South Africa has made it to the finals by defeating Afghanistan by 9 wickets.
South Africa vs Afghanistan, Semi Final 1: The first semi-final match of the ongoing T20 World Cup was played between South Africa and Afghanistan today on 27 June. Let us tell you that in this match, the Proteas defeated Afghanistan by 9 wickets and made it to the T20 World Cup final for the first time.
So today was a historic day in South African cricket history. Also, as soon as South Africa made it to the finals of the ongoing T20 World Cup, most of the team players were seen getting emotional.
On the other hand, after this victory of the South African cricket team, the eyes of former player and legendary fast bowler Dale Steyn also became moist, and he was seen crying at this special moment, the video of which is rapidly going viral on social media. Also, fans are seen reacting rapidly to this video of Steyn.
Watch this viral video of Dale Steyn
If we give you information about the first semi-final match of the ongoing T20 World Cup, then in this match played at Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad, the Afghan team won the toss and decided to bat first, which proved to be completely wrong for them.
Afghanistan was all out for just 56 runs in 11.5 overs in front of South Africa’s superb bowling. Marco Jansen and Tabrez Shamsi took 3-3 wickets for the Proteas team, while Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Norkhia got 2-2 wickets. After this, South Africa easily achieved the target of 57 runs given by Afghanistan by losing only 1 wicket in 8.5 overs.
Dale Steyn turns 41
Also, if we give you information about Dale Steyn, the former legendary cricketer is celebrating his 41st birthday on 27 June. So on this special occasion, the cricket world was also seen wishing him a lot of good wishes.
The best birthday gift for Dale Steyn from South Africa’s men’s team 🎂 pic.twitter.com/tOAlhZdohk
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