In the thrilling encounter between South Africa and Afghanistan in the 2023 Cricket World Cup, South Africa emerged victorious, securing a crucial win by 5 wickets. Rassie van der Dussen played a pivotal role in the Proteas' successful run-chase, showcasing his batting prowess and achieving his 15th ODI fifty. The match began with Afghanistan choosing to bat first, setting a target of 245 runs. Azmatullah Omarzai displayed remarkable resilience, ending the innings unbeaten on 97 off 107 deliveries, contributing significantly to Afghanistan's total of 244 runs.

Despite Omarzai's standout performance, Afghanistan faced elimination from the tournament due to their net run rate. In response, South Africa started strong but faced some setbacks, losing early wickets to Afghan spinners. However, Van der Dussen's innings and a crucial partnership with Andile Phehlukwayo steered South Africa to victory. The Proteas secured their spot in the World Cup semi-finals with 14 points in 9 matches. Afghanistan, though not advancing, showcased their capabilities in the tournament with notable victories over Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and England, proving their prowess beyond their renowned spin attack and establishing themselves as a formidable cricketing force.