West Indies' Late Surge: Holder and Shepherd Propel Team to 176 Against South Africa
In a thrilling Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup, Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd's impressive partnership helped the West Indies set a challenging target of 176 runs against South Africa. Despite a strong bowling performance from the South African pace attack, the duo's late surge proved crucial. Discover how the match unfolded and the key performances that shaped this exciting encounter.
| Feb 26, 2026, 17:05 IST
West Indies Sets Competitive Target in T20 World Cup
Ahmedabad: In a pivotal Super 8 clash of the T20 World Cup, Jason Holder and Romario Shepherd propelled the West Indies to a respectable total of 176 for 8 against South Africa on Thursday.
Choosing to bowl first, South Africa showcased a strong bowling performance, with their pace attack comprising Kagiso Rabada (2/22), Lungi Ngidi (3/30), and Corbin Bosch (2/31) claiming seven wickets between them.
However, Holder and Shepherd combined brilliantly, scoring 89 runs off just 57 deliveries for the eighth wicket, helping their team reach a challenging score.
Match Summary:
West Indies: 176 for 8 in 20 overs (Jason Holder 49, Romario Shepherd 52; Kagiso Rabada 2/22, Lungi Ngidi 3/30, Corbin Bosch 2/31).