T20 World Cup 2026: Double Super Over drama, West Indies upset and Australia’s spectacular win

Yesterday was full of thrills, ups and downs and big upsets in the group stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. A historic match of Double Super Over was witnessed in Ahmedabad, while in Mumbai the West Indies batsmen gave a crushing defeat to England. Australia also made its intentions clear by registering a big win over Ireland.

South Africa VS Afghanistan: Breath stopped in double super over

The match played at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad has become one of the most exciting matches of the tournament so far. Batting first, South Africa scored 187 runs. In reply, Afghanistan put up a brilliant fight and the match ended in a tie. The first super over also ended in a draw, due to which the match reached the second super over. Ultimately, on the strength of experience, South Africa registered a historic victory. Fast bowler Lungi Ngidi was adjudged ‘Player of the Match’ for his good bowling.

west indies VS England: Rutherford’s big innings

West Indies achieved a big victory by defeating England by 30 runs in Mumbai. Caribbean batsman Rutherford played an explosive inning of 76 runs in 42 balls, which included 7 sixes. West Indies made a strong score of 196 runs. While chasing the target, England team got entangled in the spin of spinner Gudakesh Moti and were reduced to 166 runs.

Australia’s big win over Ireland

In the third major match of the day, Australia defeated Ireland by 67 runs. Ireland’s batting disintegrated in front of the Australian bowlers. With this victory, Australia made a strong start to their campaign and presented a strong claim in the group.

today’s big competition: India VS namibia

Now all eyes will be on the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, where India will face Namibia. India will play its second match under the leadership of Surya Kumar Yadav.

The thrill of the double super over, the Caribbean storm and the aggression of Australia in tomorrow’s matches have made the tournament even more interesting. The competition is expected to be tougher in the coming matches, as every team wants to strengthen its place in the race for the semi-finals.