South Africa Close In On Playoffs After Victory Against England

South Africa won a nail-biting thriller against England on June 21.

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The Proteas edged closer to the playoffs with a 7-run victory in Gros Islet.

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Batting first, South Africa notched 163 runs while losing 6 wickets.

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Quinton de Kock put up an blistering knock of 65 runs.

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David Miller helped put up a decent total with a 28-ball 43.

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England’s chase began with the early dismissal of Phil Salt in the second over.

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Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj combined to curb England’s top order.

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Harry Brook almost took England home with a 37-ball 53.

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Anrich Nortje and Rabada bowled well at the death to pull things back for South Africa.

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The defending champions eventually ran out of deliveries at 156/6.

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