The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 ended with an India vs South Africa match, comprising new records, amazing shots, unpredictable and historic victories, and sadly some retirements too.
The recently finished T20 World Cup was a spectacular event that successfully brought cricket to the United States. The excitement of the competition was enhanced by the Caribbean atmosphere and a few standout matchups.
The cricket craze is also getting beyond traditional roots and entering new ground and modern-day assets.
Nonetheless, South Africa and India have been the Unbeaten Teams in this World Cup with incredible performances.
India vs. South Africa in the final was a match of emotional roller-coaster as there were moments where the match went on the South African side and then back to India. In an electrifying final of India vs. South Africa, India won their second T20 World Cup and made history by being the first men’s team to win the competition without losing a single match. Their handwork paid off and the way they performed as a team stood tall.
The main performances of the India vs South Africa Match
The player of the tournament Jasprit Bumrah (IND) for his incredible performances throughout the World Cup this year
The man of the match is Virat Kohli for 76 (59)
Indian team totaled 176/7 in twenty overs and won by a score of seven runs in India vs. South Africa.
- Virat Kohli 76 (59)
- Axar Patel 47 (31)
- Shivam Dube 27 (16)
- Heinrich Klaasen 52 (27)
- Keshav Maharaj 2/23 (3)
- Anrich Nortje (4) 2/26
- Kagiso Rabada 1/36 (4)
- South Africa (20) · 169/8
- Hardik Pandya 3/20 (3)
- Jasprit Bumrah 2/18 (4)
- Arshdeep Singh 2/20 (4)
- Quinton De Kock 39 (31)
- Tristan Stubbs 31 (21)
Toss: The Indian team won the toss in the India vs South Africa match and chose to bat first at Kensington Oval Barbados.
The Summary of India vs South Africa Match
After the Indian team won the toss and opted to bat first, Virat and Rohit, the opener came and took the positions.
In the India vs. South Africa match, Rohit Sharma started with boundaries but could not get longer in the game and got out. Kohli, however, stayed and scored incredible innings of 76 (59).
Virat Kohli was contributory in setting a difficult goal for South Africa before the match reached its exciting finish. India was in trouble after Rishabh Pant and Suryakumar Yadav fell early, and after captain Rohit Sharma was removed in the second over.
Nevertheless, despite being frequently criticized for his lack of runs throughout the competition, Kohli excelled in the India vs. South Africa final and supported the team when it mattered and wanted. He started slowly, holding one end while ensuring the scoreboard continued showing singles and doubles.
Axar Patel, who was moved up in the order, had an aggressive inning on the other end in the India vs. South Africa match. With four sixes in his 31-ball 47, Patel got India’s run rate back on track.
That was much needed in the situation and Kohli was also playing its part in India vs South Africa.
Following Patel’s out, Kohli assumed control and increased his scoring pace. He increased his score for India in the World Cup final from 50 in 48 balls to 76 in 59. Moreover, Shivam Dube made a significant contribution in the final overs by scoring a speedy 27 off of 16 balls.
Nonetheless, the bowlers from South Africa had a mixed day in India vs. South Africa. The best pace bowler was Anrich Nortje, although Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen performed poorly, surrendering 49 and 36 runs in their four overs, respectively. Tabraiz Shamsi failed to secure any wickets, while Keshav Maharaj claimed two.
Heartbroken, South Africa lost to a powerful Indian bowling lineup just as they were about to capture their first-ever world title. It was a great achievement to qualify for the final for them as a team and they played well to reach the final.
With wickets remaining and 177 runs to win, the South Africans appeared to be in control of their chase. South Africa was in a solid position with Quinton de Kock and Heinrich Klaasen’s relationship appearing to be fruitful. The bowlers from India, however, had different ideas.
The all-rounder Hardik Pandya took charge and removed Klaasen in his opening over. David Miller was then removed from the game owing to a brilliant catch made by long-off by Suryakumar Yadav.
Indian bowlers including Hardik and Bumrah contributed well and were incredible in the team win.
The match was unpredictable until the last moments, but it was Indian Day and certainly their hard work too.
