What went wrong for Team India vs South Africa? Proteas legend breaks it down
Times of India
by TOI SPORTS DESKFebruary 23, 2026
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Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock has analyzed India’s defeat against South Africa in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super 8 match, highlighting how the co-hosts failed to adapt to the challenging conditions at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. India, who had been on an impressive 12-match unbeaten streak prior to this clash, crumbled under pressure as South Africa registered a commanding 76-run victory. Pollock pointed out that India struggled to adjust to the seam movement of the ball and lost crucial early wickets, which put them under immediate pressure. In contrast, South Africa’s experienced batting lineup, including David Miller and Dewald Brevis, capitalized on their partnership to steer their team to a strong total of 187.
The match saw India start strongly with Jasprit Bumrah delivering an impressive opening spell, taking two wickets for just seven runs. However, the Proteas quickly bounced back from losing key players like Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram,
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/23/2026