Afghanistan (AFG) and South Africa (SA) are set to face off in the second ODI of their ongoing series at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday, September 20. Afghanistan made history by winning the first ODI, marking their first-ever victory over South Africa in any format.


The Proteas will be eager to bounce back and level the series after a disappointing performance in the opening match, where they were bowled out for just 106 runs. South Africa will be aiming for a much stronger showing to avoid a repeat of their earlier struggles.

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**Match Details**  

- **Match**: Afghanistan vs South Africa, 2nd ODI  

- **Venue**: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah  

- **Date & Time**: Friday, September 20, 5:30 PM IST  

- **Live Broadcast & Streaming**: FanCode (app and website), Euro Sport  


**Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Report**  

The surface at Sharjah Cricket Stadium generally favors the batters, often resulting in high-scoring games. However, given the outcome of the first ODI, where both teams struggled, the batters may find it challenging once again in this fixture.

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**Afghanistan vs South Africa, 2nd ODI Preview**


Afghanistan (AFG) and South Africa (SA) will face off in the second ODI of their series at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday, September 20. Afghanistan secured a historic win in the first ODI, marking their first-ever victory against South Africa in any format.


South Africa will be eager to bounce back and level the series after a disappointing performance where they were bowled out for just 106 runs. They will aim for a much-improved display to avoid a series loss.


**Match Details**  

- **Match**: Afghanistan vs South Africa, 2nd ODI  

- **Venue**: Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah  

- **Date & Time**: Friday, September 20, 5:30 PM IST  

- **Live Broadcast & Streaming**: FanCode (app and website), Euro Sport  


**Pitch Report**  

The pitch at Sharjah Cricket Stadium generally favors the batters, often leading to high-scoring encounters. However, based on the low-scoring first ODI, it’s likely the batters may face challenges again in this match.


**Head-to-Head Record**  

- **Matches Played**: 03  

- **Afghanistan Wins**: 01  

- **South Africa Wins**: 02  

- **No Result**: 00  

- **First Fixture**: 15/06/19  

- **Most Recent Fixture**: 18/09/24  


**Probable Playing XIs**  


**Afghanistan (AFG):**  

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Riaz Hassan, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (C), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Nangyal Kharote  


**South Africa (SA):**  

Tony de Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, Temba Bavuma (C), Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne (WK), Wiaan Mulder, Bjorn Fortuin, Nandre Burger, Ottneil Baartman, Lungi Ngidi  


**Top Performers Prediction**


- **Best Batter**: Azmatullah Omarzai  

Afghanistan’s Azmatullah Omarzai has been in excellent form, scoring 477 runs in his last 10 matches. He will look to continue his fine run and provide crucial runs for his side.  


- **Best Bowler**: Fazalhaq Farooqi  

Fazalhaq Farooqi was the standout bowler in the first ODI, taking four wickets for 35 runs in seven overs. Afghanistan will rely on him to deliver another game-changing spell.  


**Match Prediction**:  

- **Scenario 1**: If Afghanistan wins the toss and bats first:  

   - **Powerplay Score**: 45-55  

   - **Total Score**: 235-245  

   - **Afghanistan wins**  


- **Scenario 2**: If South Africa wins the toss and bats first:  

   - **Powerplay Score**: 50-60  

   - **Total Score**: 250-260  

   - **South Africa wins**


**Disclaimer**: This prediction is based on the author’s analysis. Please consider all factors and make your own informed decisions.