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The South Africa National Cricket Team Vs Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Match Scorecard provides a detailed look at one of the most competitive matchups in international cricket. The two teams have produced memorable contests across Tests, ODIs and T20Is, featuring outstanding batting displays, disciplined bowling spells and dramatic finishes. Recent meetings have included South Africa’s six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka at the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, while their 2023 ODI World Cup clash saw South Africa post 428/5 before winning by 102 runs.
This scorecard guide covers the key match details, toss, playing XIs, team squads, batting and bowling performances, innings summaries, important partnerships, major statistics and match-changing moments. It is designed to give readers a clear view of how the contest unfolded and which players made the biggest impact.
Match Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sri Lanka vs South Africa |
| Tournament | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Match | 4th Match, Group D |
| Date | June 3, 2024 |
| Venue | Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York |
| Toss | Sri Lanka won the toss |
| Decision | Sri Lanka elected to bat |
| Sri Lanka | 77 all out |
| South Africa | 80/4 in 16.2 overs |
| Result | South Africa won by 6 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Anrich Nortje |
| Nortje’s figures | 4/7 |
| Points | South Africa 2, Sri Lanka 0 |
The match was played on a challenging New York pitch where uneven bounce and movement made stroke-making difficult. South Africa’s bowlers adapted particularly well, while Sri Lanka struggled to build partnerships.
Match Summary
Sri Lanka were immediately under pressure after choosing to bat. Ottneil Baartman removed Pathum Nissanka with the first ball of his World Cup career, setting the tone for South Africa’s bowling effort.
Kusal Mendis made 19 from 30 balls and Angelo Mathews contributed 16 from 16, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. Nortje took four wickets for only seven runs, while Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj claimed two wickets each. Sri Lanka were eventually dismissed for 77 in 19.1 overs.
South Africa’s chase was not completely straightforward. Reeza Hendricks fell for 4 and captain Aiden Markram made 12 before being dismissed. Quinton de Kock added 20 and Tristan Stubbs scored 13, but both departed before the target was reached.
Heinrich Klaasen remained unbeaten on 19 from 22 balls and David Miller finished unbeaten on 6 from 6. Miller struck the winning boundary off Wanindu Hasaranga in the 16.2nd over.
Toss Report
Sri Lanka captain Wanindu Hasaranga won the toss and elected to bat first.
Hasaranga believed Sri Lanka’s strong bowling attack could defend a competitive total. South Africa captain Aiden Markram said his side would also have preferred to bowl first because of uncertainty about how the pitch would behave.
The decision ultimately worked heavily in South Africa’s favor because their fast bowlers exploited the fresh conditions.
Playing XI
Sri Lanka Playing XI
| No. | Player | Role |
| 1 | Pathum Nissanka | Batter |
| 2 | Kusal Mendis | Wicketkeeper |
| 3 | Kamindu Mendis | All-rounder |
| 4 | Sadeera Samarawickrama | Batter |
| 5 | Charith Asalanka | Batter |
| 6 | Angelo Mathews | All-rounder |
| 7 | Dasun Shanaka | All-rounder |
| 8 | Wanindu Hasaranga | Captain, all-rounder |
| 9 | Maheesh Theekshana | Bowler |
| 10 | Matheesha Pathirana | Bowler |
| 11 | Nuwan Thushara | Bowler |
South Africa Playing XI
| No. | Player | Role |
| 1 | Quinton de Kock | Wicketkeeper |
| 2 | Reeza Hendricks | Batter |
| 3 | Aiden Markram | Captain, all-rounder |
| 4 | Heinrich Klaasen | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| 5 | David Miller | Batter |
| 6 | Tristan Stubbs | Batter |
| 7 | Marco Jansen | All-rounder |
| 8 | Keshav Maharaj | Bowler |
| 9 | Kagiso Rabada | Bowler |
| 10 | Anrich Nortje | Bowler |
| 11 | Ottneil Baartman | Bowler |
The confirmed XIs featured South Africa’s four-pronged pace attack alongside left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj. Sri Lanka selected a balanced combination featuring several experienced all-rounders and multiple spin options.
Team Squads
South Africa Squad
South Africa’s tournament group included a strong core of experienced international players, with Aiden Markram leading the side. Quinton de Kock, Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller provided major batting options, while Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj and Ottneil Baartman formed the bowling unit.
Sri Lanka Squad
Sri Lanka entered the tournament under Wanindu Hasaranga with a mixture of experienced campaigners and emerging players. Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka and Angelo Mathews formed important parts of the batting group, while Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana and Nuwan Thushara added variety to the bowling attack.
Full Match Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate |
| Sri Lanka | 77 all out | 19.1 | 4.02 |
| South Africa | 80/4 | 16.2 | 4.90 |
Result: South Africa won by 6 wickets with 22 balls remaining.
