Afg vs Sa Live Cricket

Afghanistan v South Africa

Afghanistan is set to face South Africa in their opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Here are the key details:

Match Details:

• Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
• Time: 2:30 PM IST (9:00 AM GMT)
• Venue: National Stadium, Karachi

Team Overviews:

• Afghanistan:

  • Strengths: Renowned for their potent spin attack, featuring bowlers like Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, and Mohammad Nabi.
    Cricket Addictor
  • Recent Performance: Since the 2023 World Cup, Afghanistan has played 14 ODIs, securing 8 victories, including two notable wins against South Africa.
    Cricket.com

• South Africa:

  • Strengths: Boasts a robust batting lineup with experienced players such as David Miller, Rassie van der Dussen, and Temba Bavuma.
    The Times of India
  • Recent Performance: Despite a strong squad, South Africa has faced challenges in recent ICC tournaments and is eager to improve their record.
    The Guardian

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Prediction: While South Africa brings experience and a formidable batting lineup, Afghanistan's recent successes against them and their exceptional spin bowling attack could pose significant challenges. The outcome may hinge on how well South Africa's batsmen handle Afghanistan's spinners. Given these factors, the match is anticipated to be closely contested, with a slight edge to Afghanistan due to their recent head-to-head successes.

Broadcast Information:

• Live Streaming: The match will be streamed live on various platforms. For viewers in India, specific streaming details can be found here.
  Outlook India

This encounter promises to be an exciting start for both teams in the tournament.