The 13th match of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 will see South Africa facing Afghanistan at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with the action beginning at 11:00 AM.

Aiden Markram’s Proteas are riding high after a clinical 57-run triumph over Canada. They are confident, considering the fact they will all their matches in Ahmedabad. They’ll aim to use their knowledge to keep the momentum rolling.

Afghanistan started strongly against New Zealand but faltered in the end, falling to a five-wicket loss as Tim Seifert guided the Kiwis home. They’ll be determined to bounce back from the defeat and put up a solid challenge against South Africa.

SA vs AFG Match Details

SA vs AFG head-to-head records in T20I

Pitch Report

This pitch is set to offer a fair challenge to both batters and bowlers. The early phase will see the batters focusing on building partnerships. As the innings progress, though, they will look to accelerate. The bowling team could find it tough, as the vast outfield could hinder wicket-taking opportunities.

SA vs AFG Probable Best Performers

Key batter to watch out for: Aiden Markram

Aiden Markram will be one to watch in South Africa’s next game against Afghanistan. The Proteas’ skipper took charge in their previous outing against Canada, blasting 59 runs off 32 balls at an explosive strike rate of 184.37. As the leading run-scorer for his side in the tournament so far, Markram could prove a nightmare for Afghanistan’s bowlers if he gets going.

Key bowler to watch out for: Rashid Khan

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan will be looking to make a mark against South Africa. Despite taking only one wicket in his last outing, Rashid’s experience and knowledge of the Ahmedabad pitch will be key as he looks to trouble the Proteas’ batting line-up.

SA vs AFG Match Prediction ICC T20 World Cup 2026

South Africa are expected to come out on top, but Afghanistan could pose a tough challenge, especially if their spinners can break through rivals’ top order early. While South Africa’s all-round strength in both batting and bowling gives them the upper hand, Afghanistan will be determined to make an impact, aiming to prove themselves and give the Proteas a tough fight.

SA vs AFG Probable XIs

South Africa:Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock (w), David Miller, Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Lungi Ngidi

Afghanistan:Rahmanullah Gurbaz (w), Azmatullah Omarzai, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Gulbadin Naib, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (c), Ziaur Rahman Sharifi

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