The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 witnessed its first Super Over drama as South Africa and Afghanistan played out a thrilling tie in Match 13 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on February 11.
Both teams scored 187 runs in their 20 overs, forcing the first Super Over of the tournament. The match had everything — big partnerships, late drama, no-balls, a run-out on the final delivery, and a tense finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
A massive moment in the match!
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 11, 2026
Needing just 2 runs in the last, off a free hit, #FazalhaqFarooqi is caught short of his ground as acrobatic work from #Rabada to uproot the stumps & South Africa hold their nerve and force a tie! 🔥
We’re heading to a SUPER OVER! 🔥
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Match Summary
| Match | South Africa vs Afghanistan |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2026 |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| South Africa | 187/6 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 187 all out (19.4 overs) |
| Result | Match tied – decided by Super Over |
| First Super Over of Tournament | Yes |
Afg Super Over Score Highlights
Batting
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 16 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 320.00 |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
Extras: 0 (b 0, lb 0, w 0, nb 0, p 0)
Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lungi Ngidi | 1.0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 17.00 |
SA Super Over Score Highlights
Batting
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Miller | Batting | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Dewald Brevis | c Gurbaz b Farooqi | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 300.00 |
| Tristan Stubbs | Batting | 10 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 333.33 |
Extras: 0 (b 0, lb 0, w 0, nb 0, p 0)
Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 1.0 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 17.00 |
South Africa Innings: Strong Start Sets Big Total
Batting first after Afghanistan opted to bowl, South Africa posted a competitive 187/6. The innings was built around strong performances from the top order.
Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton scored important half-centuries and added a solid partnership. The momentum shifted heavily in South Africa’s favor during a costly over from Noor Ahmad, where more than 20 runs were scored.
Later, David Miller and Tristan Stubbs provided the finishing touch, helping the team cross the 180 mark on a batting-friendly surface.
Afghanistan Chase: Gurbaz Leads the Fight
Chasing 188, Afghanistan got an explosive start from Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who scored a quick half-century and kept the required rate under control.
However, wickets from Marco Jansen and Lungi Ngidi slowed the chase in the middle overs. Just when the match looked to be slipping away, Noor Ahmad played a fearless cameo in the final overs to bring Afghanistan back into the contest.
Last Over Drama: No-Balls Change the Game
The final over turned into one of the most dramatic moments of the tournament.
- Afghanistan needed 13 runs
- Kagiso Rabada bowled the over
- Two no-balls gave Afghanistan extra runs and free hits
- Noor Ahmad struck crucial boundaries to level the score
On the final ball, Afghanistan attempted a winning run, but Fazalhaq Farooqi was run out after a sharp fielding effort from Marco Jansen and a quick finish by Rabada.
The scores were level at 187, and the match went into a Super Over.
Key Performers
| Team | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | Quinton de Kock | Half-century |
| South Africa | Ryan Rickelton | Half-century |
| Afghanistan | Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Fast fifty |
| Afghanistan | Noor Ahmad | Crucial late runs |
| South Africa | Rabada & Jansen | Key moments in final overs |
This was the first Super Over of T20 World Cup 2026, making it one of the most memorable matches of the tournament so far. The result is crucial for Group D, where both teams are fighting for a place in the Super 8 stage.
South Africa came into the match with a win in their opening game, while Afghanistan needed a strong performance after their earlier defeat. The Super Over outcome could play an important role in the group standings.
With big scores, pressure moments, fielding brilliance, and a dramatic finish, this match is already being called one of the best games of the T20 World Cup 2026.
Fans can watch match highlights on JioHotstar and catch the replay on the Star Sports Network.
If the tournament continues to deliver such close contests, the race to the knockout stage promises even more excitement in the coming days.
