The Afghanistan and South Africa ODI series in 2024 is set to be an exciting contest as both teams prepare to face off in a three-match series.
The AFG vs SA ODI series is scheduled to take place from September 18 to September 22, 2024, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the UAE, this series marks a significant milestone for Afghanistan as they host South Africa for the first time in ODI history.
The Afghanistan Cricket Board has announced a strong squad for the series, led by Hashmatullah Shahidi as captain and Rahmat Shah as vice-captain.
However, the team will be without key players Ibrahim Zadran and Mujeeb Ur Rahman due to injuries.
The South African team, captained by Temba Bavuma, features a blend of experienced players and newcomers.
The squad includes notable names such as Quinton de Kock, David Miller, and Kagiso Rabada.
Afghanistan vs South Africa ODI Match Schedule
The series will consist of three ODIs, all held at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium:
- AFG vs SA 1st ODI: September 18, 2024
- AFG vs SA 2nd ODI: September 20, 2024
- AFG vs SA 3rd ODI: September 22, 2024
Afghanistan vs South Africa 2024 ODI Squads
Afghanistan Squad: Darwish Rasooli, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Riaz Hassan, Bilal Sami, Rahmat Shah, Abdul Malik, Mohammad Nabi, Nangeyalia Kharote, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ikram Alikhil, Naveed Zadran, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Allah Ghazanfar
South Africa Squad: Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram, Jason Smith, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Nandre Burger, Ottneil Baartman, Lungi Ngidi, Bjorn Fortuin, Lizaad Williams, Nqaba Peter, Andile Simelane
