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SA vs AFG Dream11 Prediction is for the South Africa vs Afghanistan Group D game in the Hong Kong Sixes 2026. The match is set for 30 October 2026 at Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok. It starts at 12:40 PM IST.
This is a short six-a-side game. Each side has six players. Each innings has six overs. Afghanistan beat South Africa by 49 runs in their last checked Sixes meeting. Afghanistan made 148/2. South Africa made 99/2.
That result gives Afghanistan the early edge. South Africa still have useful Sixes players. Jorich van Schalkwyk led their 2025 run count with 122 runs. Abdullah Bayoumy led their wicket count with four.
The playing six is not confirmed for either side. Read this as a pre-toss editorial guide. It is not a live app team.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | South Africa vs Afghanistan, Group D |
| Competition | Hong Kong Sixes 2026 |
| Format | Sixes, six overs per innings |
| Date | Friday, 30 October 2026 |
| Venue | Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok |
| Start Time | 12:40 PM IST / 07:10 AM GMT / 03:10 PM local |
| Playing Six | Not confirmed |
The supplied fixture lists Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok. Some 2026 event pages use another Kowloon venue label. This draft keeps the supplied fixture details.
Team Form And Recent Results
Afghanistan Team Form
Afghanistan won two of their last three checked Sixes games. They beat Nepal and South Africa. They lost to Kuwait by four wickets.
| Opponent | Afghanistan Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | 112/5; Nepal 95/2 | ✓ WIN by 17 runs |
| South Africa | 148/2; South Africa 99/2 | ✓ WIN by 49 runs |
| Kuwait | 87 all out; Kuwait 90/2 | ✕ LOSS by 4 wickets |
The 148-run score shows Afghanistan’s high ceiling. Their batting can move fast. The Kuwait loss shows that a short game can turn quickly.
South Africa Team Form
South Africa won once in their last four checked Sixes games. They beat Nepal. They lost to Afghanistan, Pakistan and Bangladesh.
| Opponent | South Africa Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | Nepal 58; South Africa 64/2 | ✓ WIN by 4 wickets |
| Afghanistan | Afghanistan 148/2; South Africa 99/2 | ✕ LOSS by 49 runs |
| Pakistan | South Africa 102/3; Pakistan 105/1 | ✕ LOSS by 5 wickets |
| Bangladesh | Bangladesh 128/3; South Africa 103 all out | ✕ LOSS by 25 runs |
South Africa need a fast start and early wickets. A six-over game gives little time to recover from a slow over.
Pitch Report
No reliable average is available for the supplied Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok Sixes venue. The checked evidence does not support an all-time ground average.
One same-format sample is available. Afghanistan scored 148/2 in six overs. South Africa scored 99/2. This points to quick scoring. It is only one match and is not a full pitch record.
Fantasy readers should watch the first over. Batters who start well can gain value quickly. Bowlers who take early wickets can also change the game. No firm spin or pace trend is verified from the small sample.
Head-To-Head
The scope here is completed Hong Kong International Sixes meetings between these special sides. It does not include national T20I records or other formats.
| Meeting | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 completed Sixes meeting | Afghanistan 148/2, South Africa 99/2 | Afghanistan won by 49 runs |
This is one match only. The scorecard shows 6 November 2025. The schedule page labels the same game 7 November 2025. The date label does not change the result.
Announced Squads And Playing Six Update
Both teams have announced seven-player special Sixes squads. Only six players can take the field. The final playing six is not confirmed.
South Africa announced squad: Jorich van Schalkwyk, Steve Stolk, Abdullah Bayoumy, Ayabulela Gqamane, Alindile Mhletywa, Blake Simpson and Heath Richards.
Afghanistan announced squad: Gulbadin Naib, Farmanullah Safi, Imran Mir, Abdul Rahman, Karim Janat, Nangeyalia Kharote and Sediqullah Pacha.
