favourable to batsmen, promising an exciting series. Both teams are looking to gain valuable ODI experience. Afghanistan view this as an opportunity to compete against a top-tier side, while South Africa aim to solidify their ODI rankings.
As the cricketing world watches, the South Africa-Afghanistan ODI series is expected to be competitive. The absence of Temba Bavuma might challenge South Africa, but the team will look to perform well. Afghanistan, meanwhile, hope to use this platform to make a significant impact on the international stage.
When to watch Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI match?
The first One Day International between Afghanistan and South Africa is scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM Indian Standard Time on Wednesday, 18 September, at Sharjah Cricket Ground.
Where to watch Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI match?
Unfortunately, the Afghanistan vs South Africa 1st ODI will not be broadcasted on television in India.
Where to live stream Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI match?
However, cricket enthusiasts in India can catch the live action of the Afghanistan vs South Africa 1st ODI by streaming it on the FanCode website or through their mobile application.
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