Afghanistan vs South Africa 2nd ODI Highlights: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Rashid Khan Shine As Afghanistan Stun South Africa To Seal Series

AFG vs SA 2nd ODI Highlights: Rahmanullah Gurbaz's blistering ton, followed by Rashid Khan's five-wicket haul helped Afghanistan defeat South Africa by 177 runs in the second ODI of the three-match series on Friday in Sharjah. Gurbaz hit 105 as Afghanistan made 311-4 before the Proteas lost nine wickets for 61 runs to be bowled out for just 134 in the 35th over. Two days after winning the first ODI by six wickets, Afghanistan made a bright start as the openers capitalised on winning the toss. With this win, Afghanistan have gained an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series.  (Scorecard)

Welcome back for South Africa's reply. The two umpires make their way out to the middle followed by the two South African openers. They are now joined by Hashmatullah Shahidi and his men. Temba Bavuma and Tony de Zorzi will open the innings for South Africa. Fazalhaq Farooqi will kickstart the proceedings with the new ball. Two slips in place. Here we go!

... THE RUN CHASE ...

With South Africa in a must-win situation to keep the series alive, it promises to be an intense run chase. Stay tuned as the action resumes with South Africa looking to chase down 312 to stay in the series!

Rahmanullah Gurbaz is up for a chat. He says that the wicket was not easy to bat but they managed it really well and he thinks that it's a good total for them. Further adds that it is a great opportunity for them to play against the Proteas and they are a very strong team. He reckons that their bowling unit also has to give their best to close the game on their side.

On the bowling front, South Africa struggled to contain the Afghan batters, with their bowlers failing to maintain pressure throughout the innings. Despite a decent fielding effort, they