Following the same trend they followed in the 2nd ODI, Afghanistan opted to bat first in the 3rd ODI. With the series already sealed, it was a game of experimentation for the Asian side, but South African bowlers finally came good in the series, and dealt early blows to the home side (UAE is the adopted home of Afghanistan for cricket matches).

Afghanistan and South Africa are set to lock horns in Match 3 of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as both sides play the opening game of Group B at this year's mega event. First two days produced couple of centuries and a five-wicket haul,