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February 22, 2026

'Baby AB' & Killer Miller Orchestrate Epic Rescue Act as South Africa Defy India’s Early Onslaught

'Baby AB' & Killer Miller Orchestrate Epic Rescue Act as South Africa Defy India’s Early Onslaught

In a high-stakes 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup Super Eight encounter in Ahmedabad, South Africa staged a defiant recovery against India after a disastrous Powerplay left them reeling at 20/3. Entering with the Proteas in deep trouble, young sensation Dewald Brevis and veteran David Miller forged a vital 97-run partnership that shifted the momentum.

The duo dismantled India’s spin attack, with Miller reaching a commanding half-century (53 off 27 balls). Brevis lived up to his "Baby AB" moniker, punctuated by a trademark no-look six off Varun Chakaravarthy. The rescue act finally ended at 117/4 when Brevis, having reached 45 off 29 balls, was caught by Abhishek Sharma off the bowling of Shivam Dube. 

This stand successfully steered South Africa toward a competitive total after Jasprit Bumrah’s early two-wicket burst.

After 14, South Africa is on 134/4.