Afghanistan Vs South Africa: A Groundbreaking Victory for Afghanistan in 1st ODI
Afghanistan Vs South Africa: A Turning Point
The Afghanistan Cricket Team created history on Wednesday (September 18) at the Sharjah Cricket Ground after they defeated South Africa by six wickets in the first ODI of a three-match series. The Hasmatullah Shahidi-led outfit continued their incredible run of form in international cricket after impressive displays in the 2023 World Cup and 2024 T20 World Cup.
This result is the first time Afghanistan has beaten South Africa in any form of international cricket in the history of the sport. Previously, the two sides had faced each other five times (2 ODIs, 3 T20Is), with the Proteas emerging victorious on each occasion, including the 2024 T20 World Cup semi-final earlier this year.
India's Unique Record Against Afghanistan
With their victory over South Africa, Afghanistan have now beaten 11 of the 12 full member nations in international cricket. India remain the only team in the world (among full member nations) who are yet to lose a match against Afghanistan in any format of the game.
- India have played Afghanistan in one Test match, 4 ODIs, and 9 T20Is so far.
- Afghanistan have come close to beating India multiple times, sharing a tie in ODI and T20I encounters.
- Earlier this year, Afghanistan tied with India in a T20I, showcasing their competitive spirit.
Afghanistan's Impressive Journey
Afghanistan's first and only win over South Africa, New Zealand, England, and Australia all came within the last 12 months. They beat England in the 2023 Cricket World Cup and went on to defeat both New Zealand and Australia in the 2024 T20 World Cup.
Zimbabwe, Ireland, and Bangladesh are the only three teams Afghanistan have beaten in all three formats of the game, while they hold a significant record of three T20I and one ODI win over Pakistan. Their recent upsurge in performance has made them a force to reckon with in international cricket.
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