The defending champions, England, will face a tough challenge against the undefeated South Africa in the crucial Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup 2024 at Gros Islet’s Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium on Friday, June 21. Both teams have been in superb form lately and are targeting an early semifinal spot from Group 2.
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England:
After navigating the initial stages of Super 8, England registered a commanding victory against the West Indies. Phil Salt continued his stellar form, scoring 87 off 47 balls, helping England chase down a target of 181 with eight wickets and 15 balls to spare. This win has positioned England favorably in the Group 2 table.
South Africa:
The Proteas have been impressive, maintaining an unbeaten streak. They secured an 18-run victory over the USA in their first Super 8 match. South Africa has demonstrated excellence with both bat and ball, aiming to finally claim a World Cup trophy.
Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium offers a balanced surface with a slight edge for pace bowlers in T20 cricket. The most recent match saw West Indies scoring a record 218 against Afghanistan, highlighting the pitch’s potential for high-scoring games. With England and South Africa’s strong batting lineups, another high-scoring contest is anticipated.
T20I Record and Stats at Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium
- Total T20I Matches: 39
- Matches won batting first: 17
- Matches won bowling first: 22
- Average first innings score: 145
- Average second innings score: 129
- Highest total scored: 218/5 by West Indies vs Afghanistan
- Lowest total recorded: 72 all out by BAN-W vs SL-W
- Highest score chased: 197/7 by Australia vs Pakistan
- Lowest total defended: 97/7 by SL-W vs BAN-W
Fans can expect an exciting and competitive match between two in-form teams. The pitch conditions at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium suggest that a high-scoring game is likely, with both teams capable of exploiting the balanced surface. The outcome of this match could significantly impact the journey to the semifinals for both England and South Africa.