“The match will be remembered as one of the most dramatic finishes in T20 World Cup history”
South Africa pulled off an incredible win over Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 after a rare double Super Over at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Afghanistan batted first and scored 187 all out in 19.4 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz shone with 84 runs off 42 balls. Meanwhile, other batsmen contributed, but South Africa kept the pressure.
In reply, South Africa reached 187/6 in 20 overs. Quinton de Kock made 59, and Ryan Rickelton scored 61. Their efforts forced the match into a Super Over.
The first Super Over ended tied at 17 runs each. Therefore, the teams played a second Super Over, which rarely happens. South Africa batted first in the decider and scored 23 runs. David Miller and Tristan Stubbs hit crucial boundaries. Afghanistan could only manage 19 runs, falling short by 4.
Lungi Ngidi impressed with three wickets and decisive contributions in both Super Overs. He earned Player of the Match honors. This thrilling win strengthens South Africa’s position in Group D. Meanwhile, Afghanistan now faces a tougher path to the Super Eights.
Overall, fans praised the match as one of the most exciting T20 World Cup encounters. It featured tension, big hitting, and nerve‑wracking finishes that kept everyone on the edge of their seats.