South Africa XI vs Afghanistan XI Dream11 Prediction – Match 7, Hong Kong Sixes 2025

Match 7 of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 sees South Africa XI facing Afghanistan XI on 7 November 2025. The contest is scheduled at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Mong Kok (Hong Kong) and forms part of Pool A, which also includes Nepal.
This is a six-a-side, high-octane format with just six players per side and six overs per innings — meaning batting explosiveness and early bowling impact will be crucial.
South Africa enter with local advantages of tactical depth and fielding standard, while Afghanistan bring dynamic all-round skills and an under-dog mindset that suits this compressed format.

Match Details

• Date: Friday, 7 November 2025
• Venue: Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
• Format: Six-a-side cricket (6 overs per side)
• Context: Pool A, Hong Kong Sixes 2025
• Time: 11:15 AM IST start as per schedule

Team Previews

South Africa XI (SA XI)

South Africa’s squad for this edition includes players like Jordan Morris (C), Jorich van Schalkwyk, Abdullah Bayomi, Ethan Cunningham and Kashief Joseph.
Their strengths in this format include athletic fielding, depth in power-hitting, and the ability to rotate players dynamically. In a six-a-side game, every player must contribute both with bat and ball. Their experience will favour them in reading the short game.

Afghanistan XI (AFG XI)

Afghanistan’s squad brings a different flavour: led by Gulbadin Naib (C), with supporting names such as Sharafuddin Ashraf, Karim Janat, Farmanullah Safi and Sediqullah Pacha.
Their strengths: energy, unpredictability in a short format, and players who can change momentum quickly. The challenge: adapting to unfamiliar conditions and executing under tight pressure in a new format.

Probable XIs

As the format is six-a-side, the list below is the full squad for each side (six players) — final playing XI to be confirmed prior to match.

South Africa XI (SA XI)

• Jordan Morris (c)
• Jorich van Schalkwyk (wk)
• Abdullah Bayomi
• Ethan Cunningham
• Mbulelo Dube
• Kashief Joseph

Afghanistan XI (AFG XI)

• Gulbadin Naib (c)
• Ikram Alikhil (wk)
• Karim Janat
• Sharafuddin Ashraf
• Farmanullah Safi
• Sediqullah Pacha

Top Fantasy Picks

• Jordan Morris (SA XI): Captain, likely to bat high, athletic in field — good anchor.
• Kashief Joseph (SA XI): Bowler with potential to pick up early wickets in this format.
• Ikram Alikhil (AFG XI): Wicket-keeper batter who can finish strong — dual role value.
• Sharafuddin Ashraf (AFG XI): Bowler/all-rounder who can tilt momentum with bat or ball.
• Karim Janat (AFG XI): Explosive batsman and handy in bowling; high upside.
• Abdullah Bayomi (SA XI): Batter who may face most deliveries in this format — value pick.

Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

• Captain (2× points): Jordan Morris (SA XI) or Ikram Alikhil (AFG XI)
• Vice-Captain (1.5× points): Kashief Joseph (SA XI) or Sharafuddin Ashraf (AFG XI)

Match Prediction

In this rapid six-a-side format, marginal advantages can swing a game. South Africa have the edge in terms of familiarity with high-pressure environments and versatile athletic skills suited to this format. Having said that, Afghanistan’s capacity for momentum shifts means they cannot be ruled out.

Prediction: South Africa XI to prevail by 4-5 wickets, or in batting first scenario, by 30-35 runs.

Fantasy Tips

• In six-a-side, favour players who bat and bowl — all-rounders offer highest value.
• Wicket-keeper batters are premium due to dual points.
• Since only six overs, early overs performance and big hits matter most — pick players with aggressive style.
• Spread your picks but lean slightly towards South Africa XI given slight edge.
• Monitor toss and match-ups before finalizing team; batting or fielding first may change roles significantly.

Conclusion

Match 7 of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 between South Africa XI and Afghanistan XI promises a thrilling spectacle of high-tempo cricket and strong fantasy potential. Key players like Jordan Morris, Ikram Alikhil, Kashief Joseph and Sharafuddin Ashraf should be central to your Dream11 cricket picks. While South Africa hold the slight favour, Afghanistan’s dynamic skill-set means this could swing on a moment — in fantasy format, differential picks from Afghanistan could offer strong returns.