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Match 21: South Africa vs Bangladesh highlights

Match Details

  • Date: June 10, 2024
  • Venue: Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York

Match Summary

South Africa managed to secure a thrilling victory against Bangladesh by just 4 runs in a nail-biting encounter. The match saw some exceptional performances from both sides, making it a memorable contest.

South Africa’s Innings

South Africa won the toss and decided to bat first. However, their start was far from ideal as they found themselves struggling at 23 for 4 within the first 5 overs. Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Taskin Ahmed were the chief destroyers for Bangladesh, picking up crucial early wickets.

  • Heinrich Klaasen played a crucial knock, scoring 46 runs off 44 balls, anchoring the innings.
  • David Miller supported him well with a steady 29 off 38 balls.
  • South Africa managed to post a total of 113 for 6 in their 20 overs.

Bangladesh’s Bowling Highlights

  • Tanzim Hasan Sakib was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for just 18 runs.
  • Taskin Ahmed also contributed with 2 wickets for 19 runs.

Bangladesh’s Innings

Chasing a modest target of 114, Bangladesh’s innings was a roller-coaster ride. They lost early wickets and were struggling at 50 for 4 after 10 overs. However, a resilient partnership between Towhid Hridoy and Mahmudullah brought them back into the game.

  • Towhid Hridoy top-scored with 37 runs.
  • Despite their efforts, Bangladesh fell short by 4 runs, finishing at 109 for 7 in their 20 overs.

South Africa’s Bowling Highlights

  • Keshav Maharaj was instrumental with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 27 runs.
  • Anrich Nortje and Kagiso Rabada also chipped in with 2 wickets each.

Key Moments

  • A crucial 79-run fifth-wicket partnership between Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller helped South Africa recover from a precarious position.
  • A controversial moment in the 17th over saw Mahmudullah being given out, which could have potentially changed the outcome of the match.

Player of the Match

  • Heinrich Klaasen was awarded the Player of the Match for his vital innings of 46 runs, which proved to be the difference in a low-scoring game.

South Africa’s victory ensured they maintained their 100% win-record in the T20 World Cup 2024, while Bangladesh will look back at missed opportunities that cost them the game¹²³.

Stay tuned for more thrilling encounters, stunning performances, and nail-biting finishes throughout the T20 World Cup. Let the games begin!