Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium AhmedabadMatch coverage has started! Live updates will appear here.This live blog is AI generated.Innings End: South Africa sets a challenging target of 188! | South Africa – 187/7 (20.0)February 22, 2026 8:49 pmSouth Africa finishes their innings with a strong total of 187 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in 20 overs. David Miller was the star performer with 63 runs, supported by Dewald Brevis’s 45. Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers for India, claiming 3 wickets.Innings End SummarySouth Africa 187/7 (20.0 Overs)Top Performers:David Miller 63 runs Highest ScorerJasprit Bumrah 3 wickets Best BowlerBatting Stats:Tristan Stubbs 44 runs (24 balls) SR 183.33Kagiso Rabada 0 runs (1 ball) SR 0Bowling Stats:Hardik Pandya 4.0 overs, 0 wickets, 45 runs Econ 11.25Jasprit Bumrah 4.0 overs, 3 wickets, 15 runs Econ 3.75South Africa finishes with a flourish | South Africa – 187/7 (20.0)February 22, 2026 8:49 pmSouth Africa concludes their innings, posting a formidable total of 187 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Tristan Stubbs was instrumental in the late surge.Innings End – South AfricaFinal Score: 187/7 (20.0 Overs)Key Batsmen:Tristan Stubbs 38 runs (23 balls) SR 165.22Kagiso Rabada 0 runs (1 ball) SR 0Bowlers:Hardik Pandya 3.5 overs, 0 wkts, 39 runs Econ 10.17Jasprit Bumrah 4.0 overs, 3 wkts, 15 runs Econ 3.75End of Over 19: South Africa at 167/7 | South Africa – (167/7 (19.5))February 22, 2026 8:49 pmJasprit Bumrah bowls a tight over, conceding only 3 runs and picking up the wicket of Corbin Bosch. South Africa stands at 167 for 7 after 19 overs.End of Over 19 SummarySouth Africa 167/7 (19.0 Overs)Batsmen:Tristan Stubbs 38 runs (23 balls) SR 165.22Kagiso Rabada 0 runs (1 ball) SR 0Bowlers:Hardik Pandya 3.5 overs, 0 wickets, 39 runs Econ 10.17Jasprit Bumrah 4.0 overs, 3 wickets, 15 runs Econ 3.75Hat-trick of Boundaries! Tristan Stubbs on Fire! | South Africa – 181/7 (19.5)February 22, 2026 8:49 pmTristan Stubbs smashes another massive six, completing a hat-trick of boundaries off Hardik Pandya! He is looking to finish the innings with a flourish, adding crucial runs for South Africa.🔥 Hat-trick of Boundaries! 🔥Batsman:Tristan Stubbs 38 runs (23 balls) SR 165.22Bowler:Hardik Pandya 3.5 overs, 0 wickets, 39 runs Econ 10.17Current Score:South Africa 181/7 (19.5 Overs)Stubbs goes big! | South Africa – 175/7(19.4)February 22, 2026 8:48 pmTristan Stubbs launches Hardik Pandya for a massive six! He’s looking to finish the innings with a flourish, adding crucial runs for South Africa.Stubbs finds the fence! | South Africa – 175/7 (19.3)February 22, 2026 8:46 pmTristan Stubbs dispatches Hardik Pandya’s delivery to the boundary. This four keeps the momentum going for South Africa in the death overs.Bumrah takes a blinder! Bosch departs! | South Africa – 167/7 (18.5)February 22, 2026 7:54 pmJasprit Bumrah takes a fantastic catch off his own bowling to dismiss Corbin Bosch. A crucial wicket at this stage as South Africa loses their seventh.Wicket!Batsman Out:Corbin Bosch 5 runs (6 balls) SR 83.33Bowler:Jasprit Bumrah 3.5 overs, 3 wickets, 15 runs Econ 3.91Current Score:South Africa 167/7 (18.5 Overs)Bosch finds the fence! | South Africa – 164/6 (17.5)February 22, 2026 7:57 pmCorbin Bosch gets off the mark quickly, dispatching Arshdeep Singh for a well-timed FOUR! A much-needed boundary for South Africa after the recent wicket.Jansen falls, Rinku takes the catch! | South Africa – 158/5 (17.1)February 22, 2026 7:57 pmMarco Jansen tries to go big but finds Rinku Singh in the deep! Arshdeep