South Africa

Quinton de Kock (W)

Temba Bavuma (C)

Rassie van der Dussen

Aiden Markram

Heinrich Klaasen

David Miller

Andile Phehlukwayo

Gerald Coetzee

Keshav Maharaj

Kagiso Rabada

Lungi Ngidi

Afghanistan

Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Ibrahim Zadran

Rahmat Shah

Hashmatullah Shahidi (C)

Azmatullah Omarzai

Ikram Alikhil (W)

Mohammad Nabi

Rashid Khan

Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Noor Ahmad

Naveen-ul-Haq

Abdullah Ahmadzai

Abdul Malik

Afsar Khan Zazai

Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar

Said Bahir Shah Mehboob

Bashir Ahmad

Bilal Sami

Darwish Abdul Rasooli

Fareed Ahmad Malik

Farmanullah Safi

Fazalhaq Farooqi

Gulbadin Naib

Hashmatullah Shahidi

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai

Ikram Alikhil

Imran Mir

Ismat Alam

Karim Janat

Khalil Gurbaz

Mohammad Ishaq Shirzad

Mohammad Nabi Eisakhil

Nangeyalia Kharote Khan

Noor Ahmad Lakanwal

Qais Ahmad Kamawal

Rahmat Shah Zurmati

Rashid Khan Arman

Sediqullah Atal

Shahidullah Kamal

Sharafuddin Ashraf

Wafiullah Stanikzai Tarakhil

Mohammad Yamin Ahmadzai

Ziaur Rahman Sharifi

Zubaid Akbari

Aiden Kyle Markram

Andile Simelane

Anrich Arno Nortje

Connor Esterhuizen

Corbin Bosch

David Andrew Miller

Dewald Brevis

Dian Forrester

Donovan Ferreira

George Fredrik Linde

Gerald William Coetzee

Jason Franswyn Smith

Jordan Hermann

Keshav Athmanand Maharaj

Kwena Tshegofatso Maphaka

Lhuan-dre Gilbert Pretorius

Lungisani True-man Ngidi

Lubabalo Lutho Sipamla

Marco Jansen

Nqobani Mokoena

Ottneil Emile Graham Baartman

Prenelan Subrayen

Quinton de Kock

Reeza Raphael Hendricks

Rubin Andrew Hermann

Ryan David Rickelton

Tony de Zorzi

Tristan Stubbs

Pieter Willem Adriaan Mulder

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Right-arm-faster Naveen-ul-Haq, who began his international ODI career in 2016, has been a significant contributor to the Afghanistan cricket team.

Afghanistan's Naveen-ul-Haq (L) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of Australia's Travis Head during the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup one-day international (ODI) match between Australia and Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai 

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Star Afghanistan cricketer retires from ODIs at age 24 after team bows out of World Cup

Azmatullah Omarzai's unbeaten 97 propelled the team to a total of 244, a commendable effort even though South Africa clinched the match with a five-wicket win.&nbsp;

Hashmatullah Shahidi of Afghanistan leads their side out to field during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between Australia and Afghanistan at Wankhede Stadium on November 07, 2023 in Mumbai, India.

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'We gave a good message to the world...': Afghanistan captain Hasmatullah Shahidi brims with pride after World Cup campaign ends

In their last group match against South Africa, Afghanistan demonstrated commendable resilience. Choosing to bat first, they posted a respectable score of 244 runs in 50 overs.

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Irfan Pathan makes a big statement, snubs Pakistan to reveal his second best cricket team in Asia

South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma suffered a hamstring injury during World Cup clash against Afghanistan and is doubtful for the semifinal match against Australia.

South African players celebrate the dismissal of Afghanistan's Ikram Alikhil during their World Cup clash on November 10.

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Big Blow to South Africa, star player doubtful for World Cup semifinal against Australia

South Africa recorded their sixth win of the ongoing World Cup 2023 after beating Afghanistan by five wickets at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad on November 10.

South Africa's Rassie van der Dussen (left) celebrates his half century during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between South Africa and Afghanistan at Narendra Modi Stadium on November 10, 2023 in Ahmedabad, India. (Getty Images)

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SA vs AFG: South Africa push aside Afghanistan to end league campaign with close five-wicket to meet Australia in semis

Pakistan faces a daunting task to secure a spot in the World Cup 2023 semi-finals, needing a colossal win against England. Meanwhile, ICC share a lovely video for Diwali.

The Gateway of India all lit up for Diwali. (ICC)

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Watch: ICC shares video of potential semi-final between India, New Zealand despite Babar Azam's Pakistan having a slim chance

South African wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock has equalled the record for the most wicketkeeping dismissals in a World Cup match, joining the ranks of Adam Gilchrist and Sarfaraz Ahmed.

