England vs South Africa Scorecard and Highlights: Marco Jansen delivers a stunning 19th over under pressure to take South Africa over the line in a thriller

England vs South Africa Scorecard and Highlights: Post-Match comments

South Africa Captain - Aiden Markram: Last three overs we had a lot against us but the bowlers had good plans and pulled it off. Message after the powerplay was it got slower. If I am greedy we were 10-20 short especially after the start we got. Not quite played a completely game of cricket but we are on the right track. Quinny (de Kock) has been good for us in the last two games. It was a bit nerve-wracking in those overs but it can happen. The plans were there just the execution wasn't. I'm grateful that catch (off Brook) stuck.

England Captain - Jos Buttler: Powerplay. Quinton came in with a lot of intent and we couldn't quite match that. We pulled it back and were happy to chase that target but his innings was the difference. We came back well with the ball. Brook and Livingstone had a fantastic partnership to get us close and even look like favourites but credit to South Africa for closing out the game. Really valuable. He's very understanding that you don't get to face many balls in T20 cricket at that positions. He's hitting the ball really well in the nets and backing himself. Looking forward to the next one.
Quinton de Kock - Player of the Match: It (the pitch) definitely doesn't play the same as night games. It's completely a different surface compared to the night games. There was a little bit of extra bounce early on. I try to carry on confidence game by game. We bowled really well in the powerplay, and we controlled it very nicely. To be able to defend 160 on a decent wicket is a good effort from us.

England vs South Africa Scorecard and Highlights: Marco Jansen delivers a stunning 19th over under pressure to take South Africa over the line in a thriller

Great work from Marco Jansen to keep 14 for the last over and Nortje finishes it off well!! South Africa made life hard for themselves but came out trumps in the end.. one of the best games of the tournament so far. 

England vs South Africa Live Score: Liam Livingstone and Harry Brook fight back for England, South Africa now under pressure - High drama in St.Lucia

The match has turned on it's head!! High drama in St.Lucia!

England vs South Africa Live Score: Keshav Maharaj spins the web on England who are reeling at 81/4 in 13 overs

The South Africa bowlers have done a fantastic job here and have not allowed the English batter to settle down and score runs easily.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Keshav Maharaj strikes twice and gets South Africa right back into the game

England have lost the plot in the chase and South Africa are over them all over like a rash!! 

England vs South Africa Live Score: England lose Phil Salt early in the powerplay and South Africa fighting to defend this lowish score

Kagiso Rabada strikes for South Africa and they get the dangers Salt heading back to the dressing room!! A few more wickets needed from here to pile on the pressure on England. 

England vs South Africa Live Score: Quinton de Kock and David Miller gritty knocks take South Africa to 163/6 in 20 overs

South Africa end with 163/6 after getting off to a flying start!! They will be disappointed in the end but the pitch seems to have changed character, it has gotten very difficult to bat on this surface in St. Lucia.

England vs South Africa Live Score: England are dominating the game with some exceptional bowling, South Africa have lost the way after Quinton de Kock's dismissal

The England bowlers have done well to fight back and pull things back in their direction!! The pitch seems to have slowed down a tough and run scoring has got difficult. David Miller and Tristan Stubbs need to play till the end if SA need a fighting total..

England vs South Africa Live Score: Quinton de Kock and Reeza Hendricks get dismissed and England fight back well

South Africa have lost their way after a fantastic start, they have lose both openers and couple of unfortunate wickets as well. England have turned the momentum in their direction. 

