Afghanistan’s cricketers made history by sealing a one-day international series win against South Africa with a 177-run victory in Sharjah. Rahmanullah Gurbaz scored an impressive 105 as Afghanistan posted 311-4, with this being his seventh century in his ODI career, making him the first Afghanistan player to achieve this milestone. This victory came just two days after winning the series opener against the Proteas.
The Afghan bowlers also delivered a strong performance, with Rashid Khan taking 5-19 and Nangeyalia Kharote claiming 4-26 to bowl out South Africa for 134. Captain Temba Bavuma was the top scorer for the tourists with 38 runs, but the team lost their last seven wickets for just 31 runs.
Afghanistan’s domination was evident in both their batting and bowling performances during the match. The opening partnership of Gurbaz and Riaz Hassan set the tone for the innings, with Gurbaz eventually reaching his century before being dismissed for 105. Rahmat Shah also contributed with a half-century, and Azmatullah Omarzai’s quickfire 86 not out ensured a challenging chase for South Africa.
This victory marks a significant milestone for Afghanistan’s cricket team, showcasing their strength and talent on the international stage. The team’s success is a testament to their hard work and dedication, with this series win against South Africa being a memorable achievement for Afghan cricket.
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