AFG vs SA: The ICC T20 World Cup match between South Africa and Afghanistan is being played. This match is being played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and is being watched by all cricket fans. The picture of the teams in Group D will become much clearer today.
After their defeat against New Zealand, losing the match will be a huge blow for Afghanistan. This means that this match will clearly be a do-or-die affair for Afghanistan. Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bowl first at the Narendra Modi Stadium. South Africa will try to score a big total by batting first.
While Afghanistan’s bowling is sharp, their batting also has the ability to score. However, in Group D, South Africa leads the points table. Only eight teams from Group D will qualify for the Super 8.
Africa Tops Group D
South Africa holds the number one spot in Group D. They made history with a stellar performance against Canada, winning by 57 runs. Along with gaining two points in this match, their run rate also increased to 2.850. This is significantly better than other teams. The team also appears to be brimming with confidence.
On the other hand, after the defeat against New Zealand, Afghanistan’s net run rate is -1.162, and they have slipped to third place in the points table. In such a situation, a mere win will not be enough; a big victory will be needed to improve their net run rate and keep their Super 8 hopes alive.
Also, underestimating Afghanistan could prove to be a big mistake. Afghanistan has made even the most powerful teams struggle in recent years. Their bowling and aggressive batting can disrupt any team’s equation. South Africa is also well aware of this danger.
Expect a thrilling match.
This match between South Africa and Afghanistan is expected to be quite exciting. The eyes of the spectators will also be fixed on this high-voltage match. Both South Africa and Afghanistan will be hoping for victory at all costs. Batting first, the African team will want to score big at any cost.
For your information, 20 teams are participating in the ICC T20 World Cup this year. All eyes are on the ICC title. The tournament is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
South Africa squad
Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi.
Afghanistan squad
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Gulbadin Naib, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli,
Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad,
Fazalhaq Farooqi.