The T20 World Cup lit up in Ahmedabad as South Africa demolished Canada with 213 for 4, equaling their own record of six 200-plus scores in the tournament. This batting extravaganza cements the Proteas’ status as the kings of high totals.
India, West Indies (3 each), England, and Sri Lanka (2 each) are distant followers. Captain Markram and de Kock ignited the chase with a 41-ball 70-run opening stand. Markram’s classy 59 led the way, backed by de Kock’s 25 and Rickelton’s steady 33.
Despite slipping to 138 for 4, the lower order rose heroically. Stubbs (34*) and Miller (39*)’s 75-run alliance in 37 balls delivered the knockout punch. Canada’s bowlers fought back led by Patel’s 3-for, with Bajwa snaring one.
This effort ranks second to their 229 vs England (2016), ahead of 211 vs Scotland (2009) and 209 vs Afghanistan (2016). As the Proteas set a daunting target, their depth and fearlessness shine through, promising more thrills in the World Cup.