Champions Trophy 2025: SA vs AFG Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, and Head-to-Head Stats
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 SA vs AFG Dream11 Prediction: South Africa will take on Afghanistan in the third match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Both teams are in Group B, along with England and Australia The match will be played at the National Stadium, Karachi on February 21, starting at 2:30 PM local time (IST).
South Africa is led by the star batter Temba Bavuma and Afghanistan is led by Hashmatullah Shahidi. Fans looking to build their Dream11 fantasy cricket team for the SA vs AFG match can check out fantasy tips, team news, and predictions below.
SA vs AFG Match Details
| Match | South Africa vs Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Date | 21st February |
| Time | 2:30 PM IST |
| Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Live Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioCinema & Hotstar (App & Website - India) |
| On-field Umpires | Rod Tucker, Alex Wharf |
| Third Umpire | Richard Kettleborough |
| Match Referee | Ranjan Madugalle |
SA vs AFG Weather Report
| Location | National Stadium, Karachi |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 33.˚7C |
| Weather Condition | Hazy sunshine |
| Humidity | 26% |
| Chance of Humidity | 6% |
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SA vs AFG Pitch Report
The National Stadium in Karachi is generally known to be a batting-friendly pitch. The pitch is expected to be even, giving both pacers and spinners a fair chance. Both teams might prefer chasing here.
- Bowling Assistance:
- 50% Pace Bowling
- 50% Spin Bowling
- Pitch Type:
- 65% Batting Pitch
- 35% Bowling Pitch
- Average Score: 270
AFG vs SA Head-to-Head records
| Team | Matches Played | Wins | Losses | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| South Africa | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Team Recent Form (Last 5 Matches):
Afghanistan:
Win, Win, Win, Loss, Win
South Africa:
Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss
SA vs AFG Predicted Playing XI
South Africa’s Predicted Playing XI:
Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj (vc), Wiaan Mulder, Kagiso Rabada.
Afghanistan’s Predicted Playing XI:
Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Farid Malik
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SA vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Team 1 for GL:
• WicketKeeper: Heinrich Klaasen, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Batsmen: Rassie van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma, Ibrahim Zadran
• All-rounders: Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, Azmatullah Omarzai
• Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad
SA vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Team 2 for SL:
• WicketKeeper: Heinrich Klaasen, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Batsmen: Temba Bavuma, Ibrahim Zadran, David Miller
• All-rounders: Marco Jansen, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi
• Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Keshav Maharaj
SA vs AFG Dream 11 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
►Captain: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Marco Jansen
►Vice-Captain: Temba Bavuma, Rashid Khan
►Top Picks: Kagiso Rabada, Azmatullah Omarzai
►Budget Picks: Ibrahim Zadran, Heinrich Klaasen
Disclaimer:
This team is based on the author's analysis and instincts. Please consider the points and make your own decisions.
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