In a thrilling Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup 2026 at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium, South Africa clinched a five-wicket victory over Zimbabwe on Sunday. Chasing a competitive target of 154, the Proteas overcame a shaky start to secure their spot in the semi-finals with a composed chase.
South Africa’s innings got off to a rocky beginning with opener Quinton de Kock dismissed for a duck. Captain Aiden Markram followed soon after, scoring just 4 runs before being clean bowled by Sikandar Raza. Ryan Rickelton provided some stability, smashing 31 off 22 balls, but it was Dewald Brevis who turned the game on its head.
Brevis unleashed a blistering 42 off just 18 deliveries, including two fours and four massive sixes, putting the Zimbabwean bowlers under relentless pressure. David Miller chipped in with 22 runs, but the real game-changer came from Tristan Stubbs and George Linde. The duo forged an unbroken 53-run partnership that steered South Africa home in 17.5 overs.
Stubbs remained not out on 21 off 24 balls, while Linde’s unbeaten 30 off 21 balls sealed the victory. Sikandar Raza was Zimbabwe’s standout bowler, claiming 3-29 in his four overs, with Blessing Muzarabani picking up one wicket.
Earlier, Zimbabwe posted 153 for 7 in their 20 overs, powered by a sensational 73 off 43 balls from captain Sikandar Raza. His knock featured eight fours and four sixes, but lacked support from the rest of the lineup. Tadiwanashe Marumani managed only 7, Brian Bennett 15, and Dion Myers 11, while Ryan Burl fell for 5 to Lungi Ngidi.
South Africa’s bowlers struck regularly, with Corbin Bosch taking 2-40 and Kwena Maphaka impressing with 2-21. This win marks South Africa’s third consecutive victory in the Super 8 stage, following triumphs over India and West Indies. They now advance to face New Zealand in the semi-final on March 4, while Zimbabwe’s campaign ends on a disappointing note.