By Zainab Shafiq 
Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B
National Stadium, Karachi
Match starts at Feb 21, PST 2:00 PM
09:00 AM GMT / 02:00 PM LOCAL
Champions Trophy 2025 Match 3 Preview
This is set to be a battle between the mighty Proteas and the debuting underdogs, who have taken the cricketing world by storm with their talented squad.
Afghanistan might be playing their first-ever Champions Trophy, but they enter the tournament with great form in ODI cricket. Led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, the team has won its last four ODI series, including a 2-1 victory against South Africa. This recent success gives them confidence as they take on one of the strongest teams in world cricket.
South Africa, despite being favorites, have struggled in recent ODI outings. The team has been plagued by injuries and ended the recent Tri-series on a disastrous note, failing to win a single match. While they were T20 World Cup 2024 finalists, their ODI form hasn’t been the same, meaning they’ll be under pressure heading into this crucial clash.
Champions Trophy 2025 AFG vs SA Pitch & Weather Report
The National Stadium in Karachi is known for batting-friendly conditions, with a flat surface that offers little assistance to pacers early on. As the match progresses, spinners will come into play, and chasing teams often find an advantage under the lights.
The weather in Karachi on February 21, 2025, is expected to be hot and dry, with temperatures ranging between 18°C and 30°C. No rain is predicted, ensuring an uninterrupted game with ideal cricketing conditions.
Champions Trophy 2025 AFG vs SA Predicted XI
Afghanistan: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Amatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi.
Champions Trophy 2025 Match 3 Dream11 Team
Wicketkeeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Heinrich Klaasen
Batters: Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Ibrahim Zadran
All-rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram (c)
Bowlers: Rashid Khan (vc), Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
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