Singh picks up a crucial wicket, sending Jansen back to the pavilion for just 2 runs.Wicket!Batsman Out:Marco Jansen 2 runs (5 balls) SR 40Bowler:Arshdeep Singh 3.1 overs, 1 wicket, 23 runs Econ 7.26Current Score:South Africa 158/5 (17.1 Overs)Chakravarthy strikes, but South Africa pushes on | South Africa – 152/5 (16.0 Overs)February 22, 2026 7:58 pmVarun Chakravarthy picks up the crucial wicket of David Miller, but 8 runs still came off the over. South Africa finishes the 16th over at 152/5.End of Over 16 SummarySouth Africa 152/5 (16.0 Overs)Batsmen:Tristan Stubbs 17 runs (11 balls) SR 154.55Marco Jansen 0 runs (2 balls) SR 0Bowlers:Varun Chakravarthy 4.0 overs, 1 wicket, 47 runs Econ 11.75Hardik Pandya 3.0 overs, 0 wickets, 25 runs Econ 8.33Crucial breakthrough! Miller departs! | South Africa – 152/5 (15.4)February 22, 2026 7:58 pmBig wicket for the bowling side! David Miller, after a blistering innings, is caught by Tilak Varma off Varun Chakravarthy. A crucial breakthrough that halts South Africa’s momentum.Wicket!Batsman Out:David Miller 63 runs (35 balls) SR 180Bowler:Varun Chakravarthy 3.4 overs, 1 wicket, 47 runs Econ 12.82Current Score:South Africa 152/5 (15.4 Overs)Stubbs goes big! Massive six! | South Africa – 151/4 (15.2 Overs)February 22, 2026 7:59 pmTristan Stubbs launches Varun Chakravarthy over the ropes for a huge six! The momentum is firmly with South Africa now!Productive Over for South Africa | South Africa – 99/3 (11.0)February 22, 2026 7:59 pmSouth Africa had a good 11th over, scoring 15 runs without losing any wickets. Dewald Brevis and David Miller were the main contributors, continuing to build a strong total for their team.End of Over 11 SummarySouth Africa 99/3 (11.0 Overs)Batsmen:David Miller 40 runs (22 balls) SR 181.82Dewald Brevis 37 runs (24 balls) SR 154.17Bowlers:Shivam Dube 1.0 overs, 0 wkts, 15 runs Econ 15Hardik Pandya 2.0 overs, 0 wkts, 15 runs Econ 7.5End of Over 15: South Africa maintains momentum | South Africa – 144/4 (15.0)February 22, 2026 8:01 pmHardik Pandya bowls a 10-run over. David Miller and Tristan Stubbs continue to build, pushing South Africa to 144/4 after 15 overs without any further wickets.End of Over 15 SummarySouth Africa 144/4 (15.0 Overs)Batsmen:David Miller 62 runs (33 balls) SR 187.88Tristan Stubbs 10 runs (9 balls) SR 111.11Bowlers:Hardik Pandya 3.0 overs, 0 wkts, 25 runs Econ 8.33Washington Sundar 2.0 overs, 0 wkts, 17 runs Econ 8.5Miller finds the boundary! | South Africa – 139/4 (14.2)February 22, 2026 8:01 pmDavid Miller continues his aggressive approach, smashing Hardik Pandya for a boundary. He’s looking to accelerate the scoring for South Africa.End of Over 14: South Africa continues strong batting | South Africa – 134/4 (14.0 Overs)February 22, 2026 8:06 pmWashington Sundar bowls a tight over, conceding only 6 runs. Miller and Stubbs maintain their partnership, pushing South Africa to 134/4 after 14 overs without losing any wickets.End of Over 14 SummarySouth Africa 134/4 (14.0 Overs)Batsmen:David Miller 57 runs (31 balls) SR 183.87Tristan Stubbs 5 runs (5 balls) SR 100Bowlers:Washington Sundar 2.0 overs, 0 wkts, 17 runs Econ 8.5Shivam Dube 2.0 overs, 1 wkt, 32 runs Econ 16Miller blazes to a fifty with a massive six! | South Africa – 125/4 (12.3)February 22, 2026 8:06 pmDavid Miller brings up his aggressive fifty with a huge six off Shivam Dube! A fantastic display of power-hitting, keeping South Africa in the hunt after a crucial wicket.