Tags: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, USA vs South Africa, Super 8 Group 2 at Antigua, June 19, 2024, USA, South Africa
Posted on: June 20, 2024
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South Africa topped Group 2 of the T20 World Cup with an 18-run win over the United States in the first Super 8 match in Antigua on Wednesday.
that much Team USA A won the competition for the starting position and selected Fielding.South Africa provided the opportunity to set a challenging total. Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram formed a formidable partnership, amassing 110 runs from just 60 balls. De Kock’s explosive 74 and Markram’s solid 46 provided a strong foundation. Heinrich Klaassen’s unbeaten 36 helped South Africa reach a competitive total of 194-4.
The US got off to a decent start in the chase with Steven Taylor contributing 24 runs. But the brightest performer was Andries Gous, who remained unbeaten with a stunning 80 runs. Harmeet Singh added 38 runs to keep the chase going. The match continued fiercely until the 18th inning. The United States came close to its goal by scoring 22 points.
Despite a late surge, South Africa’s fast bowler Kagiso Rabada turned the tide with an exceptional penultimate over, taking three wickets for just 18 runs. The effort effectively reduced the run rate for the United States, leaving them 18 runs short of their target. The win saw South Africa top Group 2 in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup.
