AFG vs SA 1st ODI Predictions – 18/09/2024
Afghanistan hope to challenge a new-look South Africa in the 1st ODI at Sharjah
Afghanistan and South Africa are scheduled to play a three-match ODI series in the UAE, starting from September 18th. The first of the three games will take place at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, with the action kicking off at 5:30 PM IST.
Read on for our analysis for this 1st ODI match.
AFG vs SA Prediction – 1st ODI – Best Bets
Below are some of the best bets for this AFG vs SA 1st ODI match.
South Africa to win – Stake @ 1.52, BET HERE
South Africa have a stronger batting line-up with the likes of Temba Bavuma, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Tony de Zorzi, and Kyle Verreynne. In the bowling attack, they have Ottneil Baartman, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi, and Bjorn Fortuin.
South Africa to hit most sixes – 10cric @ 1.90, BET HERE
South Africa have more destructive batting unit with Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Reeza Hendricks and Wiaan Mulder can clear the boundary ropes with ease.
Tristan Stubbs over 21.5 runs – Dafabet @ 1.85, BET HERE
Tristan Stubbs has been in pretty good form with the bat in recent times. He has a good record in List A cricket at an average of 45, with two hundreds and six fifties.
Venue and Pitch Analysis
The pitches at Sharjah Cricket Stadium are generally pretty balanced as batters can get big scores but bowlers also have some assistance. The average first innings score at this ground in the last six ODIs reads 258.
AFG vs SA 1st ODI Odds
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Head-to-Head Record AFG vs SA
Afghanistan and South Africa have faced each other only twice in the fifty-over format, with the latter winning both games.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan last played ODI cricket in March, when they faced Ireland at Sharjah and won the three-match series by 2-0. Rahmanullah Gurbaz was the player of the series for his century and a half century in two games. Afghanistan will be without one of their key batters, Ibrahim Zadran, who was ruled out due to an injury.
South Africa
South Africa haven’t played any ODIs since December last year, when they had lost to India by 2-1. The Proteas are on this tour without several senior players such as Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje, which gives them a chance to try out young players.
Where to Watch AFG vs SA 1st ODI
Check out the details of where to watch the AFG vs SA match.
- Indian fans can watch the ODI series live on the FanCode application for INR 49 or get a match pass for INR 25.
- South African viewers can watch this match on Supersport.
- For people living in other regions, check with your local broadcasters and streaming services.
Toss Prediction
Sharjah is a venue where dew can be a factor in day-night matches, making chasing a better option. Expect the team winning the toss to field first in this game.
AFG vs SA 1st ODI – Key Points
Take a look at the weather forecast, key matchup and favourites to get a better picture of the match.
Weather conditions
The weather in Sharjah is expected to be clear and warm on Wednesday afternoon and evening. Rain should not be a concern while the temperature will hover between 28-34 degree Celsius.
Favourites to win the match – South Africa
The bookmakers have South Africa as strong favourites heading into this game despite having a slightly weakened squad. South Africa are amongst the top sides and have defeated Afghanistan in both clashes so far.
Key matchup
Aiden Markram has scored 7 runs from 12 deliveries against Rashid Khan in ODIs while getting dismissed once, and doesn’t have a good record in the T20 format as well.
