T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa vs Sri Lanka Showdown in New York
Match Overview
South Africa is set to clash with Sri Lanka on June 3 at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York during the T20 World Cup 2024. Aiden Markram will lead the Proteas, while Wanindu Hasaranga will captain the Lankan side.
South Africa’s Recent Form
Since 2023, South Africa has struggled in T20Is, playing 11 matches that resulted in losses for 9 of them. Their recent series against the West Indies ended in a 3-0 defeat, with losses by 28 runs, 16 runs, and 8 wickets, respectively. Despite these setbacks, South Africa has several IPL 2024 stars who could make a difference in the upcoming match.
South African Stars in IPL 2024
Heinrich Klaasen, representing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2024, scored 479 runs in 15 innings, with a highest score of 80* and a strike rate of 171.07. Aiden Markram, also from SRH, scored 220 runs in 11 innings with a half-century and a strike rate of 124.29. David Miller from Gujarat Titans (GT) contributed 210 runs in 9 innings with a strike rate of 151.07. Tristan Stubbs, the second-highest run-scorer for Delhi Capitals (DC) after Rishabh Pant, scored 378 runs in 11 innings with a striking rate of 190.90.
Bowling Prowess
On the bowling side, Kagiso Rabada took 11 wickets in 11 innings with an economy rate of 8.85. Anrich Nortje, playing for DC, claimed 7 wickets in 6 innings.
Sri Lanka’s Winning Streak
Sri Lanka enters the match on the back of three consecutive T20I series victories, albeit against weaker teams. They defeated Bangladesh and Afghanistan, both missing key players, and Zimbabwe, who did not qualify for the 2024 World Cup. Despite their 2014 T20 World Cup victory, Sri Lanka has not made a significant impact in ICC tournaments over the past decade.
Sri Lankan Stars in IPL 2024
Matheesha Pathirana impressed for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2024, taking 13 wickets in 6 matches. His teammate, Maheesh Theekshana, claimed 2 wickets in 5 matches.
How to Watch
The T20 World Cup 2024, including the Sri Lanka vs South Africa match, will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network. Viewers can watch with English commentary on Star Sports 1 HD and SD channels and with Hindi commentary on Star Sports 3 HD and SD channels. The match will also be available for live streaming on the Disney+ Hotstar app, starting at 8 PM IST on June 3.(Dubai7 realmoneygame)