South Africa Beats England by 7 Runs in T20 World Cup 2024
In an exciting match at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, South Africa, led by Aiden Markram, moved closer to the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating England by seven runs.
South Africa’s Batting Highlights
South Africa started strong with openers Reeza Hendricks and Quinton de Kock. De Kock scored a quick 65 runs from 38 balls, including four boundaries and four sixes. David Miller also contributed with 43 runs off 28 balls. Despite losing wickets in the middle, South Africa managed to post a total of 163/6.
England’s Run Chase
England’s chase began with Philip Salt and Jos Buttler, but they struggled to form strong partnerships. Harry Brook’s 53 runs and Liam Livingstone’s 33 runs gave England hope, but South Africa’s bowlers, including Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj, kept the pressure on. In the final over, England needed 14 runs, but Anrich Nortje’s crucial wicket of Brook helped South Africa secure the win, ending England’s innings at 156/6.
Key Performances
| South Africa | England |
|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock – 65 runs | Harry Brook – 53 runs |
| David Miller – 43 runs | Liam Livingstone – 33 runs |
| Kagiso Rabada – 2 wickets | Jofra Archer – 3 wickets |
| Keshav Maharaj – 2 wickets | Jos Buttler – 17 runs |
South Africa’s victory keeps their unbeaten streak alive in the T20 World Cup 2024.
