Afghanistan kicked off their ODI series against South Africa with an emphatic triumph.
They claimed a 6-wicket win against the Proteas at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
This marked the Afghan side’s maiden ODI victory against South Africa.
Batting first, South Africa had posted 106.
Wiaan Mulder (52 off 84 balls) was the highest scorer for the Proteas.
Fazalhaq Farooqi bagged 4 wickets in the 1st ODI.
AM Ghazanfar chipped in with 3 more scalps.
Afghanistan reached the target with 144 balls to spare
Gulbadin Naib remained unbeaten on 34 off 27 deliveries.
The 2nd ODI between the two sides will be played on Friday, September 20.