south africa hit Sri Lanka They won by a convincing six-wicket margin at the Nassau County International Cricket Ground in New York on Monday (June 3). South Africa wins the opening match T20 World Cup 2024 It was built on the back of a hot bowling performance led by Unplayable. Anrich Norce.
Sri Lanka spread with the bat
Sri Lanka, who chose to bat first after winning the toss, managed only 77 runs in just 19.1 overs. Their batting line-up could not handle the speed and accuracy of the South African bowling attack. opener Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis It fell cheaply and set the tone for a disappointing batting display. Only Angelo Matthews (16 points) could offer some resistance to the Proteas attack.
Anrich Nortje causes chaos
The key player in Sri Lanka’s downfall was a fast bowler. Anrich Norce. He tore through the Sri Lankan batting, taking a career-high four wickets for just seven runs from four overs. His raw pace and swing proved to be too much for the Sri Lankan batsmen, who consistently struggled with his delivery. Kagiso Rabada (2 turnstiles), Keshav Maharaj (2 turnstiles) and Otneil Baartman (1 wicket) provided superb support and ensured that Sri Lanka never recovered from their early slump.
Easily Chase South Africa
South Africa, who achieved a modest target of 78 points, ran into little trouble. Despite losing a few wickets along the way, the opening batsman Quinton de Kock (20 runs) provided a stable base. Heinrich Classen (19 not out) and David Miller (6 not out) ensured a smooth chase, guiding the Proteas comfortably home in just 16.2 overs.
Nortje’s record-breaking performance
Nortje not only won the man-of-the-match award for his superb bowling performance, but also etched his name into the record books. His figures of 4/7 surpassed the previous best by a South African bowler in a T20 World Cup match, cementing his place as a force to be reckoned with in the tournament.
Dominant start for the Proteas
This comprehensive victory serves as a strong warning to other teams participating in the competition. South Africa’s bowling attack showed great control and aggression, while their batting line-up showed their ability to chase down the total with composure. With all departments firing on all cylinders, the Proteas have established themselves as strong contenders for the coveted T20 World Cup trophy.
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Here’s Twitter’s reaction:
ANRICH NORTJE – South Africa’s best bowling spell in T20I World Cup history 🏆 pic.twitter.com/82BY6c6w0W
—Jones. (@CricCrazyJohns) June 3, 2024
Anrich Norce – 4-0-7-4. 🤯🔥
– One of the most outrageous spells from a South African! 🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/oHVI2gW9NB
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 3, 2024
🔥 Nothing but rockets. #SLvSA
Anrich Nortje showing some impressive pace bowling! #follow me #BePartOfIt #Out of this world #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/H4613PG2ep
— Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) June 3, 2024
This is NORTJE at its best. ⚡️
He was suffering from injuries. He was ruled out of the IPL. He had some costly bowling figures in some games. Even his place in the WC squad was uncertain.
And he came right back with a BANG. The greatest bowling figure in SA cricket history. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/gzHl54CFD1
– Saif Ahmed 🇧🇩 (@saifahmed75) June 3, 2024
Anrich Nortje has received a lot of criticism of late, and it is of course respectfully justified. He absolutely deserves credit for how he recovered. He needs some kind of elite mindset to continue to believe in himself and his abilities 👌🙌👊#T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/namTInjzAK
— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) June 3, 2024
Anrich Nortje bowled the most economical four-over spell in T20 World Cup history.#cricket #T20World Cup #SLvSA #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/r0tXcdLDPi
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) June 3, 2024
Anrich Norce Today vs Sri Lanka 🔥
4️⃣-0️⃣-7️⃣-4️⃣#T20World Cup #SAvsSL pic.twitter.com/SYTkMNQsjD
— Nawaz 🇵instagram (@Rnawaz31888) June 3, 2024
Most 4fers in T20WC
3 – Anrich Norce*
3 – Saeed Ajmal
3 – Shakib Al Hasan
2 – Morne Morkel
2 – Ajanta Mendis
2 – Mustafizur Rahman
2 – Shahid Afridi
2 – Umar Gul pic.twitter.com/R9MQhnHGNI– 𝑺𝒉𝒃้𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) June 3, 2024
ANRICH NORTJE has bowled South Africa’s best bowling performance in T20 World Cup history.
– 7/4 in 4 overs. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/dI0DGXtroP
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) June 3, 2024
Anrich Nortje has become South Africa’s best figure in T20 World Cup history.
Knowing their track record, they will look unremarkable and look like a team that can beat until they get knocked out. pic.twitter.com/ijRDkHbtzM
— Sujeetsuman (@sujeetsuman1991) June 3, 2024
Anrich Norce: 4-0-7-4
This is a truly excellent spell. Really devastating bowling. pic.twitter.com/JfSG526PHj
— Heisenberg (@rovvmut_) June 3, 2024
