In a commanding display at Arun Jaitley Stadium, South Africa’s Corbin Bosch delivered a masterclass in pace bowling to bundle out UAE for just 122 runs in their Group D clash of the T20 World Cup. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, the Proteas’ bowlers were relentless from the outset, never allowing the UAE batters to settle into a rhythm.
UAE’s innings was a tale of missed opportunities and steady wickets. They managed 122 for 6 in their 20 overs, with Alishan Sharafu emerging as the lone warrior, smashing 45 off 38 balls, including five fours and a six. Captain Mohammad Waseem provided some fireworks with 22 off 12, but it wasn’t enough against South Africa’s tight lines.
Bosch was the standout performer, claiming 3 wickets for a miserly 12 runs in his four overs. He dismantled the top order by removing openers Aryansh Sharma and Shoaib Khan, along with Mohammad Arfan. Enrich Nortje supported with 2 for 28, dismissing Sharafu and Syed Haider, while George Linde chipped in with 1 for 17.
South Africa’s campaign in the T20 World Cup has been nothing short of dominant. Their bowlers have set the tone in every game, complemented by explosive batting that has propelled them to the top of Group D and a spot in the Super 8s. Chasing 123 should be a cakewalk, barring any unforeseen drama.
UAE, meanwhile, have struggled to make an impact. With one win against Canada by 5 wickets, they’ve suffered heavy defeats to New Zealand by 10 wickets and Afghanistan by 5 wickets. This loss underscores their challenges in the tournament, as they fight to stay alive.