Cricket fans in Ahmedabad were treated to a contest for the ages as South Africa and Afghanistan battled through regulation play and two Super Overs in a breathtaking encounter that had everything: power-hitting, late drama and nerves of steel.
Cricket fans in Ahmedabad were treated to a nail-biting spectacle as South Africa and Afghanistan finished level on 187 runs each, forcing a dramatic Super Over in a high-octane clash. South Africa scored 187/6 in 20 overs while Afghanistan scored 187/10. In the super over Afghanistan scored 17/0 in 1 over and South Africa scored 17/1.
Regardless of the final Super Over result, the contest will be remembered as one of the standout thrillers of the tournament. Afghanistan proved once again they can match top sides, while South Africa displayed resilience to claw their way back under pressure.