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ICC T20 World Cup: Skipper Aiden Markram led from the front with an unbeaten 82 as South Africa chased down a challenging target of 177 runs in just 16.1 overs for the loss of one wicket to beat the West Indies by nine wickets in their second match of the Super 8 stage of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

With this win, the Proteas remain unbeaten and are close to sealing a semifinal berth, while West Indies will face India in a must-win game. Earlier, the West Indies recovered from 52/4 in the Power-play to post 176/8, thanks to an 89-run stand between Romario Shepherd (52*) and Jason Holder (49). Lungi Ngidi (3-30) and Kagiso Rabada (2-22) led South Africa’s bowling effort.

In reply, Markram and Quinton de Kock (47 off 24) powered South Africa to 69 for no loss in six overs. After de Kock’s dismissal, Markram continued the assault, reaching his fifty in 27 balls. Ryan Rickelton remained unbeaten on 45 as South Africa completed the chase with 23 balls to spare.   Read More...