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Super Over was first introduced by the ICC in 2008. Let's take a look at the list of all international matches decided in Super Over.
South Africa beat Afghanistan after first ever second Super Over in T20 World Cup history; David Miller and Tristan Stubbs heroics enough for Proteas; FREE live stream of ENG vs WI available when you
Super Overs, given their rarity, are hidden gems of T20 World Cup history. What remains more popular is the India vs Pakistan bowl out of 2007, which the MS Dhoni-led side famously won before going on
South Africa survived Kagiso Rabada's final-over meltdown against Afghanistan and then a double Super Over drama before prevailing in a heart-stopping Group D match of the Twenty20 World Cup on Wednesday.
From India vs Pakistan 2007 to SA vs Afghanistan 2026, here are all tied T20 World Cup matches that produced thrilling Super Over drama.
Check out the result, match report and other details of match 13 of the T20 World Cup at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
South Africa win by the barest of margins at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium after both teams finish level on 187 and the match witnesses not one but two Super Overs.
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Heartbreak for Gurbaz and Afghanistan as South Africa win after double Super Over
Regulation time ended at 187-187; then we had 17-17 after the first Super Over; South Africa finally won the game after winning the second Super Over 23-19
The T20 World Cup 2026 match between Afghanistan and South Africa was historic, featuring the first-ever double super over in the tournament's history. Despite Afghanistan's strong performance, South Africa secured a memorable victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
The primary match ended in a spectacular stalemate with both teams scoring 187 runs.