The Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed a clinical exhibition of T20 cricket on 09 February 2026. South Africa dismantled Canada 57-run match in Group D ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. It was a brutal opening spell, though the Proteas’ batting came on the scene with a high score. Good luck it really broke the Canadian spirit, angered the fans and cemented South Africa’s dominance in the tournament.
Aiden Markram and the South African middle-order firecrackers have made Canada a big target
South Africa’s top command has come under fire for choosing to assert its authority early. The powerplay was a masterclass in aggressive build-up Aiden Markram and Quinton de Kock reached 65/0 in the first six overs. Markram was particularly devastating, reaching a 28-ball half-century characterized by elegant drives and brutal pulls. Despite losing De Kock for 25, the momentum never wavered.
Ryan Rickelton He added a quick 33, but the real sting came in the final overs. Canada though Ansh Patel Markram (59), Rickelton and managed an audacious triple strike to eliminate Devald Brewis could not stop the flow of one show after another “Miller Miller”. David Miller (39 off 23) and Tristan Stubbs (34 off 19) combined for an unbeaten 75-run partnership for the fifth wicket. Their late batting, aided by a slow over against Canada in the final, took South Africa to a huge total of 213/4.
Lungi Ngidi’s four-wicket haul leads South Africa to emphatic victory at T20 World Cup 2026
Thanks to a masterclass in seam bowling from Ngidi, Canada’s chase was effectively over before it started. Charging under the lights, Ngidi struck with the first ball of the innings to dismiss the Canadian skipper. Dilpreet Bajwa for the golden duck. He didn’t stop there; claimed Ngidi with a crazy opening burst, demolishing the top order Yuvraj Samra and Nicholas Kirton Leaving Canada at 26/3 over three overs.
while Navneet Dhaliwal Scoring 64 off 49 balls, he challenged on his own, finding little support from the other side. He returned to put the finishing touches on his spell by dismissing Ngidi Tough Thacker Ending with star numbers 4/31.
Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada He provided excellent support, ensuring that Canada never gained the momentum they needed. This win sends a loud message to the rest of Group D: the Proteas have both the batting depth to post 200+ scores and a bowling spearhead in Ngidi who can win matches in the first six balls.
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Here’s how the fans reacted:
South Africa beat Canada by 57 runs in T20 World Cup 2026! A dominant all-round performance secures a team win for the Proteas. 🏏 pic.twitter.com/ThxYiFAyH0
— Kanak Kumari (@KanakKu64995524) February 9, 2026
South Africa beat Canada by 57 runs 🏏#SAVCAN #T20WorldCup #cricket pic.twitter.com/AauNdanBxX
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 9, 2026
🦏🔥 **Proteas Power Show!**
South Africa posted a command of **213/4** and then bowled out Canada for **156/8** to secure a **57-run win**! 💪🏏
Big hits. Big doors. Great statement. 🌍#T20WorldCup #SAvsCAN #Cricket26 pic.twitter.com/WBvfA9AhnQ
— Ali (@shahrokh_ali) February 9, 2026
Lungi Ngidi is one of the best fast bowlers this country has ever produced and the best T20 fast bowler we have ever had.
Don’t let the diaries fool you.
— Little Iron Duke (@Iron_Duke89) February 9, 2026
Great comeback by Lungi Ngidi in T20 World Cup match against Canada.
– 3-0-21-3 by Ngidi.#T20WorldCup #T20WC2026 #INDvsPAK pic.twitter.com/43ZTxFQCFc
— Bablu (@BabluCh31201102) February 9, 2026
Lungi Ngidi is one of the most improved bowlers in T20s, the academy is happy for the slow ones. pic.twitter.com/MAwBBCNEfH
— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) February 4, 2026
Lungi Ngidi tore through Canada’s batting line with a sensational four-wicket haul. 🔥🏏 #SAVCAN #T20WorldCup #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/hGcDLxD4mm
— Maaz (@_mzk_______) February 9, 2026
Lungi Ngidi is a great earner in our business #T20WorldCup opener! 💪🏏
Destructive and deadly in the power game. Phenomenal bowling #Proteas pacer! 🇿🇦#Unbreakable #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/LbBk3HtsTO— Masurpi (@masurpi) February 9, 2026
Good luck 🔥
4-31 (4)#T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/NorybuuAAM— Lawrence Bailey 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) February 9, 2026
Outstanding Bowling by Lungi Ngidi pic.twitter.com/GV4QOYUW0V
— Aryan Goel (@Aryan42832Goel) February 9, 2026
