Afghanistan put up a strong fight against South Africa in their T20 World Cup match on February 12 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad but ultimately lost, giving away two points.
The match took surprising turns until the very end. Afghanistan needed just two runs off the last three balls when Fazalhaq Farooqi was run out attempting a second run. They were bowled out for 187, matching South Africa’s score from their innings.
After two Super Overs, South Africa secured the victory, marking Afghanistan’s second consecutive loss in the T20 World Cup.
Now, Rashid Khan’s team must win their next two matches and rely on results from other games to advance to the Super-Eight stage.
Jonathan Trott, the head coach of Afghanistan, who will resign after this tournament, expressed pride in his players for their determination against South Africa.
The match reflected Trott’s time with the team, filled with highs and lows. The former England player emphasized the need for positivity despite the challenges faced.
Afghanistan Narrowly Lose to South Africa in T20 Thriller
Afghanistan came very close to winning against South Africa but fell short after a tense finish that included two Super Overs. They needed only two runs from the last three balls, but a run-out ended their chances, leading to back-to-back losses in the T20 World Cup.
Head coach Jonathan Trott praised the team’s resilience and fighting spirit, noting that the match highlighted the ups and downs of his experience with the squad. Even though the results were disappointing, the players showed strong determination, and with two matches remaining, they are focused on keeping their Super-Eight hopes alive.
