South Africa’s middle-order firepower lit up Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium, propelling them to 187 for 7 in a thrilling T20 World Cup Super 8 encounter against India. The target of 188 now tests Team India’s chasing prowess in what promises to be a blockbuster Sunday showdown.
Opting to bat after winning the toss, South Africa stumbled early. Quinton de Kock was bowled by Jasprit Bumrah for a duck-like 6. Aiden Markram managed just 4 before perishing, and Ryan Rickelton’s 7 left them reeling at 20/3. The collapse threatened to derail their innings completely.
Dewald Brevis played the anchor role brilliantly, racing to 45 off 29 balls with equal measures of fours and sixes. His partnership with David Miller—97 runs in 50 balls—shifted momentum decisively. Miller anchored with flair, notching 63 from 35 balls, peppered with seven boundaries and three massive sixes.
Tristan Stubbs provided the finishing touches, unbeaten on 44 from 24 deliveries, smashing four fours. Bumrah starred for India with 3/15, Arshdeep grabbed 2, and Dube and Chakaravarthy chipped in with one apiece. India’s lineup features explosive openers Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, backed by skipper Suryakumar Yadav’s class.
As the Proteas’ ‘trikad’ celebrates, India eyes a strong reply. With Washington Sundar adding spin variety, the chase could go down to the wire. This Super 8 start sets the tone for both sides’ tournament ambitions.