South Africa’s Top Marginal Victories by Runs Ahead of the T20 WC Finale

Reliving the top five largest victories by the Proteas in T20Is as they prepare for a historic showdown

Having reduced Afghanistan to a mere 56 runs in semi-final of the ICC T20 World Cup, South Africa chased down the target in 60 runs. The team won the game by nine wickets to reach the finale of the tourney. Ahead of their appearance in the finale, let us run down through some of the top marginal victories by runs South Africa has etched in T20 World Cup history.

South Africa vs. Scotland, 2009
Date: June 7, 2009
Venue: The Oval, London
Result: South Africa won by 130 runs

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ABD smashing Scotland bowlers

South Africa's most resounding victory came against Scotland during the ICC World Twenty20 in 2009. The Proteas delivered an ominously clinical performance, racking up a towering 211 for 5, with AB de Villiers’ unbeaten 79 off just 34 balls stealing the show. Scotland’s reply was nothing short of disastrous, crumbling to 81 all out. Steyn and Botha shared the spoils with identical figures of 2 for 17.

South Africa vs. Bangladesh, 2022
Date: October 27, 2022
Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground
Result: South Africa won by 104 runs

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Rossouw hits 7 fours & 8 sixes during his innings

Rilee Rossouw’s scintillating century propelled South Africa to a formidable 205 for 5 against Bangladesh in the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. His 109 off 56 balls, featuring eight sixes and seven fours, was a masterclass in power-hitting. Bangladesh, in reply, were bundled out for 101, with AnrichNortje’s fiery spell of 4 for 10 dismantling their batting line-up. Rossouw’s performance, coupled with Quinton de Kock’s supporting 63, ensured a commanding victory.

South Africa vs. England, 2022
Date: July 31, 2022
Venue: Ageas Bowl, Southampton
Result: South Africa won by 90 runs

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Markram celebrating his half century

In the third T20I against England, South Africa posted a robust 191 for 5, thanks to Reza Hendricks’ 70 and AidenMarkram’s unbeaten 51. England’s chase faltered dramatically, succumbing to 101 all out. TabraizShamsi was the hero with the ball, claiming a career-best 5 for 24. This match highlighted South Africa’s balanced approach, combining solid batting foundations with lethal bowling, ensuring their second-biggest T20I win and a series triumph on English soil.

South Africa vs. England, 2009
Date: November 15, 2009
Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
Result: South Africa won by 84 runs

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Bosman steals the show

In a high-octane clash against England, South Africa amassed 241 for 6, with LootsBosman’s 94 and GrameSmith’s 88 leading the charge. England’s response was tepid, folding to 157 for 8. The Proteas’ batters were relentless, smashing a record 17 sixes, setting a daunting total that England couldn’t chase.

South Africa vs. Bangladesh, 2017
Date: October 29, 2017
Venue: Potchefstroom
Result: South Africa won by 83 runs

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Miller hits five consecutive sixes during his innings

David Miller’s blistering century off just 35 balls led South Africa to 224 for 4 against Bangladesh. His unbeaten 101 included five consecutive sixes in one over, underscoring his destructive potential.Bangladesh managed only 141 in response, with South African bowlers, led by JP Duminy’s 2 for 23, ensuring a comprehensive victory.