South Africa defeated Afghanistan by five wickets thanks to an undefeated half-century from Rassie van der Dussen and a 64-run stand for the first wicket between Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma.
In the World Cup’s final league match on Friday, South Africa defeated Afghanistan by five wickets thanks to an undefeated half-century from Rassie van der Dussen and a 64-run opening partnership between Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma. In 47.3 overs, the Proteas—who have already advanced to the semifinals—finished their chase of 245 to win. Currently sitting in second place behind India, who have sixteen points, they have just fourteen. Van der Dussen’s unbeaten 76 off 95 balls helped lead the Proteas home after early contributions from De Kock (41) and Bavuma (23). Afghanistan scored a difficult 244 all out earlier, but Azmatullah Omarzai hit a tough unbeaten 97.
