South Africa defeated Afghanistan in one of T20 cricket's most dramatic encounters after two super overs at the World Cup. The Proteas edged past their rivals in Ahmedabad after a match featuring 187 runs each in regulation play, with the contest ultimately decided by the finest of margins in an unforgettable contest.

Quinton de Kock (59) and Ryan Rickelton (61) propelled South Africa to 187-6, but Afghanistan's chase stayed alive through Rahmanullah Gurbaz's blistering 84 from 42 balls. The match went to a super over after two no-balls from Rabada, then another tie, before David Miller's 16-ball cameo helped South Africa post 23 in the second super over, with Afghanistan falling just short.

The victory significantly boosts South Africa's knockout prospects after they followed up their 57-run win over Canada. Afghanistan's campaign, however, appears all but over after consecutive defeats. South Africa now face New Zealand on Saturday, while Afghanistan must beat UAE in Delhi on Monday to keep their slim hopes alive.