Mon Sep 23 05:10:57 UTC 2024: ## South Africa Clinches Series After Defeating Afghanistan in Third ODI
**Sharjah, UAE:** South Africa secured a 2-0 series victory over Afghanistan in the third ODI of the three-match series, played at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on [Date].
Afghanistan, batting first, were bundled out for 169 runs in 34 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz top-scored with 89 runs, while Lungi Ngidi was the pick of the South African bowlers, taking 6 wickets for 22 runs.
In reply, South Africa chased down the target with 7 wickets to spare, reaching 170 in 33 overs. Aiden Markram led the chase with a well-crafted 69, while Tristan Stubbs contributed 26 runs.
The key to South Africa’s victory was the disciplined bowling of the South African bowlers, who kept Afghanistan’s batting in check throughout the innings. Notably, Farid Ahmad took 7 wickets for 17 runs, proving to be a thorn in the side of the Afghan batsmen.
This win marks a successful tour for South Africa, who now head home with a series victory in their bag.
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