AFG vs SA Predictions – 3rd ODI – 22/09/2024
South Africa hope to avoid whitewash after Afghanistan clinched the series
Having clinched the series with an unassailable 2-0 lead, Afghanistan will take on South Africa in the third and final ODI on September 22nd. The contest will take place at the same venue that is Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Sunday, with the match scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM IST.
Read on for our analysis for this 3rd ODI match.
AFG vs SA Prediction – 3rd ODI – Best Bets
Below are some of the best bets for this AFG vs SA 3rd ODI match.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz to be the top Afghanistan batter – Stake @ 3.85, BET HERE
Rahmanullah Gurbaz was magnificent in the previous game, scoring 105 off 110 balls. He has over 1500 runs in ODI cricket at an average of 38 with seven hundreds.
Rashid Khan over 45.5 performance points – 10cric @ 1.85, BET HERE
Rashid Khan picked two wickets in the first game and followed it up with 5 for 19. He has 190 wickets in ODIs at an economy of 4.21, with 11 instances of four or more wickets.
Temba Bavuma over 26.5 runs – Dafabet @ 1.85, BET HERE
Temba Bavuma was looking solid in the last match, scoring 38 off 47 balls. He has over 1500 runs in the fifty-over format at an average of 45.58 with five centuries and four half centuries.
Venue and Pitch Analysis
Sharjah Cricket Stadium is considered a well-balanced venue, offering support to both pacers and spinners. In the last eight ODIs played here, the average first innings score has been 246. The first two games of this series featured pitches that were slow and offered significant grip to the bowlers.
AFG vs SA Odds 3rd ODI
AFG vs SA Betting Bonus Offers 3rd ODI
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Head-to-Head Record AFG vs SA
There have been only four ODIs played between Afghanistan and South Africa, with both teams winning two games each.
Afghanistan
Afghanistan have pulled off an incredible feat by clinching their first ever bilateral series win against South Africa. Rahmanullah Gurbaz set the 177-run victory with an outstanding century while Azmatullah Omarzai hammered an unbeaten 86 off 50. Defending 311, Rashid Khan bowled a sensational spell of 5 for 19 with Nangeyalia Kharote bagging 4 for 26.
South Africa
Following a six-wicket defeat in the opening game, South Africa suffered another heavy defeat in the second game. Chasing a big total after a dismal performance from bowlers, their opening pair put on 73 runs but wickets started tumbling and South Africa were bowled out for just 134.
Where to Watch AFG vs SA 3rd 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
The team winning the toss has chosen to bat first in both the games of this series as they expect the pitch to get slower and more difficult for batting as the match progresses. It is likely that the captain winning the toss will opt to bat first in this contest.
AFG vs SA 3rd 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 should be clear and warm on Sunday afternoon and evening. It is unlikely to have any clouds or rain while the temperature is expected to hover around 30-35 degree Celsius.
Favourites to win the match – South Africa
South Africa have lost the first two games in the series but still remain favourites to win the third game as per the bookmakers. They have a 57% chance of win heading into this game.
Key matchup
Rashid Khan has bowled 31 deliveries against Aiden Markram in ODIs, conceding 15 runs and dismissing him twice.
