South Africa vs Afghanistan – 13th Match Group D
The 13th match of Group D in the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026 will see South Africa take on Afghanistan on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. The match is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM local time (5:30 AM GMT).
South Africa enter this contest with a world-class and dominant squad. Their batting lineup is led by Aiden Markram (c), Quinton de Kock, Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, providing a solid top order and explosive middle-order firepower. Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, and Jason Smith add depth and finishing ability.
In the bowling department, South Africa boast a lethal and varied attack featuring Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Corbin Bosch, offering both world-class pace and quality spin options perfectly suited to Indian conditions.
Afghanistan come into this match with a dangerous and confident unit. Their batting unit includes Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, providing strong partnerships and middle-order acceleration. Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, and Azmatullah Omarzai add depth and aggression.
Afghanistan’s bowling attack is led by Rashid Khan (c), Noor Ahmad, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mohammad Nabi, providing an exceptional mix of world-class spin and effective pace to challenge any batting lineup.
The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch in Ahmedabad typically offers good pace and bounce early on, assisting fast bowlers with some seam movement, while spinners get significant grip and turn as the match progresses on a dry surface. In day games, dew is usually minimal, allowing bowlers to maintain control throughout. Batters can play freely once set, and a first-innings total of around 160–185 is generally considered competitive at this venue in T20Is.
Expert Prediction: South Africa have 68% chance and Afghanistan have 32% winning chance.
Disclaimer: This video expresses the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.
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