India take on South Africa in a high-stakes Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad — a repeat of the 2024 final. Both teams enter as group toppers, setting up the 36th T20I meeting between the two cricketing powerhouses. India lead the overall head-to-head 21-13 (1 No Result) and hold a 5-2 edge in T20 World Cup history, remaining unbeaten against the Proteas in knockout matches, including victories in the 2014 semi-final and 2024 final. Key talking points include possible dewy conditions in Ahmedabad, India’s relatively slower scoring rate in overs 7–10, whether Abhishek Sharma can return to form, and how South Africa’s spin attack could challenge India’s left-handers. With Rabada, Ngidi, Jansen and Maharaj spearheading the Proteas bowling unit, the Super 8 opener promises a tactical showdown.
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