🎉 David Miller’s Fifty!Batsman Milestone:David Miller 52 runs (26 balls) SR 200Bowler:Shivam Dube 1.3 overs, 1 wicket, 29 runs Econ 19.33Current Score:South Africa 125/4 (12.3 Overs)Brevis departs after a fiery knock! | South Africa – 117/4 (12.2)February 22, 2026 8:07 pmBig wicket for the bowling side! Dewald Brevis, after a blistering innings, is caught by Abhishek Sharma off Shivam Dube. A crucial breakthrough that halts South Africa’s momentum.wicket!Batsman Out:Dewald Brevis 45 runs (29 balls) SR 155.17Bowler:Shivam Dube 1.2 overs, 1 wicket, 21 runs Econ 15.75Current Score:South Africa 117/4 (12.2 Overs)Brevis launches into orbit! | South Africa – 117/3 (12.1)February 22, 2026 8:07 pmDewald Brevis takes on Shivam Dube, smashing a colossal SIX! That ball sailed high and handsome over the boundary ropes, adding crucial runs for South Africa.Miller finds the gap with precision! | South Africa – 105/3 (11.2)February 22, 2026 8:10 pmDavid Miller dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for a well-placed FOUR! He’s continuing his aggressive innings, finding the boundaries with ease and pushing South Africa’s score past 100.Dube’s Over: Brevis and Miller Power South Africa | South Africa – 99/3 (11.0)February 22, 2026 8:10 pmShivam Dube bowls an expensive over, conceding 15 runs with a six and a four. Brevis and Miller continue to pile on the runs, pushing South Africa’s total to 99/3 after 11 overs.End of Over 11 SummarySouth Africa 99/3 (11.0 Overs)Batsmen:David Miller 40 runs (22 balls) SR 181.82Dewald Brevis 37 runs (24 balls) SR 154.17Bowlers:Shivam Dube 1.0 overs, 0 wkts, 15 runs Econ 15Hardik Pandya 2.0 overs, 0 wkts, 15 runs Econ 7.5Brevis launches it for six! | South Africa – 92/3 (10.4)February 22, 2026 8:18 pmDewald Brevis clears the ropes with a powerful strike off Shivam Dube! That’s a huge SIX, adding crucial runs for South Africa.Brevis finds the gap! | South Africa – 91/3 (10.4)February 22, 2026 8:18 pmDewald Brevis plays a well-timed shot off Shivam Dube, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four! South Africa continues to accelerate.Miller and Brevis Build Momentum | South Africa – 78/3(9.5)February 22, 2026 8:21 pmSouth Africa accelerated their scoring rate in this phase, with David Miller and Dewald Brevis building a steady partnership. They added 32 runs without losing any wickets, increasing the run rate considerably.Mid-Innings Phase SummarySouth Africa 78/3 (9.5 Overs)Key Batting Performances:David Miller 34 runs (21 balls) SR 161.9Dewald Brevis 24 runs (18 balls) SR 133.33Key Bowling Performances:Hardik Pandya 1.5 overs, 0 wkts, 9 runs Econ 4.91Varun Chakravarthy 2.0 overs, 0 wkts, 28 runs Econ 14Pandya Bowls a Tight Over | South Africa – 78/3 (9.5)February 22, 2026 8:21 pmHardik Pandya delivered a disciplined over, conceding just 4 runs. David Miller and Dewald Brevis continued to build their partnership, maintaining a steady run rate for South Africa without losing any wickets.End of Over SummarySouth Africa 78/3 (9.5 Overs)Batsmen:David Miller 34 runs (21 balls) SR 161.9Dewald Brevis 24 runs (18 balls) SR 133.33Bowlers:Hardik Pandya 1.5 overs, 0 wkts, 9 runs Econ 4.91Varun Chakravarthy 2.0 overs, 0 wkts, 28 runs Econ 14Miller muscles it over the ropes! | South Africa – 78/3(9.5)February 22, 2026 8:24 pmDavid Miller picks the length perfectly and dispatches Hardik Pandya for a massive SIX! He’s looking in ominous touch, adding crucial runs for South Africa.Fifty-Run Stand! Miller and Brevis steady the ship | South Africa – 67/3 (8.4)February 22, 2026 8:24 pmDavid Miller and Dewald Brevis have forged a crucial 50-run partnership, bringing stability to South Africa’s innings after early wickets. Their aggressive stroke play has kept the scoreboard ticking.