Rashid Khan’s Spin Attack Faces South Africa’s Power-Hitters in a Crucial Group Stage Clash
February 21, 2025: The Champions Trophy 2025 continues as Afghanistan takes on South Africa in a much-anticipated encounter at the National Stadium, Karachi, on Friday, February 21. Afghanistan, known for its formidable spin attack led by Rashid Khan, will aim to outfox South Africa’s strong batting lineup. Meanwhile, the Proteas will look to dominate with their all-round firepower.
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🔹 Match: Afghanistan vs South Africa, Champions Trophy 2025
🔹 Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
🔹 Time: 2:30 PM IST (Toss at 2:00 PM IST)
🔹 Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
📡 Where to Watch AFG vs SA Live in India?
📺 TV Broadcast:
- Star Sports Network
- Sports18
💻 Live Streaming:
- JioHotstar app & website
🏏 AFG vs SA: Squad Breakdown
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🟢 Afghanistan Squad:
Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sediqullah Atal, Rahmat Shah, Ikram Alikhil, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Nangyal Kharoti, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Farid Malik, Naveed Zadran
Reserves: Darwish Rasooli, Bilal Sami
🟡 South Africa Squad:
Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs, Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosch
Travelling Reserve: Kwena Maphaka
🔥 Key Match Insights:
✅ Spin vs Pace: Afghanistan’s strength lies in their world-class spinners, while South Africa boasts a lethal pace attack.
✅ Afghanistan’s Batting Concerns: The team has struggled on batting-friendly pitches and will need a strong top-order performance.
✅ Proteas’ Batting Firepower: With the likes of David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, and Aiden Markram, South Africa will look to counter Afghanistan’s spin challenge.
Can Afghanistan’s spinners dominate South Africa, or will the Proteas’ powerful batting lineup prove too strong? Tune in to watch all the action LIVE!
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