The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 features a Group B match between Afghanistan and South Africa today, February 21, 2025, at the National Stadium in Karachi. The match is scheduled to begin at 2:30 PM local time (3:00 PM in Dhaka).
Live Streaming and Broadcast:
Television: In Bangladesh, the match will be broadcast live on Star Sports and Sports 18 channels.
Online Streaming: Viewers can stream the match live on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.
Match Preview: Afghanistan enters the tournament with strong momentum, having won eight of their last ten completed ODIs, including a 2-1 series victory over South Africa in Sharjah in September 2024. South Africa, on the other hand, has faced challenges recently, with six consecutive ODI losses. However, the return of key players from franchise T20 commitments bolsters their squad for this crucial encounter.
Squads:
Afghanistan: Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Noor Ahmad, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Ikram Alikhil, Naveed Zadran, Nangeyalia Kharote.
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Corbin Bosch.
Pitch and Weather Conditions: The National Stadium in Karachi is known for its batting-friendly pitch, with recent matches seeing high scores. The average first-innings score is around 240, but teams have recently achieved totals exceeding 300. The weather forecast indicates clear skies with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C, providing ideal conditions for cricket.
This match marks Afghanistan's debut in the Champions Trophy, and they will be eager to make a strong impression. South Africa aims to leverage their experience and return to winning ways. Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting contest between these two competitive sides.
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