SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Afghanistan defeated South Africa by 177 runs in the second ODI of the three-match series. The sub-continent nation has won the series 2-0.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz‘s 105 made him the first Afghan man to hit seven ODI hundreds.

Their strong total of 311-4 in sweltering heat was followed by South Africa being all out for 134 in the 35th over.

Leg-spinner Rashid Khan, who injured his hamstring while batting, celebrated his 26th birthday with 5-19 and left-arm spinner Nangeyalia Kharote claimed 4-26.

Afghanistan will eye a series sweep in the final ODI on Sunday.

“I had a hamstring (injury), but I tried my best to stay on the ground and do my best for the team,” Rashid said. “It was a great opportunity for us to win the series against a big team … I really enjoy youngsters like Kharote and (Allah) Ghazanfar, we share ideas with them. It was great to see youngsters coming up and showcasing talent on the big stage against South Africa.”

Gurbaz and then Azmatullah Omarzai laid the foundation for Afghanistan’s first 300-plus score against South Africa in an ODI.

Gurbaz and Rahmat Shah combined for a 101-run for the second wicket.

The 90s brought some nervy moments for Gurbaz. On 99, he played a maiden over from Bjorn Fortuin then swept Aiden Markram to square leg. He celebrated his century by making a heart shape with his hands and blew a kiss to his teammates in the dressing room.

Nandre Burger made the breakthrough when he bowled Gurbaz for 105 off 110 balls, including 10 boundaries and three sixes. But Gurbaz’s exit brought on Omarzai.

He hit an unbeaten 86 off 50 balls, while Shah added 50 off 66. Omarzai smashed six sixes and five fours as Afghanistan scored 93 runs in the last 10 overs.