Ahmedabad, Feb. 26 -- Captain Aiden Markram delivered a masterclass in controlled aggression, smashing an unbeaten 82 to power South Africa to a thumping nine-wicket win over West Indies in the Super 8 Group 1 clash of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium here on Thursday.
Markram fittingly sealed the contest in style. With South Africa needing just four runs, Jason Holder missed his yorker and offered a full toss, which Markram smashed straight down the ground for four in the 16.1st over, sparking celebrations in the dugout as South Africa remained unbeaten in the competition.
Chasing 177, South Africa reached 177 for one in just 16.1 overs at a run rate of 10.95. Markram's 46-ball knock, studded with seven fours...