After a promising start in the first T20I, South Africa’s hopes were swiftly dashed in the second match in Manchester. Phil Salt and Jos Buttler’s outstanding batting performance propelled England to a formidable total of 304 runs for the loss of 2 wickets in their 20 overs. In response, South Africa’s entire team was bundled out for a mere 158 runs in just 16.1 overs. This resulted in a 146-run defeat for South Africa, their largest loss in terms of runs, surpassing their previous worst of 135 runs against India in 2024. Despite a promising start by South Africa with Captain Aiden Markram and wicketkeeper batter Ryan Rickelton, the team’s innings soon faltered.
England Demolishes South Africa in T20I, Setting New Lows for the Proteas
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