The cricketing encounters between South Africa and Afghanistan in T20 Internationals have been limited but fascinating, showcasing the clash between an established cricketing nation and one of the most exciting emerging teams. This comprehensive analysis examines their complete T20 head-to-head record (6 matches as of June 2024), featuring detailed scorecards, key performances, and statistical insights that define this intriguing matchup.
Complete Match-by-Match Analysis (Vertical Scorecards)
1. ICC T20 World Cup 2024 – South Africa Won by 5 Wickets
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Venue | Brian Lara Stadium, Trinidad |
| Date | 3 June 2024 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| Afghanistan | 115/5 (20 overs) |
| South Africa | 116/5 (16.4 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Anrich Nortje (2/17) |
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2. ICC T20 World Cup 2023 – South Africa Won by 9 Wickets
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2023 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date | 15 November 2023 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| Afghanistan | 125/8 (20 overs) |
| South Africa | 129/1 (13.5 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 9 wickets |
| Player of Match | Quinton de Kock (63* off 43) |
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3. T20I Series 2023 – South Africa Won by 59 Runs
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Afghanistan Tour of SA 2023 |
| Venue | SuperSport Park, Centurion |
| Date | 24 March 2023 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| South Africa | 209/5 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 150/7 (20 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 59 runs |
| Player of Match | Reeza Hendricks (83 off 53) |
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4. ICC T20 World Cup 2021 – South Africa Won by 5 Wickets
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2021 |
| Venue | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Date | 3 November 2021 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| Afghanistan | 144/8 (20 overs) |
| South Africa | 145/5 (18.3 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Rassie van der Dussen (44*) |
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5. ICC T20 World Cup 2016 – South Africa Won by 37 Runs
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2016 |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| Date | 20 March 2016 |
| Toss Winner | Afghanistan |
| Toss Decision | Bowl |
| South Africa | 209/5 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 172/10 (20 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 37 runs |
| Player of Match | AB de Villiers (64 off 29) |
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6. ICC T20 World Cup 2010 – South Africa Won by 59 Runs
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC T20 World Cup 2010 |
| Venue | Kensington Oval, Barbados |
| Date | 5 May 2010 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bat |
| South Africa | 139/7 (20 overs) |
| Afghanistan | 80/10 (16 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 59 runs |
| Player of Match | Jacques Kallis (34 & 2/12) |
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Conclusion
South Africa has dominated this matchup (5-1), but Afghanistan’s improving performances, especially their spinners’ ability to trouble the Proteas, suggests future contests could be more competitive. With Afghanistan’s rise in world cricket and South Africa’s continued strength in T20s, this rivalry promises to grow in significance, particularly in ICC tournaments.
