South Africa Seal Semis, India Face Decider
South Africa booked their place in the T20 World Cup semifinals on Monday, while India were left staring at a virtual quarterfinal in the Super 8 stage.
The Proteas confirmed qualification with a clinical win that took them clear at the top of the table, maintaining an unbeaten run in the second phase. “We’ve been consistent and deserve this spot,” South Africa’s captain said after the match.
India, meanwhile, must win their final Super 8 clash to stay alive. “It’s simple — we treat it like a knockout,” India’s skipper admitted.
A former international noted that net run rate could still play a role, but India’s path is clear: win and advance.
With one semifinal ticket taken, the pressure now shifts squarely onto India in a do-or-die showdown.