'Let them breathe': Mohammad Yousuf mocks India, brands Mohammad Amir a 'menace' after Super 8 defeat
Times of India
by TOI SPORTS DESKFebruary 23, 2026
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India’s cricket team suffered a significant setback in their T20 World Cup campaign as they were defeated by South Africa by 76 runs in the Super 8 stage at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This heavy loss not only dented India’s confidence but also severely impacted their net run rate, putting their semi-final hopes in jeopardy. Following the defeat, former Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Yousuf mocked India and praised former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir for his earlier prediction that India would struggle to reach the semi-finals.
South Africa dominated the match with both bat and ball. Chasing 187, South Africa’s lower order proved crucial as David Miller (63), Dewald Brevis (45), and Tristan Stubbs (44) steadied the ship after an initial wobble. Their partnership of 97 runs for the fourth wicket shifted momentum, setting up a formidable total. India’s response faltered, with bowler Marco Jansen claiming four wickets to restrict them to 111. Despite Shivam Dube’s top score of 42, India struggled to build momentum and lost comprehensively.
This defeat has thrown their campaign into uncertainty. India must now win their remaining matches against Zimbabwe and the West Indies to have any chance of advancing. Even with consecutive victories, their net run rate is likely insufficient to secure a semi-final spot. South Africa’s strong performance highlights their potential as serious contenders in the
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/23/2026