South Africa pipped Bangladesh for a thrilling four-run win at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Monday.
Led by Tanzim Hasan and Taskin Ahmed’s Powerplay burst, Bangladesh restricted South Africa to 113 for six. While their ploy to bat first had misfired, South Africa kept themselves in the hunt with some economical bowling and chipped in with quick wickets.
Even though Towhid Hridoy and Mahmudullah took the fight deep, South Africa held their nerve to dismiss both batters to secure their third successive win. It is also the lowest total successfully defended in the history of the tournament.
The win will put South Africa firmly in the driver’s seat for a Super Eight spot.
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