Historically Low T20I Score

In a challenging turn of events for Sri Lankan cricket, the team faced another setback during their group-stage clash against South Africa in the T20 World Cup 2024. The Proteas scripted history by inflicting an unwanted record upon the Lankan Lions. Sri Lanka's batting lineup faltered, resulting in their lowest-ever score in Men's T20Is, with the team being bundled out for just 77 runs.

This dismal performance not only marked a low point for Sri Lanka but also set the record for the lowest score in the tournament thus far, surpassing the 109-run mark previously shared by Namibia and Oman, both of whom had entered a super over following a tie.

Anrich Nortje played a pivotal role in South Africa's dominant display, achieving career-best figures of 4/7 in his four overs. The challenging conditions at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium posed significant hurdles for the Sri Lankan batters, with none managing to even reach the 30-run mark.