South Africa defeated Afghanistan in a dramatic Group D clash of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, with the match decided after two Super Overs.
Both teams scored 187 in regulation play before South Africa sealed victory in the second eliminator. A 114-run stand between Ryan Rickelton and Quinton de Kock set up South Africa’s total, while Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s 84 forced a tie via a last-ball run-out, taking the thriller beyond 40 overs.
Afghanistan vs South Africa WC 2026 – Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | South Africa vs Afghanistan, 13th Match, Group D |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Date | February 11, 2026 |
| Toss | Afghanistan won and elected to bowl |
| Result | Match tied (South Africa won the Super Over) |
| Scores | South Africa 187/6 (20), Afghanistan 187 (19.4) |
AFG vs SA T20 World Cup 2026 Highlights – First Innings
South Africa were reduced to 12/1 when Aiden Markram was dismissed for 5 by Fazalhaq Farooqi. Ryan Rickelton then counterattacked, scoring 61 off 28 balls with five fours and four sixes. Quinton de Kock provided stability with 59 off 41 balls as the pair added 114 runs for the second wicket.
Rashid Khan removed both set batters in the 13th over, but late contributions from Dewald Brevis (23), David Miller (20*), and Marco Jansen (16 off 7) lifted South Africa to 187/6. Azmatullah Omarzai finished with 3/41, while Rashid returned 2/28.
| Player | Role | Performance | Balls/Overs | SR/Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Rickelton | Batsman | 61 runs | 28 balls | 217.86 |
| Quinton de Kock | Batsman | 59 runs | 41 balls | 143.90 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Bowler | 3 wickets | 4 overs | 10.20 |
| Rashid Khan | Bowler | 2 wickets | 4 overs | 7.00 |
Afghanistan vs South Africa Live Score – Second Innings Highlights
Afghanistan began strongly, reaching 56 in the powerplay. Rahmanullah Gurbaz dominated the chase with 84 off 42 balls, including four fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 200.
Lungi Ngidi turned the game with 3/26, removing Ibrahim Zadran and Gulbadin Naib in quick succession. Keshav Maharaj dismissed Gurbaz at a crucial stage and conceded just 27 in four overs.
With two required off the final ball, Noor Ahmad pushed to long-off and attempted a second run. Fazalhaq Farooqi was run out by Kagiso Rabada while returning for the second, tying the scores at 187 and forcing a Super Over.
| Player | Role | Performance | Balls/Overs | SR/Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Batsman | 84 runs | 42 balls | 200.00 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Batsman | 22 runs | 17 balls | 129.41 |
| Lungi Ngidi | Bowler | 3 wickets | 4 overs | 6.50 |
| Keshav Maharaj | Bowler | 1 wicket | 4 overs | 6.80 |
South Africa vs Afghanistan Super Over
Afghanistan scored 17 in the first Super Over against Lungi Ngidi. South Africa matched the total when Tristan Stubbs struck a six off the final delivery from Fazalhaq Farooqi.
In the Second Super Over, South Africa posted 23 runs with Stubbs and David Miller clearing the ropes. Afghanistan needed six off the final ball from Keshav Maharaj, but Gurbaz was dismissed, sealing South Africa’s win.
AFG vs SA T20 World Cup 2026 Player of the Match
Lungi Ngidi was named Player of the Match for his 3/26 in four overs and his role in the Super Over. He used pace-off deliveries effectively during the powerplay and middle overs to break Afghanistan’s momentum.
South Africa vs Afghanistan Head to Head
With this result, South Africa maintained their unbeaten record against Afghanistan in T20 World Cups and strengthened their position in Group D of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
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Conclusion
Afghanistan vs South Africa at the WC 2026 ended in a Tie, with South Africa eventually securing victory in the Super Over in Ahmedabad.
