South Africa Defeats Afghanistan After Double Super Overs

In a thrilling T20 World Cup match, South Africa defeated Afghanistan in a dramatic game that went down to two Super Overs on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The match kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Batting first, South Africa posted a strong total of 187 for six wickets. The team got off to a great start thanks to Ryan Rickelton and Quinton de Kock. The two batters played aggressive and confident innings, putting pressure on the Afghan bowlers from the beginning.

Rickelton scored a quick 61 runs from just 28 balls, hitting several boundaries and sixes. De Kock also played well, scoring 59 runs from 41 balls. Together, they built a solid partnership of more than 100 runs, which helped South Africa set a challenging target.

Afghanistan, however, did not give up easily. They fought hard and matched South Africa’s score, forcing the match into a Super Over. In an unusual twist, even the first Super Over could not decide the winner, leading to a second Super Over.

After two tense and exciting Super Overs, South Africa finally managed to hold their nerve and secure the win against a determined Afghan side.

The match will be remembered as one of the most exciting games of the tournament, with both teams showing great skill and fighting spirit.