South Africa edged out Afghanistan in a dramatic double Super Over thriller in the T20 World Cup 2026 Group D match on Wednesday, in what many are calling one of the greatest encounters in the tournaments history.
South Africa posted 187 for 6 after batting first, thanks to a strong start from their openers. Afghanistan matched the total exactly at 187, losing their last wicket in the 19.4 overs, forcing the game into the first Super Over.
In the first Super Over, Afghanistan scored 17/0, while South Africa managed 17/1 to tie it. The drama continued into a second Super Over, where South Africa posted 23/0 powered by aggressive hitting from David Miller and Tristan Stubbs. Afghanistan replied with 19/2, falling short by 4 runs, with spinner Keshav Maharaj sealing the win by taking two wickets.
