Aiden Markram's unbeaten 69 leads South Africa to a seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the final cricket ODI, denying the latter a series sweep. Despite collapsing for the first time in the series and being bowled out for 169, Afghanistan still won the series 2-1. South Africa's inexperienced team finally found its footing in the series thanks to Markram's gritty 67-ball innings and disciplined bowling by Lungi Ngidi, Nqabayomzi Peter, and Andile Phehlukwayo.
Afghanistan Claims ODI Series Victory, South Africa Wins Final Match
In a thrilling cricket series, the Afghanistan national cricket team emerged victorious in the three-match ODI series against South Africa, despite losing the final match to the Proteas.
The series kicked off with Afghanistan winning the first two matches decisively, putting them in a dominant position. However, South Africa fought back with a determined performance in the final match, winning by a margin of seven wickets.
Aiden Markram's Heroics Secure South African Victory
South Africa's inexperienced team was led by the impressive Aiden Markram, who played a gritty 67-ball innings of 69 runs. His partnership with Rassie van der Dussen (29) proved crucial in chasing down Afghanistan's total of 169 runs.
Afghanistan's Collapse, South Africa's Discipline
Afghanistan's batting lineup, which had been a force throughout the series, collapsed in the final match, with only three players reaching double digits. The disciplined bowling of Lungi Ngidi, Nqabayomzi Peter, and Andile Phehlukwayo kept the Afghan batsmen at bay.
Rashid Khan's Dominance
Despite the loss in the final match, leg-spinner Rashid Khan continued to shine for Afghanistan. He picked up three wickets in the match, taking his series tally to an impressive eight wickets. Khan's leg spin and variations have been a constant threat to the opposition throughout the series.
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