AFG vs SA 3rd ODI: The Afghanistan side completed a resounding series win over South Africa after AFG vs SA 2nd ODI match. Both teams will lock horns again on September 22 (Sunday). Ahead of the AFG vs SA 3rd ODI, let us check out the Sharjah Cricket Stadium pitch report and stats of the venue.
Sharjah Stadium pitch report
The pitch at Sharjah is generally dry and can become dusty. It tends to favor spinners, especially as the game progresses. Initially, the pitch offers good bounce and pace, making it favorable for batsmen. However, as the ball gets older, scoring can become challenging. The skipper winning the toss often chooses to bowl at the venue and try to restrict the opposition to a low score.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium ODI stats
So far, 252 ODI matches have taken place in Sharjah, with teams chasing a target winning on 116 occasions. The average run rate at this venue has been 4.58, while there hasn’t been a successful run-chase of a target of more than 300.
Sharjah Stadium records:
ODI matches played: 252
Won by teams batting first: 132
Won by teams batting second: 115
Tied: 2
Highest team total: 364/7 – Pakistan vs New Zealand, 2014
Lowest team total: 54 – India vs Sri Lanka, 2000
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