South Africa’s ruthless batting onslaught handed West Indies a 9-wicket drubbing in the T20 World Cup Super 8 at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. The target of 177 was overhauled in 16.1 overs, with just one wicket down, showcasing Proteas’ depth.
De Kock and Markram’s 95-run powerplay blast (48 balls) rocked West Indies. De Kock fell for 47 (24 balls), but Markram’s captain’s knock of 82* (46 balls, 7 fours, 4 sixes) alongside Rickelton’s 45 (28 balls) ensured no further hiccups in the 82-run stand.
Batting first, West Indies reached 176/8 thanks to Shepherd’s 52* (37 balls) and Holder’s 49 (31 balls). The middle order crumbled: Hope 16 (6), King 21, Hetmyer 2 (Rabada), Powell 9, Rutherford 12 (Bosch), Chase 2. Their 83/7 low was salvaged by an 89-run alliance.
Bowling honors went to Ngidi (3/30 in 4 overs), Rabada (2), and Bosch (2). South Africa’s second straight Super 8 triumph – after India’s demise – installs them atop Group 1 with NRR +2.890. West Indies’ heavy loss eases India’s net run rate woes; Rohit Sharma’s men must win their last two for semis.