India, Feb. 26 -- Incessant rain ensured that the match between Australia and South Africa was abandoned without even a ball being bowled in Rawalpindi.

The exciting contest was called off, with both sides sharing a point because of a no-result.

With this, South Africa stay atop the Group B with three points at a NRR of +2.140, while Australia are second with +0.475.

Temba Bavuma stated that the South African spirits were high despite the washout, and also updated that Heinrich Klaasen was fit and raring to go for the upcoming games.

Both sides had a win coming into their second contest.

South Africa overcame the Afghan threat with aplomb, unleashing a total performance that saw them secure a 107-run win.

However, what followed was ...