South Africa vs Afghanistan Live Score Today: The Narendra Modi Stadium is alive with drama! South Africa and Afghanistan are locked in a thrilling Group D battle in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Afghanistan won the toss and asked South Africa to bat first. The Proteas looked set for a huge total, but Rashid Khan changed everything with two quick wickets.
Here’s the latest south africa vs afghanistan live score today update.
South Africa vs Afghanistan Live Score Today – Current Stand
South Africa : 140/3 (15.3 overs) In the middle : Dewald Brevis (12* off 12) and David Miller (2* off 4) are rebuilding. Target ahead : South Africa aims for 180+ in the death overs.
Key Moments So Far
South Africa lost captain Aiden Markram early for just 5 (caught off Fazalhaq Farooqi). But Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton took charge. They smashed a brilliant 114-run partnership that put the Proteas in full control.
Then came the game-changer. In the 13th over, Rashid Khan struck twice in quick succession:
- Quinton de Kock – 59 off 41 (caught by Ibrahim Zadran)
- Ryan Rickelton – 61 off 28 (lbw)
Rashid’s magic brought Afghanistan back into the fight. His figures so far: 2/28. Farooqi grabbed the early breakthrough.
Quick Score Table
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock | 59 | 41 | c Ibrahim Zadran b Rashid Khan |
| Ryan Rickelton | 61 | 28 | lbw b Rashid Khan |
| Aiden Markram | 5 | 8 | c Nabi b Farooqi |
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South Africa still looks strong with Brevis and Miller at the crease. Afghanistan needs more wickets fast to keep the total under control.
This south africa vs afghanistan live score today is heating up fast. Will the Proteas reach 180+ or will Rashid turn the game completely? Stay tuned and drop your thoughts below—who do you think finishes stronger?
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