South Africa's star wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock in action during World Cup clash against Afghanistan on November 10. (Getty)

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SA vs AFG: Quinton de Kock emulates Adam Gilchrist's robust 20-year-old record against Afghanistan

Experience the comical brilliance of David Miller's juggling catch in the thrilling South Africa vs. Afghanistan match at the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

South African fielder David Miller attempting to take a catch during the World Cup match  against David Miller.

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Watch: 'Juggler' David Miller almost messes up a straightforward catch but fans laud South African for brilliant effort

Afghanistan have a lower net run rate than Pakistan and New Zealand, so they need to win by a large margin and hope that the other results go their way.&nbsp;

Temba Bavuma (L) and Hashmatullah Shahidi (R). 

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SA vs AFG: Afghanistan elects to bat; Tabraiz Shamsi and Marco Jansen rested as South Africa make two changes

After losing four games, Afghanistan will face South Africa in a must-win match at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on November 10. South Africa have won six matches out of 8.&nbsp;

South Africa have already qualified for the knockout stages of the tournament. (Getty)

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AFG vs SA Preview: South Africa lock horns with Afghanistan in their World Cup semifinal's dress rehearsal

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After witnessing Virat Kohli's heroic batting in IPL 2026 opener, Ambati Rayudu has asked the RCB superstar to return to red-ball cricket

Ambati Rayudu wants Virat Kohli to reverse his Test retirement

Rayudu's remark came after Kohli's phenomenal 69-run knock in RCB's win over SRH in IPL 2026 opener

Former RCB captain Virat Kohli in this frame. (Getty)

'Loss of Indian cricket': Ambati Rayudu's bold plea to Virat Kohli

MS Dhoni's latest injury update has further dented Chennai Super Kings' IPL 2026 campaign as the legendary wicketkeeper-batter will reportedly take more than two weeks to recover from calf strain

MS Dhoni is struggling with his calf strain amidst the ongoing IPL 2026

Reportedly, Dhoni will now miss the first 6 matches of the ongoing edition

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Worrisome update on Dhoni's injury, CSK legend to miss more matches in IPL 2026

Virat Kohli played an unbeaten 69 off 38 balls as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the opening clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. 

Virat Kohli scored 69 off 38 balls in IPL 2026 opener clash. 

RCB defeated SRH by six wickets in IPL 2026 opener. 

Virat Kohli celebrates after scoring a half-century (50 runs) during the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) T20 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium (Getty)

Ex-India star's social media post after RCB's one-sided win vs SRH goes viral

Virat Kohli played an unbeaten knock of 69 off 38 balls as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in the IPL 2026 opener clash. 

RCB defeated SRH by six wickets in IPL 2026.

Virat Kohli played an unbeaten knock of 69 off 38 balls in SRH vs RCB clash.

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Ravichandran Ashwin's blunt take on Virat Kohli's performance in IPL 2026

SRH’s bowlers came under pressure after failing to defend a total of 201 on a batting-friendly pitch against RCB. With Pat Cummins and Carse unavailable, the attack lacked firepower. 

SRH will now take KKR in their 2nd IPL 2026 clash. 

Sunrisers Hyderabad players celebrate after the dismissal in IPL match (Getty)

SRH shares crucial update on Brydon Carse's injury ahead of IPL 2026 tie vs KKR

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Casemiro eyes potential move to Inter Miami CF as transfer talks gain momentum amid strong form at Manchester United.

Fabrizio Romano reveals Inter Miami CF have submitted an official offer to sign Casemiro.

The Brazilian midfielder could reunite with Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, with financial terms set to decide the final move.

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Charles Leclerc stays unfazed after minor contact with Lewis Hamilton, securing another podium at the Japanese Grand Prix 2026.

Charles Leclerc thought he had a puncture after brief contact with Lewis Hamilton during their P3 battle.

Consistent run continues as the Scuderia Ferrari star claims second podium in three races and sits third in standings.

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Lewis Hamilton admits power issues cost him dearly as he slips from a podium start to P6 at the Japanese Grand Prix 2026.

Lewis Hamilton cites battery and power loss as key reason behind his drop to P6 at the Japanese Grand Prix 2026.

Despite starting P3, the Scuderia Ferrari driver struggled for pace and lost multiple positions in the latter stages of the race.

Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Scuderia Ferrari scoots in the pit laneduring the F1 Grand Prix of Japan at Suzuka Circuit on March 29, 2026 in Suzuka, Japan.

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Star Afghanistan cricketer retires from ODIs at age 24 after team bows out of World Cup

'We gave a good message to the world...': Afghanistan captain Hasmatullah Shahidi brims with pride after World Cup campaign ends

Irfan Pathan makes a big statement, snubs Pakistan to reveal his second best cricket team in Asia