At last, the curse of the semi-final has been broken! With a ruthless show of domination and explosive fast bowling, south africa advances to the ICC final. afghanistan was affected by their two emotionally taxing victories over australia and Bangladesh, and it's possible that they were overwhelmed by the occasion. The innings never got underway as Rabada and Jansen's blistering fast bowling attack destroyed them in the powerplay.
 
After the powerplay, Shamsi and Nortje joined in the fun, helping to defeat afghanistan for a mere 56 runs, the lowest total ever in a world cup semifinal. Afghanistan's new ball bowlers responded with great effort, as Farooqi removed de Kock with a ball that nibbled back in. But the target was too tiny, and Markram and Hendricks found their striking zone after the first five overs were completed. In addition to Hendricks' elegant punch strokes, the South African captain concluded the game with a six and a four.

In less than nine overs, the target was pursued. After a momentous campaign, it was a day to forget for afghanistan but a historic day for South Africa. india will take on england later on at guyana today,
 
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SIBY JEYYA

27/06/2024 08:15 AM