T20 WC: South Africa beat UAE by 6 wickets, Super 8 spot already secured

The Proteas and New Zealand have already qualified for the Super 8s from the group.

New Delhi: South Africa, riding on Ryan Rickelton and Dewald Brevis’ fiery knocks, beat UAE by six wickets in a low-scoring Group D match here on Wednesday, February 18.

South Africa cricket players celebrating after winning against UAE in T20 World Cup match.
South Africa players celebrate their six-wicket win over UAE in the T20 World Cup, securing their Super 8 spot.

Chasing UAE‘s 122 for 6, built largely on young top-order batter Alishan Sharafu’s gritty 45, the Proteas overhauled the target in 13.2 overs.

South Africa cricketer in action during T20 World Cup match.
South Africa’s batter hits a powerful shot during the T20 World Cup game against UAE, securing their Super 8 spot with a six-wicket victory.

Rickelton smashed a 16-ball 30 while Brewis scored 36 off 25 balls as South Africa won with 40 balls to spare.

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The Proteas and New Zealand have already qualified for the Super 8s from the group.

South Africa's bowler celebrates after dismissing the UAE batsman during the T20 World Cup match.
South Africa secured a six-wicket victory over UAE, confirming their spot in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup.

Brief Scores:

UAE: 122 for 6 in 20 overs (Alishan Sharafu 45; Anrich Nortje 2/28, Corbin Bosch 3/12).

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South Africa: 123 for 4 in 12.3 overs (Aiden Markram 28, Ryan Rickelton 30, Dewald Brevis 36).

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