England vs South Africa Live Score: Quinton de Kock and Reeza Hendricks take South Africa off to a brilliant start in the powerplay

Quinton de Kock and Reeza Hendricks off to a flying start here in the powerplay, The England bowlers seem to have no answers whatsoever.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Pitch report by Natalie Germanos and Michael Atherton

It's a fresh pitch. 69 meter and 66 meter square boundaries. 76 meters down the ground. Not much different to the pitch we saw the other night. England have the advantage of having played here. Don't think it really matters (bat first or bowl first). Expecting a good surface.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Comments at toss

South Africa Captain - Aiden Markram: Would've also bowled first, just on the basis it's an early start and there's a bit of moisture. Most of the games moving forward we have to start well. Hopefully the boys are nice and fresh for today's challenge. Top-order needed it, spent some time out there. Reminder of how to score runs in this part of the world.

England Captains - Jos Buttler: We're going to bowl first today. Fresh wicket, looks a good pitch. Maybe a little bit of moisture early on. Chased well the other day, so will back that formula again. Going with the same team. Obviously want to look after him as well as we can (Jofra). He's in a good place.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Playing XIs

South Africa (Playing XI): Quinton de Kock(w), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram(c), David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Ottneil Baartman.

England (Playing XI): Philip Salt, Jos Buttler(w/c), Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Toss

England have won the toss and opted to bowl first.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Toss update

Were are just 15 mins away from the highly anticipated toss for the 45th match of the T20 World Cup 2024. The Weather is clear and we should have issues with starting on time.

England vs South Africa Live Score: Head-to-Head stats

Total matches – 25

England  – 12

South Africa– 12

No Result - 1

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England vs South Africa Live Score: Pitch Report - Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium

The pitch at Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium has been favorable to batters, the highest runs in the tournament have been scored at this venue. The venue has hosted four matches in the tournament so far, with teams batting first and chasing winning two games apiece. The match on Friday will be the first-morning match at the venue in the ongoing tournament.

The conditions here have favored the batters as the venue has the highest average run rate amongst all other venues used in this tournament. Runs have come at 9.17 runs an over at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium.

England vs South Africa: South Africa (Team News)

South Africa enters this T20 World Cup clash on a high note, riding an unbeaten streak after five games. Their most recent victory came against the United States by 18 runs, a match that saw the resurgence of Quinton de Kock's form.

His blistering 74 off 40 balls, complemented by a 110-run partnership with Aiden Markram, has given the South African batting lineup a much-needed boost. This was South Africa's first-century stand in 19 T20Is, signaling a potential shift in their batting capabilities.

South Africa might face a stern test against England, who are regarded as favorites due to their recent success and understanding of the conditions. However, the Proteas' resilience and current form suggest that they are well-prepared to put up a formidable fight.

This encounter promises to be a thrilling contest, with South Africa aiming to maintain their unbeaten run and England looking to capitalize on their home-ground advantage. Fans can expect a high-octane battle of skill, strategy, and determination in Gros Islet on Friday.

England vs South Africa: England (Team News)

England will return to the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium on Friday, where they recently secured a convincing eight-wicket victory over the West Indies.

South Africa, on the other hand, hasn't played a T20I at this venue since May 2010, but they come into this match fresh from a respectable win against the United States. The stage is perfectly set for an exciting encounter in the men's T20 World Cup.

England might be considered the favorites on Friday due to their recent success and better understanding of the conditions. However, South Africa's unbeaten streak and strong batting performances make them formidable opponents.

This match promises a thrilling contest, with both teams likely to deliver a spectacle of aggressive and big-hitting cricket. As the players step onto the field, fans should be ready for a riveting clash under the lights of Gros Islet.

England vs South Africa: Probable Playing XIs

Probable XI: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler (c&wk), Moeen Ali, Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley

Probable XI: Quinton de Kock (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Ottneil Baartman

England vs South Africa Live Score: Squads

England Squad: Philip Salt, Jos Buttler(w/c), Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Chris Jordan, Tom Hartley

South Africa Squad: Quinton de Kock(w), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram(c), David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi, Ryan Rickelton, Ottneil Baartman, Bjorn Fortuin, Gerald Coetzee

England vs South Africa Live Score: ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Super 8, Match 45

Hello and welcome to the live blog of the 45th match played between England and South Africa.