Gulbadin Naib is named Afghanistan’s captain. South Africa’s captain signal is not settled. One announcement names Jorich van Schalkwyk. The current team page names Ayabulela Gqamane.
The official signals support a few candidate roles. Van Schalkwyk is a batting watch. Bayoumy is a bowling watch. Blake Simpson is a bat-and-ball watch. Naib is an all-rounder. Karim Janat made 50 retired not out in the 2025 meeting. Sediqullah Pacha made 28 not out.
These are editorial signals only. They are not confirmed fantasy roles or a confirmed playing six.
Dream11 Teams
Fantasy Team Update Pending
A ready-made Sixes team is not supplied for this match. A public Dream11 Sixes tab is visible. It does not show a verified SA vs AFG Group D player pool, Sixes team size, roles, credits or contest listing.
The normal public fantasy page shows 11 players and a 100-credit cap. Those general rules do not prove this fixture’s Sixes rules. No app availability, 100-credit compliance or role approval is claimed.
Check the live app after the match card appears. Confirm the player pool, team size, roles, credits and contest rules before building a team. For general 4xSports Dream11 reading, see AFG vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction, NAM vs IRE Dream11 Prediction and IND vs JPN Dream11 Prediction.
Captain And Vice-Captain Choices
These are conditional watch choices. They are not app-verified picks.
- Gulbadin Naib: Consider him only if he is in the playing six and the app lists him as an active all-round option. His captain signal and all-round profile give him two paths to points.
- Jorich van Schalkwyk: Consider him if selected and used near the top. His 122-run 2025 team record supports a batting watch.
- Karim Janat: Watch him if the six includes him. His 50 retired not out against South Africa is a strong past Sixes signal.
- Abdullah Bayoumy: Consider him if South Africa confirm him and he bowls. His four-wicket 2025 team record supports a bowling watch.
At toss time, remove any player outside the playing six. Check each role and credit inside the app. Do not use a pair from this page without that check.
Player Battles
Gulbadin Naib Against South Africa’s New Ball
Naib can shape the game with bat or ball. South Africa need to stop his early impact. His final role is not confirmed.
Jorich Van Schalkwyk Against Afghanistan’s Attack
Van Schalkwyk was South Africa’s leading 2025 run scorer. Afghanistan will want early control against him. His place in the six remains open.
Abdullah Bayoumy Against Afghanistan’s Fast Start
Bayoumy led South Africa’s 2025 wicket count. An early wicket could slow Afghanistan’s scoring rate. His bowling use must be confirmed first.
Key Players
- Gulbadin Naib: Afghanistan captain and an experienced all-rounder. Watch his selection and role.
- Karim Janat: Made 50 retired not out in the last checked AFG-SA Sixes match. He is a batting watch if selected.
- Jorich van Schalkwyk: Led South Africa’s 2025 Sixes scoring with 122 runs. He is a top batting candidate.
- Abdullah Bayoumy: Led South Africa’s 2025 Sixes wickets with four. He is a bowling watch.
- Blake Simpson: The South Africa announcement credits him with runs and wickets. His exact fantasy role is not confirmed.
Winner Prediction
Afghanistan have the stronger editorial lean. They won the last checked meeting by 49 runs. They also have two wins in three listed recent games.
South Africa can still change the script with early wickets. Their result depends on the final six and the first two overs. This is a conditional prediction, not a guarantee.
FAQs
When Is The SA vs AFG Sixes Match?
South Africa play Afghanistan on 30 October 2026. The supplied start time is 12:40 PM IST.
Is The Playing Six Confirmed?
No. Both teams have announced seven-player squads. The final six players are not confirmed.
What Is The Pitch Record?
No reliable ground average is available. One checked Sixes meeting had 148/2 and 99/2.
Is A Ready-Made Dream11 Team Available?
No. The fixture-specific player pool, roles, credits and Sixes rules are not verified. Check the live app first.
