Ahmedabad witnessed cricketing drama unfold as South Africa edged out Afghanistan in a double super over finish during T20 World Cup 2026’s 13th clash. Quinton de Kock, the Proteas’ explosive wicketkeeper-batsman, led the charge with a brisk 59-run knock off 41 deliveries, adorned with five fours and three sixes. This effort catapulted his T20 World Cup tally to 737 runs, overtaking AB de Villiers’ 717 to become South Africa’s all-time leading scorer in the tournament.
De Kock’s milestone against Afghanistan highlighted his evolution into a T20 giant. He joined an elite club by equaling de Villiers’ record of five half-centuries in T20 World Cups, with Markram at four. South Africa’s innings was built on De Kock’s 59 and Rickelton’s matching 61, reaching 187 for 6 despite Omarzai’s 3 for and Khan’s brace.
Afghanistan’s chase saw Gurbaz unleash havoc, blistering 84 off 42 with seven maximums, but they fell short at 187 in 19.4 overs. Ngidi’s three wickets proved decisive, with four others chipping in one each.
Tied scores led to super overs: 17 each in the first, then South Africa’s 21/0 trumped Afghanistan’s 19/1. This victory, fueled by De Kock’s record-breaking prowess, boosts South Africa’s morale as they eye glory. Fans are buzzing about the keeper’s ability to deliver under pressure, solidifying his legacy in white-ball cricket.