Opener Ryan Rickelton’s maiden one-day international century earned South Africa a 107-run victory over Champions Trophy debutant Afghanistan on Friday. Rickelton hit 103 off 106 balls and four of the top five batters scored at least half-centuries in South Africa's 315-6 total.

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South Africa opener Ryan Rickelton scored a maiden One-Day International century with a fluent 103 as his side eased to a 107-run win over Afghanistan in their opening Champions Trophy Group B fixture at the National Stadium in Karachi on Friday.

Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi addressed concerns over boycotts due to the Taliban's treatment of women, stating it won't distract the team. Afghanistan faces South Africa on Friday in their Champions Trophy opener.

Captain Temba Bavuma hailed what he termed South Africa’s brave decision to bat first in their comprehensive 107-run Champions Trophy win over Afghanistan on Friday as they mastered a Karachi wicket that had left both teams unsure over how it would play.

Ryan Rickelton maiden one-day international century helps South Africa claim a comfortable 107-run win over Afghanistan in the ICC men's Champions Trophy.

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Following his side's win over Afghanistan in the ICC Champions Trophy campaign opener, South African skipper Temba Bavuma expressed his delight with the bowling performance, calling it one of their finest displays.