Thunderous cheering echoed through Narendra Modi Stadium as South Africa crushed West Indies by nine wickets in the T20 World Cup Super 8 stage. The 177-run chase was a cakewalk, achieved in 16.1 overs with minimal loss.
Markram and de Kock’s explosive 95/1 in 48 balls set the platform. Post de Kock’s 47 (24), Rickelton joined Markram for an unbroken 82 off 49, finishing unbeaten at 82 (46 balls: 7×4, 4×6) and 45 (28) respectively. Chase was WI’s lone wicket-taker.
West Indies’ 176/8 featured Shepherd’s unbeaten 52 (37) and Holder’s 49 (31), but lacked support. Hope’s quick 16 (6), King’s 21 couldn’t stem the tide amid Hetmyer’s duck-like 2, Powell’s 9, and others’ failures. From 83/7, the 89-run last-wicket stand was mere consolation.
Ngidi dismantled with 3/30, Rabada and Bosch bagged 2 apiece. Marking consecutive Super 8 successes post-India win, South Africa leads Group 1 (NRR +2.890). This lopsided result favors India, removing NRR pressure – just two victories away from semis glory.