Lowest Totals Defended in T20 World Cup History: South Africa Surpass India, Sri Lanka's Joint Record

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In a momentous event in cricket history, South Africa defended the lowest total ever in a T20 World Cup match. Also read: Most Runs in T20 World Cup | Most Wickets | Most Sixes | Complete Points Table

South Africa managed to defend a mere 113 runs against Bangladesh, winning the match by four runs in New York on June 10. This remarkable feat surpassed previous records by Sri Lanka and India, who did so against Pakistan 24 hours ago.

Lowest Total defended in the history of T20 World Cup

Prior to this, the record for the lowest total successfully defended was held by Sri Lanka, who defended 119 runs against New Zealand in Chattogram in 2014. South Africa's achievement not only broke this record but also emphasized the strategic depth and resilience required to win in such challenging circumstances.

During the match, South Africa struggled with the bat and were all out for 113 runs. The modest total seemed insufficient against a competitive Bangladeshi side. However, South Africa's bowlers turned the game around with a disciplined and aggressive performance. Key bowlers stepped up at crucial moments, ensuring that Bangladesh was bowled out for 109 runs in 19.5 overs.

This victory was not an isolated instance of defending low totals in T20 World Cup history. Other notable defenses include Sri Lanka's defense of 119 runs against New Zealand in Chattogram in 2014, India's defense of 119 runs against Pakistan in New York in 2024, Afghanistan's defense of 123/7 against West Indies in Nagpur in 2016, and New Zealand's defense of 126/7 against India in Nagpur in 2016.