T20 World Cup 2026: South Africa Beat India by 76 Runs in Super 8
Why in the news
South Africa beat India by 76 runs in a Super 8 fixture of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on 24 February 2026. The loss ended India’s unbeaten sequence in the tournament.
Key facts
- South Africa posted 187/7, and India were all out for 111 in 18.5 overs.
- The 76-run margin is India’s largest defeat by runs in T20 World Cup history.
- South Africa broke India’s record run of 12 consecutive wins in T20 World Cups.
- The match was played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 187/7 |
| India | 111 all out (18.5 overs) |
| Result | South Africa won by 76 runs |
About the tournament
The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup features 20 teams and 55 matches. It is hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka and runs from 7 February to 8 March 2026. The format has a group stage, a Super 8 stage and knockouts.
Exam angle
- Result to remember: South Africa won by 76 runs at Eden Gardens on 24 February 2026.
- India’s streak of 12 T20 World Cup wins was a record.
- Hosts: India and Sri Lanka; 20 teams.