Despite a strong build-up and confident preparations, South Africa face a daunting historical hurdle: England hold a commanding 6–2 win-loss record against the Proteas in ICC tournaments . As the two cricketing giants gear up for another high-stakes encounter, analysts question whether South Africa’s current form can finally flip the script.
| Tournament | Year | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20 World Cup | 2009 | England | 6 wickets |
| ODI World Cup | 2011 | England | 4 wickets |
| T20 World Cup | 2012 | South Africa | 3 wickets |
| Champions Trophy | 2013 | South Africa | 5 wickets |
| T20 World Cup | 2014 | England | 2 runs |
| ODI World Cup | 2019 | England | 104 runs |
| T20 World Cup | 2021 | England | 8 wickets |
| T20 World Cup | 2024 | England | 6 wickets |
Diagram: South Africa leads in chase success (68% vs 52%), but England dominates in powerplay wicket-taking (Source: ESPNcricinfo Statsguru)
England’s aggressive top order has been consistent, but their middle-order fragility—especially against spin—could be South Africa’s opening. With Keshav Maharaj and Aiden Markram in top form, the Proteas may target overs 7–15 to shift momentum .
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