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West Indies vs South Africa: Head-to-Head Records Before 2nd T20I
In the opening T20I of the three-match series, the West Indies delivered a stellar performance, defeating South Africa by 7 wickets and taking a 1-0 series lead. The second T20I is scheduled to be held on Sunday, August 26, 2024, at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad.
Under the leadership of Rovman Powell, the West Indies are poised to secure the series with just one more victory. Nicholas Pooran played a pivotal role in the first match, blasting a rapid 65 runs off 26 balls, and is expected to be a crucial player as the hosts aim to sustain their winning form.
Conversely, South Africa, captained by Aiden Markram, faces a challenging task ahead. Despite putting up a commendable performance in the series opener, their batting lineup struggled against the West Indies’ formidable attack.
As we look forward to the 2nd T20I, it’s a good time to review the Head-to-Head record between West Indies and South Africa in T20I cricket. This analysis will provide insight into the historical performance of both teams in the shortest format of the game, adding context to the upcoming clash.
South Africa’s T20I Head-to-Head Record Against West Indies
The T20I rivalry between South Africa and the West Indies is tightly contested, with both teams having won 12 matches each out of their 24 encounters. Despite this even record, the West Indies have recently dominated the matchup, securing victories in four of the last five games.
Head-to-Head Record:
- Matches: 24
- West Indies Wins: 12
- South Africa Wins: 12
- No Result: 0
For South Africa to equalize the series, they will need a standout performance, especially given the recent weaknesses in their batting lineup. The pressure is on Aiden Markram and his team to rise to the occasion and keep the series competitive.
