South Africa vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup 2024 Semifinal Showdown: A Historic Clash on the Cards

South Africa and Afghanistan are set for a monumental showdown in the 2024 T20 World Cup semifinals, marking a historic moment for both teams. This clash will go down in history as Afghanistan’s first-ever appearance in an ICC showpiece event semifinal, while South Africa aims to overcome past cricketing challenges. The match is scheduled to take place at the iconic Brian Lara Stadium.

In terms of lineup, South Africa is expected to field a strong XI comprising players like Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, and Tabraiz Shamsi, while Afghanistan will rely on the likes of Rahmanullah Gurbaz and the dynamic leadership of Rashid Khan.

The pitch conditions at the Brian Lara Stadium have proven to favor bowlers, with low scores witnessed in previous matches. Noteworthy performances from teams like Papaua New Guinea, Uganda, and West Indies reflect the challenges both South Africa and Afghanistan may face on this pitch.

Both teams have previously met only twice in T20Is, with South Africa emerging victorious on both occasions in the 2010 and 2016 World Cups. However, this semifinal encounter promises to be a closely contested battle, with each side eyeing a spot in the final.

AccuWeather forecasts a mainly clear day with the possibility of a late-night thunderstorm, which could add an element of uncertainty to the match. Fans can catch the action live on Hotstar App or the Star Sports Network.