Afghanistan vs South Africa LIVE Score, Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan Lose Another Wicket, In Deep Trouble

Afghanistan vs South Africa LIVE Updates, Champions Trophy 2025: Afghanistan’s run chase did not get off to a good start as they lost batters Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran inside the first 10 overs. South Africa smashed a daunting total of 315 against Afghanistan, riding on the back of opener Ryan Rickelton’s century (103). After losing an early wicket, Rickelton forged a 129-run stand with captain Temba Bavuma (58). Aiden Markram also added a quickfire half-century late in the innings. Champions Trophy debutants Afghanistan will aim to continue their impressive rise in white-ball cricket, while South Africa will once again attempt to shed the ‘chokers’ tag.