Afghanistan really pushed South Africa to the edge in their T20 World Cup match on Wednesday, February 12, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Unfortunately, they ended up handing over two points in the end. The game was full of surprises right up to the last moment. At one point, Afghanistan seemed to have it in the bag, needing just two runs off the final three balls. But then, Fazalhaq Farooqi got run out at the non-striker's end while trying to make a double. The Blue Tigers were bowled out for 187, matching the score the Proteas had set in their first innings. After two Super Overs, South Africa came out on top, leaving Afghanistan with back-to-back losses at the start of their T20 World Cup journey. Now, Rashid Khan's team needs to win their next two matches and hope for some favorable outcomes in other games to make it to the Super-Eight stage. Also Read | Explained: How Can AFG Qualify for T20 World Cup Super 8s After Losing to SA Jonathan Trott, Afghanistan's head coach, who will be stepping down after this tournament, expressed pride in his players for their determination against the Proteas. The match mirrored Trott's time with the team, where hope and disappointment seemed to go hand in hand. The former England batter emphasized the importance of staying positive, even in the face of setbacks. Afghanistan Narrowly Lose to South Africa in T20 Thriller Afghanistan came incredibly close to pulling off a win against South Africa, but in the end, they fell short after a nail-biting finish that included two Super Overs. They only needed two runs from the last three balls, but a run-out dashed their hopes, resulting in back-to-back losses in the T20 World Cup. Head coach Jonathan Trott commended the team for their grit and fighting spirit, pointing out that the match showcased the ups and downs of his journey with the squad. Although the outcomes were disappointing, the players demonstrated remarkable resilience, and with two games left to play, they’re determined to bounce back and keep their Super-Eight dreams alive.