Fans erupt as Lungi Ngidi’s four-wicket blast helps South Africa register a crushing win over Canada at the 2026 T20 World Cup

The Narendra Modi Stadium witnessed a clinical performance of T20 cricket on February 9, 2026, South Africa dismantled Canada 57 points ahead of Group D 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. While the Proteas batsmen set the stage with a stunning total, it was a ferocious spell at the start Good luck This truly broke Canada’s spirit, sent the fans into a frenzy and cemented South Africa’s dominance in the tournament.

Aiden Markram and South African middle-order fireworks set a huge goal for Canada

South Africa’s top order chose to assert its authority early on, only to open fire. Powerplay is a masterclass in active accumulation because Aiden Markram and Quinton de Kock In the first six rounds, the score reached 65/0. Markram’s performance was particularly devastating, with his 28-ball half-century characterized by elegant drives and brutal pulls. Although de Kock lost by 25 points, the momentum never wavered.

Ryan Rickton A brisk 33 runs were scored, but the real sting came in the final over. Although Canadian Ansh Patel A brave triple knock knocked out Markram (59), Rickton and Dewald Breves Soon, he couldn’t stem the tide of “Killer Miller.” David Miller (23 minus 39) and Tristan Stubbs (34 in 19 games) jointly posted an unbeaten 75 for the fifth wicket. They pushed South Africa to a massive 213/4 in the final over, aided by a slow over penalty against Canada in the final over.

Lungi Ngidi’s four wickets help South Africa register a resounding victory in the 2026 T20 World Cup

Canada’s chase was effectively over before it even began, thanks to a masterclass in seam bowling from Ngidi. Ngidi charged under the lights and hit the first ball of the innings, beating the Canadian captain Dilpreet Bajwa For a golden duck. He didn’t stop there; in a wild opening outburst, Ngidi dismantled the top order, claiming Yuvraj Samra and Nicholas Cotton Leaving Canada at 26/3 in three overs.

although Navneet Dhaliwal Although he fought back single-handedly, scoring 64 off 49 balls, he found little support at the other end. Ngidi’s return put the finishing touch on his spell, dismissing stern thuck Finished with excellent figures of 4/31.

Marco Jansen and Kamuzeng Rabada Excellent support was provided to ensure Canada never got the momentum it needed to run at speed. The win sent a resounding message to the other teams in Group D: not only do the Proteas have the batting depth to hit 200+ runs, but spearhead bowling Ngidi can win games in the first six balls.

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Here’s how fans reacted:

South Africa beat Canada by 57 runs at T20 World Cup 2026! An all-round overwhelming performance earned the Proteas a commanding victory. 🏏 pic.twitter.com/ThxYiFAyH0

— Kanak Kumari (@KanakKu64995524) February 9, 2026

South Africa beat Canada by 57 points 🏏#SAvCAN #T20World Cup #cricket pic.twitter.com/AauNdanBxX

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) February 9, 2026

🦏🔥 **Proteas power show! **

South Africa scored a crushing victory of **213/4**, then pushed Canada to **156/8** – a huge **57th consecutive win**! 💪🏏

Big hit. door. Big statement. 🌍#T20World Cup #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 agenda fool you.

— Little Iron Duke (@Iron_Duke89) February 9, 2026

Lungi Ngidi made a superb return against Canada in the T20 World Cup.

– Ngidi’s spell 3-0-21-3.#T20World Cup #T20WC2026 #INDvsPAK pic.twitter.com/43ZTxFQCFc

— Bablu (@BabluCh31201102) February 9, 2026

Lungi Ngidi is one of the most improved bowlers in T20 and the academy is happy for the slower bowlers. pic.twitter.com/MAwBBCNEfH

— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) February 4, 2026

Lungi Ngidi demolished Canada’s batting line-up with a brilliant four-wicket haul. 🔥🏏 #SAvCAN #T20World Cup #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/hGcDLxD4mm

— Maz (@_mzk_______) February 9, 2026

Lungi Ngidi delivers outstanding returns in our field #T20World Cup Opening match! 💪🏏
Destructive in power play and controlled on death. Extraordinary bowling game #proteas pace! 🇿🇦#unbreakable #T20World Cup pic.twitter.com/LbBk3HtsTO

— Masurpi (@masurpi) February 9, 2026