West Indies vs South Africa — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
World Cup • It's a tie
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 50-over encounter of World Cup, West Indies took on South Africa on Jun 4, 2026, 05:40 PM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: It's a tie. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 628 runs and 10 wickets fall between South Africa (314/4 in 50.0 overs) and West Indies (314/6 in 50.0 overs).
2. South Africa Innings Breakdown (314/4)
Batting in the first innings, South Africa finished on 314/4 from 50.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 6.28 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, South Africa accumulated 30 runs for the loss of 0 wickets. A B De Villers spearheaded the batting effort with 124 runs off 109 balls (including 12 fours and 8 sixes at a strike rate of 113.8). Valuable middle-order support came from Klaseen, who contributed 67 runs off 65 deliveries, while Kallis added 54 (44b). The bowling side conceded 3 extra runs (wides: 3, no-balls: 0, byes: 0, leg-byes: 0). With the ball in the first innings, Roch led the bowling figures with 3/40 in 10.0 overs (economy 4.00), assisted by Narine (1/69 in 10.0 overs).
3. West Indies Chase & Second Innings Summary (314/6)
Pursuing a target of 315 runs for victory, West Indies recorded 314/6 in 50.0 overs at a scoring rate of 6.28 runs per over. Hetmyr anchored the chase for West Indies with 87 runs from 80 balls (10 fours, 3 sixes, strike rate 108.7), alongside Chris Gayle who chipped in with 84 off 63 balls. Defending the total, Steyn delivered a key spell of 3/44 across 10.0 overs at an economy rate of 4.40, while Burger finished with 2/58 (10.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Pollard and Chris Gayle (West Indies), who combined for 128 runs off 109 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 4 catches, 0 run-outs, and 0 stumpings, with Shpard making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Roch (West Indies) topped the match rankings with 253.0 total points, followed closely by Steyn (233.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to A B De Villers.