First Innings Scorecard
Sri Lanka Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s |
| Pathum Nissanka | c Klaasen b Baartman | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Kusal Mendis | c Stubbs b Nortje | 19 | 30 | 1 | 0 |
| Kamindu Mendis | c Hendricks b Nortje | 11 | 15 | 1 | 0 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | st de Kock b Maharaj | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Sadeera Samarawickrama | b Maharaj | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Charith Asalanka | c Hendricks b Nortje | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| Angelo Mathews | c Baartman b Nortje | 16 | 16 | 0 | 2 |
| Dasun Shanaka | b Rabada | 9 | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | not out | 7 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| Matheesha Pathirana | c Markram b Rabada | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Nuwan Thushara | run out | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | All out | 77 | 19.1 ov |
Sri Lanka’s batting never established control. Kusal Mendis was the top scorer with 19, while Mathews’ 16 was the only other innings of significant resistance. The team lost wickets at regular intervals and could not build a partnership capable of changing the momentum.
South Africa Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets |
| Marco Jansen | 3.1 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 4 | 1 | 21 | 2 |
| Ottneil Baartman | 4 | 1 | 9 | 1 |
| Keshav Maharaj | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 |
| Anrich Nortje | 4 | 0 | 7 | 4 |
Nortje delivered the decisive spell. His 4/7 was his best T20I figures at the time and earned him Player of the Match honors. Baartman was also highly effective, taking a wicket with his first World Cup delivery and conceding only nine runs.
Second Innings Scorecard
South Africa Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s |
| Quinton de Kock | c & b Hasaranga | 20 | 27 | 0 | 1 |
| Reeza Hendricks | c Kamindu Mendis b Thushara | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Aiden Markram | c Kamindu Mendis b Shanaka | 12 | 14 | 0 | 1 |
| Tristan Stubbs | c Asalanka b Hasaranga | 13 | 28 | 0 | 0 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | not out | 19 | 22 | 1 | 1 |
| David Miller | not out | 6 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 4 wickets | 80 | 16.2 ov |
South Africa’s chase was slower than expected because of the difficult pitch. De Kock’s 20 gave the innings stability, while Klaasen remained calm after the Proteas slipped to 58/4.
Klaasen and Miller then completed the chase without further damage. Klaasen’s six and four off successive deliveries in the 15th over helped remove much of the remaining pressure, before Miller struck the winning four in the 17th over.
Sri Lanka Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets |
| Angelo Mathews | 3 | 0 | 16 | 0 |
| Nuwan Thushara | 3 | 0 | 18 | 1 |
| Dasun Shanaka | 3 | 1 | 6 | 1 |
| Matheesha Pathirana | 3 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 3.2 | 0 | 22 | 2 |
| Maheesh Theekshana | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Hasaranga’s two wickets briefly gave Sri Lanka hope, while Shanaka’s controlled spell produced one wicket for only six runs. However, the target was too small to create sustained scoreboard pressure.
Key Match Statistics
| Statistic | Figure |
| Sri Lanka total | 77 |
| South Africa total | 80/4 |
| Highest Sri Lanka scorer | Kusal Mendis, 19 |
| Highest South Africa scorer | Quinton de Kock, 20 |
| Best bowler | Anrich Nortje, 4/7 |
| Sri Lanka’s best bowler | Wanindu Hasaranga, 2/22 |
| Match-winning margin | 6 wickets |
| Balls remaining | 22 |
| Player of the Match | Anrich Nortje |
South Africa’s bowling was the defining factor. Nortje’s economy rate of 1.75 was particularly impressive on a pitch that was difficult for batters to judge.
Match Turning Points
Baartman’s first-ball breakthrough
Ottneil Baartman immediately removed Pathum Nissanka. The early wicket prevented Sri Lanka from establishing a strong Powerplay.
Nortje’s four-wicket spell
Nortje repeatedly attacked the Sri Lankan middle order and finished with extraordinary figures of 4/7. His spell turned pressure into a complete batting collapse.
Maharaj’s double strike
Keshav Maharaj removed Wanindu Hasaranga and Sadeera Samarawickrama in quick succession, leaving Sri Lanka 32/4.
Klaasen’s counterattack
South Africa reached 58/4 and still had work to do on the tricky surface. Klaasen’s six and four against Hasaranga changed the mood of the chase.
Miller finishes the match
David Miller hit the winning four off Hasaranga at 16.2 overs, completing South Africa’s six-wicket victory.
Final Thoughts
South Africa opened their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 campaign with a six-wicket victory over Sri Lanka after one of their strongest bowling displays of the tournament. Anrich Nortje was the central figure, taking 4/7 and earning Player of the Match honors. Sri Lanka’s 77 all out left too little room for their bowlers to defend, even though Hasaranga’s two wickets made the chase more competitive than the target suggested.
The match also highlighted the importance of adapting quickly to New York’s difficult batting conditions. South Africa’s bowlers understood the surface better, created sustained pressure and gave their batters a manageable target.
FAQ
1. Who won the South Africa vs Sri Lanka T20 World Cup 2024 match?
South Africa won by six wickets, reaching 80/4 in 16.2 overs after Sri Lanka were dismissed for 77.
2. Who was Player of the Match?
Anrich Nortje was named Player of the Match after taking 4 wickets for just 7 runs.
3. What was Sri Lanka’s score?
Sri Lanka scored 77 all out in 19.1 overs.
4. What was South Africa’s score?
South Africa scored 80/4 in 16.2 overs.
5. Who was South Africa’s best bowler?
Anrich Nortje was South Africa’s best bowler with outstanding figures of 4/7 from four overs.
