In the 45th match of the T20 World Cup 2024 Super 8 Group 2 match between England and South Africa, Quinton de Kock delivered a spectacular performance by scoring the joint-fastest half-century of this edition of the tournament. His 22-ball fifty equalled the record set by USA’s Aaron Jones earlier in the competition.
Dominance from the onset
De Kock wasted no time in asserting his dominance, scoring his fifty in just 22 deliveries. He began aggressively, dispatching Moeen Alifor boundaries early on and then punishing Jofra Archer with two sixes and a four in a single over, which yielded 21 runs.
Partnership and milestones
De Kock combined effectively with his opening partner to forge an 86-run partnership before Reeza Hendricks departed. His innings was highlighted by a blend of power hitting and strategic stroke play, showcasing his ability to accelerate when needed.
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Statistical achievements
With this innings, De Kock solidified his position as the second-highest run-scorer for South Africa in T20 World Cup history, surpassing JP Duminy‘s tally. He now boasts 597 runs at an average of 25.95 and a strike rate of 135.68 in 24 matches.
Fans reactions
Fans around the world took to social media to express their admiration for De Kock’s innings, with X (formerly Twitter) buzzing with excitement and praise.
Here are some of the tweets:
Quinton De Kock in this T20 World Cup 2024:
In league matches – 20(27), 0(0), 18(11), 10(11).
In Super 8s – 74(40), 65(38).
De Kock has been brilliant in this Super 8 leg for South Africa – One of the Best white players of this Generation. pic.twitter.com/8RkSupfiCq
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) June 21, 2024
FASTEST FIFTY in 2024 T20 World Cup.
Quinton de Kock on rampage. pic.twitter.com/oeACyRfoaP
— Himanshu Pareek (@Sports_Himanshu) June 21, 2024
Quinton De Kock destroying English bowlers. #INDvsAFG pic.twitter.com/ICUndyoUZg
— Ctrl C Ctrl Memes (@Ctrlmemes_) June 21, 2024
Quinton De Kock T20i career in two phases:
First 6 years(till 2018): 35 innings: 874 runs, 28 Avg, 128 Strike Rate, 2 50s
After 2018: 53 innings, 1654 runs, 35 Avg, 145 Strike Rate, 1 100, 14 50s pic.twitter.com/DCdROclAy4
— Abhishek AB (@ABsay_ek) June 21, 2024
THE QUINTON DE KOCK SHOW.
– A 22 balls fifty against England. pic.twitter.com/39DwQPBJc7
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 21, 2024
Quinton de Kock played IPL
Reeza Hendricks played PSLDifference is clearly seen. pic.twitter.com/W5k6uVhrfr
— Johns (@JohnyBravo183) June 21, 2024
Quinton De Kock treated Jofra Archer like he is some Haris Rauf. pic.twitter.com/FPI0tZOpY4
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) June 21, 2024
A South African guy Quinton de Kock taking revenge of T20 WC 2022 Semis for India against England.
Why?
Because M.K. Gandhi helped South Africans in their weak moments and he is repaying a bit by smashing England bowlers.“Humanity above all”
What a legendary T20 batsman pic.twitter.com/4tcZiOmbo5
— Bruce Wayne (@_Bruce__007) June 21, 2024
50 of just 22 balls even in this slow wc. Quinton de kock has to be the most explosive opener currently. He has been the best opener in this and wc23. His batting is such a lovely sight to witness #ENGvSA #southafrica pic.twitter.com/2UfKA13b2w
— U M A R (@Agrumpycomedian) June 21, 2024
22-ball 50 for Quinton De Kock. This is the joint-fastest in this World Cup, what a knock #tapmad #HojaoADFree #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/aQiBXi0tl0
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) June 21, 2024
Quinton De Kock The GOAT Two Back to Back Half Centuries one of Best Current Batsmans of the world
74(40) vs USA
65(38) Today vs ENG
What a Player De Kock #SAvsENG #T20WorldCup2024 #SouthAfrica #England #StLucia #ENGvsSA pic.twitter.com/0N8Momr723— Srinivas Mallya (@SrinivasMallya2) June 21, 2024
22-ball 50 for Quinton De Kock. This is the joint-fastest in this World Cup, what a knock pic.twitter.com/kDwEwTTNYT
— Aditi (@Aditiroy102) June 21, 2024
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