Dominance defined South Africa’s T20 World Cup 2026 journey as they crushed New Zealand by seven wickets in match 24, achieving a hat-trick of victories and entrenching themselves atop Group D. New Zealand holds second with two wins from three.
Prior successes against Canada (57 runs) and Afghanistan (super over) fueled the fire. At Narendra Modi Stadium, New Zealand chose to bat but folded at 175/7. Key blows came from the Mitchell-Chapman duo’s 74-run stand; Chapman 48 (26 balls), Mitchell 32.
Allen (31, 17 balls) flashed early, Seifert 13 and Ravindra 13 followed. Neesham 23* steadied late. Jansen’s 4/XX spearheaded South Africa’s attack, ably assisted by Ngidi, Maharaj, Bosch.
Target in sight, South Africa delivered fireworks. Markram’s 86* (44 balls, 8×4, 4×6) anchored partnerships: 62 with de Kock (20), 40 with Rickelton (21), 29 with Brevis (21), 47* with Miller (24*).
Victory in 17.1 overs silenced critics. Kiwi wickets from Ferguson, Neesham, Ravindra were mere footnotes. South Africa’s blend of pace, spin, and batting firepower shines.
This treble enhances their NRR, signaling serious title aspirations. Group D intrigue builds as Proteas march on.