T20 World Cup 2026: South Africa sets 188 for Afghanistan

KATHMANDU: In Wednesday’s T20 World Cup 2026 clash, South Africa posted 187 for 6, setting Afghanistan a target of 188 runs.

Afghanistan won the toss and chose to bowl first.

South African captain Aiden Markram was dismissed for just 5 runs, but Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton stitched a crucial 114-run partnership for the second wicket.

De Kock scored 59, while Rickelton contributed 61. Dewald Brevis added a quick 23 runs to boost the total.

For Afghanistan, Rashid Khan picked up 2 wickets for 28 runs, and Ajmatullah Omarzai impressed with 3 wickets for 41 runs.