AFG vs SA 2nd ODI: Afghanistan aims for a historic series win! Match details, weather forecast, playing XIs & live streaming info. Can SA level the series?
The second ODI between Afghanistan and South Africa is scheduled to take place on Friday, September 20th at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Riding on the back of an impressive six-wicket victory in the first ODI, Afghanistan will be more than just reaching for history as they seek to win their first ever series against South Africa in any format. Looking to hold a 1-0 lead in the three match series, they will look to produce another memorable performance.
Match Details: AFG vs SA 2nd ODI
Series: South Africa Tour of Afghanistan 2024 - Bilateral ODI Series
Venue: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah
Date: Friday, September 20
Start Time: 5:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: Available on FanCode App and Website
Sharjah Weather Forecast for AFG vs SA 2nd ODI
Sharjah’s weather conditions are expected to be favorable for cricket. There are minimal chances of rain on match day, with the temperature hovering around 31°C. The humidity level will be around 79%, which could make conditions challenging for players, especially in the evening. The wind speed at the venue is predicted to be around 8 km/h, which may offer some assistance to the bowlers.
Afghanistan's Historic Win in the 1st ODI
Afghanistan shocked South Africa in the first ODI by bowling them out for a mere 106 runs. It was a clinical display under the umbrella of Fazalhaq Farooqi, who took four crucial wickets, and young spinner Allah Ghazanfar also making his mark with three wickets. Afghanistan chased the target quite comfortably, losing just four wickets in the process.
It is thus a huge triumph for Afghanistan as the first ever victory of the country against South Africa at any level of the game. It is a far greater milestone in the history of cricket at the country. Confidence and momentum from the win will form Afghanistan's expectations at the second one-day international match, wherein a victory will leave them with an unassailable 2-0 lead over the series.
AFG vs SA 2nd ODI: Key Players to Watch
Allah Ghazanfar (Afghanistan): This lad has emerged an overnight sensation with three wickets at only 18 years of age. The Sharjah pitch does turn a bit, and Ghazanfar's clever spins may create more trouble for South African batsmen.
Reeza Hendricks (South Africa): Hendricks looked promising in the first match but could not capitalize on the good start he received. He has to anchor the innings and set up a stable base for South Africa.
Predicted Playing XIs for AFG vs SA 2nd ODI
Afghanistan:
South Africa:
AFG vs SA: Head-to-Head in ODIs
Total Matches Played: 3
Afghanistan Wins: 1
South Africa Wins: 2
South Africa vs. India, 2nd Test Match Prediction: Can South Africa Level the Series?
South Africa needs to come back from a stunning loss in the first ODI, and with their top-order stars Reeza Hendricks and Aiden Markram, they would play a big role. South African bowlers, along with firework potential in Lungi Ngidi, must come through and starve Afghan cricket of little scores by strokes.
However, a confident upbeat Afghanistan side shall not back down so easily. They have key players like Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Rashid Khan to play a big innings in sealing the series for Afghanistan.
Where to watch AFG vs SA 2nd ODI
The series, which marks Afghanistan's first ever to South Africa, will be action-packed as they look to create history and achieve their objective without missing a single beat with live action on the FanCode app and website.