🤝 50-Run Partnership!Partnership Details:Total Runs: 53Balls Faced: 29Fours: 7Sixes: 2Individual Contributions:Dewald BrevisRuns: 20 Balls: 11 4s: 2 6s: 1David MillerRuns: 32 Balls: 18 4s: 5 6s: 1Brevis goes big! Lofted over the ropes for a maximum! | South Africa – 67/3 (8.4)February 22, 2026 8:25 pmDewald Brevis clears the boundary with a powerful shot off Varun Chakravarthy, sending the ball sailing for a huge SIX! This is a crucial acceleration for South Africa.Brevis finds the ropes! | South Africa – 63/3(8.3)February 22, 2026 8:25 pmDewald Brevis plays a superb shot, sending Varun Chakravarthy delivery to the boundary for four! A much-needed boundary to keep the scoreboard ticking for South Africa.Miller launches it over the ropes! | South Africa – 56/3(8.1)February 22, 2026 8:25 pmDavid Miller picks the length perfectly and smashes Varun Chakravarthy for a huge SIX! A much-needed maximum to boost the scoring rate for South Africa.Miller finds the fence again! | South Africa – 52/3 (7.0)February 22, 2026 8:25 pmDavid Miller continues his aggressive display, finding the boundary once more off Washington Sundar. He’s keeping the scoreboard ticking for South Africa.Brevis finds the gap with ease | South Africa – 45/3 (6.1)February 22, 2026 8:27 pmDewald Brevis welcomes Washington Sundar with a delightful boundary, driving him through the covers. A confident start to the over for South Africa.South Africa Navigates Powerplay with Mixed Fortunes | South Africa – 41/3 (6.0)February 22, 2026 8:27 pmSouth Africa concludes their powerplay with 41 runs for the loss of 3 wickets. David Miller is leading the charge with 18 runs, while Jasprit Bumrah has been the standout bowler for India, claiming two crucial wickets.Powerplay SummarySouth Africa 41/3 (6.0 Overs)Key Performers:David Miller 18 runs (10 balls) SR 180Dewald Brevis 4 runs (5 balls) SR 80Bowlers Impact:Jasprit Bumrah 2.0 overs, 2 wkts, 7 runs Econ 3.5Arshdeep Singh 3.0 overs, 1 wkt, 22 runs Econ 7.33Hat-trick of Fours! Miller on Fire! | South Africa – 41/3 (5.5)February 22, 2026 8:29 pmDavid Miller unleashes a brutal assault on Arshdeep Singh, smashing three consecutive boundaries! This hat-trick of fours injects much-needed momentum into South Africa’s innings as they look to recover after early setbacks.MATCH STATS: South Africa – 41/3 (5.5 Overs)BatsmenDavid Miller 18 runs (9 balls) SR 200Dewald Brevis 4 runs (5 balls) SR 80BowlersArshdeep Singh 2.5 overs, 1 wkt, 22 runs Econ 7.76Varun Chakravarthy 1.0 overs, 0 wkts, 11 runs Econ 11Over 6 Concludes: Miller Keeps South Africa Afloat | South Africa – 41/3 (6.0)February 22, 2026 8:29 pmArshdeep Singh concedes 10 runs in the 6th over, with David Miller smashing two boundaries to keep the scoreboard ticking for South Africa. No wickets fell, a crucial over for the batting side.End of Over 6South Africa 41/3 (6.0 Overs)Over Summary:Runs Scored: 10Wickets Lost: 0Batsmen:David Miller 18 runs (10 balls) SR 180Dewald Brevis 4 runs (5 balls) SR 80Bowlers:Arshdeep Singh 3.0 overs, 1 wkt, 22 runs Econ 7.33Varun Chakravarthy 1.0 overs, 0 wkts, 11 runs Econ 11Miller finds the fence again! | South Africa – 41/3 (5.4)February 22, 2026 8:35 pmDavid Miller continues his aggressive batting, smashing Arshdeep Singh for another boundary. He is looking to accelerate the scoring for South Africa.Miller finds the gap! | South Africa – 36/3 (5.3)February 22, 2026 8:35 pmDavid Miller dispatches Arshdeep Singh for another boundary! He’s playing a crucial knock here, finding the gaps and keeping the scoreboard ticking.End of Over 5: Miller provides much-needed impetus | South Africa – 31/3 (5.0)February 22, 2026 8:37 pmVarun Chakravarthy bowls the 