On June 26, Afghanistan vs South Africa, the first semi-final 1 of the T20 World Cup 2024, will take place at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad. The match is scheduled to start at 8:30 PM local time (12:30 AM GMT, June 27).
Afghanistan vs South Africa Match Preview
Fans are gearing up for a thrilling encounter as Afghanistan and South Africa prepare to clash in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2024 at the Brian Lara Stadium. Afghanistan’s journey to the semi-finals has been nothing short of remarkable, highlighted by a nail-biting eight-run victory over Bangladesh. Their tenacity and strategic prowess have earned them a spot among the tournament’s elite.
South Africa, meanwhile, secured their semi-final berth by defeating the West Indies by three wickets in a tense Super Eight match. Both teams are yet to clinch a World Cup trophy, adding extra significance to this high-stakes match. The winner will advance to the final, inching closer to making history. With both sides showcasing impressive form, this semi-final promises to be a gripping contest that could go either way.
Weather and Pitch Report for T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Final 1
The weather forecast for the evening indicates partly cloudy conditions with a few light to moderate showers possible. The temperature will be around 28°C, and there’s a low chance of heavy rain, so play is expected to proceed smoothly.
The pitch at Brian Lara Stadium is generally favourable for batters, offering good bounce and carry, which could lead to a high-scoring game if the weather cooperates.
What is the Predicted XI for Australia vs Afghanistan vs South Africa Semi-Final 1?
Here is the predicted XI for the AFG vs SA, T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final 1.
AFG: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan (C), Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Hazratullah Zazai
SA: Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock(w), Aiden Markram(c), Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi
How to Earn Fantasy Points? AFG vs SA Dream11 Team
Here is the AFG vs SA Dream11 team:
WK: Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batters: Najibullah Zadran, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller
All-rounders: Marco Jansen, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi
Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Rashid Khan (VC), Fazalhaq Farooqi
Where to Watch AFG vs SA? T20 World Cup 2024 Semi-Final 1 Live-Streaming
| LOCATION | TV CHANNELS | STREAMING SERVICES | SPECIAL FEATURES |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Network (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada) | Disney+ Hotstar | Indian Sign Language Feed, vertical feed for mobile |
| Pakistan | PTV, Ten Sports | Myco app, Tamasha app | |
| USA & Canada | WillowTV | ||
| West Indies | ESPN Caribbean | ESPN Play Caribbean app | |
| England | Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Action | SkyGO, NOW, Sky Sports App | |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video | ||
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | ||
| South Africa, Uganda, Namibia | SuperSport | SuperSport app | Available across South Africa and 52 Sub-Saharan African territories |
| UAE & MENA region | CricLife MAX, CricLife MAX2 | STARZPLAY | |
| Sri Lanka | TV1, Sirasa, Shakti TV | Maharaja TV website, ICC TV app | Sinhalese commentary for Sri Lanka matches |
| Continental Europe, South East Asia | ICC.tv, T20 World Cup app | Free streaming and ICC produced programs and highlights |
Also, see:
Live Stream Channels for T20 World Cup 2024 Semifinal 2: India vs England
