The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 moves forward with an exciting Group D match as South Africa face Afghanistan in the 13th game of the tournament. The match will take place on February 11 at the famous Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
South Africa will enter this match having won the 1st match against Canada. Afghanistan, however, lost its first match and will look to register the 1st win of the tournament.
South Africa looks like the favourite due to their squad strength and head-to-head record, but Afghanistan’s spin attack and recent surprise wins make them a serious threat. Read on for full betting odds, a detailed pitch report, and our expert match prediction.
South Africa vs Afghanistan 13th Match Odds
Betting markets are expecting South Africa to be the clear favourite for this match because they have a better past record against their opponent and more experience in big tournaments.
| Platform | NZ Win Odds | Afghanistan Win Odds | Toss Odds (NZ) | Toss Odds (AFG) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.45 | 2.7 | 1.85 | 1.9 |
| Stake | 1.42 | 2.8 | 1.88 | 1.86 |
| 4RABET | 1.48 | 2.6 | 1.82 | 1.94 |
| BetVibe | 1.44 | 2.75 | 1.86 | 1.89 |
South Africa vs Afghanistan 13th Match Facts
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | RSA vs AFG, 13th Match, Group D |
| Series | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Date | February 11, Wednesday |
| Time (Local) | 11:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
South Africa vs Afghanistan Squad
Both teams have announced strong 15-member squads that combine experienced players with exciting young talent.
South Africa Squad
Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Jason Smith, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Quinton de Kock (wk), Tristan Stubbs (wk), Ryan Rickelton (wk), Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje
Afghanistan Squad
Sediqullah Atal, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran, Shahidullah Kamal, Gulbadin Naib, Rashid Khan (c), Mohammad Nabi, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi
Pitch Report of Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is one of the world’s largest cricket grounds and offers great batting conditions, with teams expected to score over 180 runs.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Behaviour | Hard, dry surface with even bounce; traditionally favors batsmen but offers turn for spinners as the match progresses |
| Batting Assistance | Excellent carry and true bounce in the first 10 overs; stroke-making easier with minimal lateral movement |
| Bowling Assistance | Pace bowlers get initial bounce; spinners become crucial in the middle overs, with slow turn available |
| Boundaries Dimensions | Large square boundaries are around 73 metres, and straight boundaries are 83 metres. |
| Average 1st Innings Score | The average score on this match is 205 in T20s. |
| Toss Impact & Dew | Morning match means minimal dew factor; toss advantage moderate; batting first often preferred to set target |
Weather Report
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | The temperature will be 31°C, with pleasant morning conditions |
| Weather | The day will be sunny with clear skies |
| Precipitation | There is no rain expected |
| Humidity | Humidity level will be around 30-40%. |
| Wind | 13 km/h, minimal impact on play. |
South Africa and Afghanistan Head-to-Head in T20Is
South Africa has a perfect record against Afghanistan in T20 Internationals, having won all three matches between the teams.
| Total Matches Played | 3 |
| South Africa Won | 3 |
| Afghanistan Won | 0 |
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Key Players to Watch
The outcome of the match could be determined by the performances of these impact players on both sides.
| Players | T20I Stats |
|---|---|
| Aiden Markram (RSA) | 1739 runs in 70 matches at an average of 30.50. |
| Quinton de Kock (RSA) | 2939 runs in 103 matches at an average of 31.60. |
| Kagiso Rabada (RSA) | 79 wickets in 73 matches at an economy of 8.45. |
| Rashid Khan (AFG) | 188 wickets and 602 runs in 112 matches. |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz (AFG) | 2166 runs in 84 matches at an average of 25.78. |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi (AFG) | 65 wickets in 53 matches at an economy of 7.00. |
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