5th over, conceding 11 runs. David Miller hit two crucial fours, helping South Africa recover after early wickets. No wickets fell in this over.End of Over 5South Africa 31/3 (5.0 Overs)Batsmen:David Miller 10 runs (5 balls) SR 200Dewald Brevis 3 runs (4 balls) SR 75Bowlers:Varun Chakravarthy 1.0 overs, 0 wkts, 11 runs Econ 11Jasprit Bumrah 2.0 overs, 2 wkts, 7 runs Econ 3.5Miller finds the gap again!February 22, 2026 8:37 pmDavid Miller is on the charge, hitting another boundary off Varun Chakravarthy. Back-to-back fours for Miller, injecting some much-needed momentum into the South African innings.Miller finds the ropes! | South Africa – 27/3 (4.4)February 22, 2026 8:43 pmDavid Miller dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for a boundary! A much-needed four for South Africa, easing some pressure off the batting side.Bumrah strikes again, Rickelton departs! | South Africa – 20/3 (4.0)February 22, 2026 8:43 pmJasprit Bumrah picks up his second wicket, as Ryan Rickelton is caught by Shivam Dube. South Africa are now three down and in deep trouble. A crucial breakthrough for India.Wicket!Batsman Out:Ryan RickeltonRuns: 7 Balls: 7 SR 100Bowler:Jasprit BumrahOvers: 2.0 Wickets: 2 Runs: 7 Econ 3.5Ryan Rickelton launches it for a maximum! | South Africa – 13/2 (2.5)February 22, 2026 8:46 pmRyan Rickelton connects beautifully with that one, sending it soaring over the ropes for a massive six! Much needed runs for South Africa after two quick wickets.Markram departs, India strikes again! | South Africa – 12/1 (2.3)February 22, 2026 8:48 pmAiden Markram falls, caught by Hardik Pandya off Arshdeep Singh. Another big wicket for India, as South Africa lose their second early in the innings.Wicket!Batsman Out:Aiden MarkramRuns: 4 Balls: 6 SR 66.67Bowler:Arshdeep SinghOvers: 1.3 Wickets: 1 Runs: 5 Econ 3.33Bumrah strikes! De Kock bowled! | South Africa – 10/1 (1.5)February 22, 2026 8:49 pmJasprit Bumrah delivers a peach of a delivery, cleaning up Quinton de Kock! A massive breakthrough for India, sending the dangerous opener back to the pavilion. What a response after the boundary!Wicket!Batsman Out: Quinton de KockRuns: 6Balls: 7Fours: 1Strike Rate: 85.71Bowler: Jasprit BumrahOvers: 0.5Runs: 6Wickets: 1Economy: 7.2De Kock finds the boundary! | South Africa – 10/0 (1.4)February 22, 2026 8:49 pmQuinton de Kock opens his account with a powerful boundary, driving Jasprit Bumrah through the covers. A confident start for South Africa.Current BattingQuinton de Kock 6 runs (6 balls) SR 100Aiden Markram 3 runs (4 balls) SR 75Current BowlingJasprit Bumrah 0.4 overs, 0 wkts, 6 runs Econ 9Arshdeep Singh 1.0 overs, 0 wkts, 3 runs Econ 3Squads Announced for the Clash!February 22, 2026 8:49 pmThe playing XIs for both India and South Africa have been announced, setting the stage for an exciting encounter. Both teams look strong on paper, promising a thrilling contest.🏏 Playing XIIndiaAbhishek Sharma BatsmanIshan Kishan KeeperTilak Varma BatsmanSuryakumar Yadav Batsman Hardik Pandya All-rounderShivam Dube All-rounderRinku Singh Batsman Washington Sundar All-rounderArshdeep Singh BowlerVarun Chakravarthy BowlerJasprit Bumrah BowlerSouth AfricaAiden Markram All-rounderQuinton de Kock KeeperRyan Rickelton KeeperDewald Brevis BatsmanDavid Miller BatsmanTristan Stubbs BatsmanMarco Jansen All-rounderCorbin Bosch All-rounderKagiso Rabada BowlerKeshav Maharaj BowlerLungi Ngidi BowlerSouth Africa wins the coin flip, opts to bat firstFebruary 22, 2026 8:49 pmSouth Africa has won the toss and elected to bat first on what looks like a good batting surface. They will be looking to put up a formidable total.