Quinton de Kock's Blazing Fifty Anchors South Africa's Tense Win Over England

Quinton de Kock scored a rapid fifty and South African bowlers bravely defended a low total to secure a seven-run win against England. Despite a late surge from England's Harry Brook and Liam Livingstone, South Africa kept their composure to maintain their winning streak in the T20 World Cup.

Quinton de Kock's scintillating fifty set the stage for South Africa's narrow seven-run triumph over England in their Group 2 Super Eight clash of the T20 World Cup on Friday. South African bowlers showcased resilience, effectively defending a sub-par score of 163/6 against a determined English side.

England, well-poised after limiting South Africa despite De Kock's 38-ball 65, faltered despite a spirited comeback led by Harry Brook (53) and Liam Livingstone (33). Their chase ended at 156 for six, reflecting commendable yet insufficient resistance.

Amid initial struggles, England found themselves requiring 46 runs off the last four overs. Despite Ottneil Baartman conceding 21 runs in the 17th over, Kagiso Rabada's 18th over breakthrough and Marco Jansen's penultimate over frugality ensured England needed 14 from the final over. Anrich Nortje held his nerve, dismissing Brooks to secure South Africa's victory.

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