South Africa edged Afghanistan in a breathtaking T20 World Cup 2026 clash in Ahmedabad, sealing victory in the second Super Over after scores were tied at 187. The match swung wildly, with both sides appearing to have it won at different stages. Kagiso Rabada’s no-ball in the final over of regulation gave Afghanistan hope, while Tristan Stubbs’ last-ball six in the first Super Over forced a second eliminator. Ultimately, South Africa held their nerve on the final delivery, clinching one of the tournament’s most dramatic wins.

Rahmanullah Gurbaz starred in Afghanistan’s chase with a scintillating 42-ball 84, launching a fierce assault during the PowerPlay. He smashed South Africa’s quicks and kept the required rate in check despite wickets falling around him. Lungi Ngidi’s variations and timely strikes from Rabada and Keshav Maharaj kept the contest alive. Gurbaz reignited hopes in the second Super Over with three successive sixes, but Maharaj dismissed him off the final ball. Afghanistan were left ruing tactical calls, including not using Rashid Khan in the Super Overs.

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Earlier, South Africa posted 187 for 6 after Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton hammered fluent half-centuries in a commanding century partnership. Rashid Khan triggered a brief slowdown with two wickets, and Azmatullah Omarzai’s late strikes kept Afghanistan in contention. However, David Miller and Marco Jansen ensured a strong finish. Afghanistan matched the total through Gurbaz’s brilliance and late contributions, forcing a tie. In the end, South Africa’s composure in the decisive moments delivered their second win, while Afghanistan endured a heartbreaking defeat.

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