In the 41st game ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 At the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua, South Africa beat the United States by 18 points.. Having won the toss and decided to bowl first, the United States faced a strong batting line-up from South Africa who posted an impressive total of 194/4 in the allotted 20 overs.
Quinton de Kock’s innings of command
South Africa’s innings Quinton de KockHe scored a blistering 74 off 40 balls, featuring seven fours and five sixes. Lisa Hendrix Although he contributed 11 out of 11 before being fired. Aiden MarkramA steady 46 off 32 balls powered the total. Heinrich Classen 36 off 22 balls with some late fireworks. Tristan Stubbs I got valuable results of 16 to 20. American bowlers have had mixed luck. Saurabh Netravalkar and Harmeet Singh It was a selection that claimed two wickets each and put the scores somewhat in check with figures of 2/21 and 2/24 respectively.
America’s hot pursuit
Chasing 195, the US started aggressively with Steven Taylor scoring 24 runs off 14 balls. The inning was then dominated by: Andries Goose, played a courageous knock of 80 off 47 balls, including five fours and five sixes. Despite his efforts, the country faced a steady decline in wickets at the other end, with only Harmeet (38 off 22) providing any real support. Kagiso Labada He played a key role in South Africa’s defence, taking three wickets for just 18 runs in four overs. Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Norceand Tabraj Shamsi Each took a wicket and found the United States wanting as they finished at 176/6.
Key achievements and turning points
De Kock’s explosive striking earned him the Player of the Match award, setting a challenging goal that the United States struggled to achieve. A disciplined bowling performance from Netravalkar and Harmeet was crucial in restricting South Africa to a manageable level. However, the US middle order faltered against South Africa’s experienced bowling attack, especially Rabada, who played a pivotal role in securing the win for his team.
South Africa confirmed their strong position in Super 8 Group 2 with an 18-point win, while the United States showed their potential with some standout individual performances despite the defeat.
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Here’s the fans’ reaction:
Protea Power On Product
Quinton de Kock has returned home. @aramco POTM after a brilliant innings of 74 off 40 balls 🏅#T20World Cup #USAvSA pic.twitter.com/0xk1pR0JAy
— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) June 19, 2024
Andries Gous fought for America until the end.#cricket #T20World Cup #SAvUSA #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/PbiCk7l1zc
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) June 19, 2024
New heroes every day. Thank God for World Cup cricket 👏🏻💗 pic.twitter.com/3Ru3FyKqWc
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) June 19, 2024
HARMEET SINGH from India..!!!
Balls Left Arm Spin: 4-0-24-2
Low order bats: 38(22)He has become the package for the United States in this World Cup. What a talent. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/oMqiYsTd1r
—Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 19, 2024
The United States fell behind by 18 runs in a valiant chase of 195 to South Africa. Andries Gous batted all 20 overs and finished with 80* off 47 balls. He made 35 off 29 balls after 14 overs. How different America’s fortunes would have been if his partners had been able to get him to strike more often. pic.twitter.com/zGDZZp4J31
— Peter Della Penna (@PeterDellaPenna) June 19, 2024
Andries Gous’ brave knock of 80* (47) was not enough for the United States as South Africa won by 18 runs. It was a really good effort from America.
Here’s one for SA in the UK on Friday! #T20World Cup
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) June 19, 2024
I have great respect for America.
& Rabada saved it for SA.
Jasdeep Singh deserves belt treatment.#USAvsRSA
— Abhia Aks (@abhiaks9231) June 19, 2024
Quinton De Kock in T20 WC before today: 48 runs from 4 overs.
Quinton De Kock in T20 WC today: 78 runs from 1 inn.De Kock gave his best for the Super 8 clash, big match player 🔥🔥🔥#tapmad #HojaoADFree #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/IwMjz8EK21
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) June 19, 2024
Quinton De Kock with the bat today:
– 74 runs
– 40 balls
– 185 SR
– 4 of 7
– 5 sixBest player of the game award.👏#USAvSA | #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/mip2wurrsl
— Salman 🇵🇰 (@SalmanAsif2007) June 19, 2024
with good effort #TeamUSA The day proved too short as South Africa won by 18 runs.
A. Goose: 80* (47) – Not Out
Stay tuned for America’s next match against the West Indies on June 21! #T20World Cup | #USAvSA | #WeAreUSACricket 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/zUloDCfkor
— USA Cricket (@usacricket) June 19, 2024
