Sri Lanka vs South Africa - Players & Playing XI · T20I 2021
Head-to-Head Record
Based on 12 H2H matches (2012–2024)
Last 5 H2H Results (SL perspective)
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SL
Rating: 220
SA
Rating: 243
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Aiden Markram
SA
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George Linde
SA
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Bjorn Fortuin
SA
Wickets (1+)
Aiden Markram
SA
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Bjorn Fortuin
SA
Catches (1+)
George Linde
SA
Catches (1+)
Dasun Shanaka
SL
Catches (1+)
Aiden Markram
SA
Runs (20+)
Top Performers in H2H
From 12 H2H matches
R.Premadasa Stadium
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Based on the last 30 T20 matches at this venue (since Oct 2012). 1 rain-affected match excluded.
Recent Matches at This Venue
| Match | 1st Inn | 2nd Inn | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| IND vs PAK 15 Feb 2026 | 175/7 (20) | 114/10 (18) | 289 |
| SL vs ZIM 19 Feb 2026 | 178/7 (20) | 182/4 (19.3) | 360 |
| NZ vs PAK 21 Feb 2026 | - | - | - |
| NZ vs SL 25 Feb 2026 | 168/7 (20) | 107/8 (20) | 275 |
| ENG vs NZ 27 Feb 2026 | 159/7 (20) | 161/6 (19.3) | 320 |
SL at R.Premadasa Stadium
Top Scorer
Kusal Mendis
487 runs
Top Wicket-Taker
Wanindu Hasaranga
24 wkts
SA at R.Premadasa Stadium
Top Scorer
Quinton de Kock
173 runs
Top Wicket-Taker
Tabraiz Shamsi
6 wkts
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Sri Lanka
Playing XI in this match
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Sri Lanka · Innings 1
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Perera (wk) | lbw b Keshav Maharaj | 39 | 33 | 3 | 0 | 118.18 |
| Avishka Fernando | c Kagiso Rabada b Kagiso Rabada | 12 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 150 |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | st Quinton de Kock b Bjorn Fortuin | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Bhanuka Rajapaksa | b Kagiso Rabada | 5 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Kamindu Mendis | c Keshav Maharaj b Aiden Markram | 10 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 62.5 |
| Dasun Shanaka (c) | c Rassie van der Dussen b Wiaan Mulder | 18 | 26 | 2 | 0 | 69.23 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | c Keshav Maharaj b Bjorn Fortuin | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Lahiru Madushanka | run out (Rassie van der Dussen) | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Chamika Karunaratne | not out | 24* | 19 | 0 | 2 | 126.32 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | not out | 2* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
South Africa · Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | Nb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bjorn Fortuin | 4 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 5.25 | 3 | 0 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 3 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 7.67 | 0 | 0 |
| Dwaine Pretorius | 2 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 9.5 | 0 | 0 |
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 6.75 | 0 | 0 |
| Aiden Markram | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Keshav Maharaj (c) | 4 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 3.5 | 0 | 0 |
| Wiaan Mulder | 1 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
South Africa · Innings 2
| Batter | Dismissal | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reeza Hendricks | not out | 56* | 42 | 5 | 1 | 133.33 |
| Quinton de Kock (wk) | not out | 59* | 46 | 7 | 0 | 128.26 |
Sri Lanka · Bowling
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ | Wd | Nb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maheesh Theekshana | 4 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 4 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 8.75 | 0 | 0 |
| Kamindu Mendis | 3 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 7.33 | 0 | 0 |
| Dushmantha Chameera | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
| Chamika Karunaratne | 1.4 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 9.29 | 0 | 0 |
| Dasun Shanaka (c) | 1 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
Statz Rating
A contextual performance score measuring each player's overall impact in the match. Scaled against the season so ratings are directly comparable across fixtures.
| Rank | Player | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Reeza Hendricks
SA
|
63.9 |
| 2 |
Quinton de Kock
SA
|
62.4 |
| 3 |
Bjorn Fortuin
SA
|
59.1 |
| 4 |
Keshav Maharaj
SA
|
59.1 |
| 5 |
Kusal Perera
SL
|
54.8 |
| 6 |
Aiden Markram
SA
|
51.1 |
| 7 |
Chamika Karunaratne
SL
|
45.5 |
| 8 |
Kagiso Rabada
SA
|
37.4 |
| 9 |
Avishka Fernando
SL
|
24.5 |
| 10 |
Kamindu Mendis
SL
|
20.7 |
| 11 |
Dasun Shanaka
SL
|
18.8 |
| 12 |
Wanindu Hasaranga
SL
|
14.0 |
| 13 |
Maheesh Theekshana
SL
|
12.0 |
| 14 |
Tabraiz Shamsi
SA
|
9.2 |
| 15 |
Wiaan Mulder
SA
|
6.1 |
| 16 |
Bhanuka Rajapaksa
SL
|
5.9 |
| 17 |
Dushmantha Chameera
SL
|
4.8 |
| 18 |
Dwaine Pretorius
SA
|
4.6 |
| 19 |
Dhananjaya de Silva
SL
|
0.7 |
| 20 |
Lahiru Madushanka
SL
|
0.7 |
How Statz Rating works:
- Each player receives a contextual match impact score based on their all-round contribution — batting, bowling, and situational factors.
- Ratings are scaled against the season benchmark so they are directly comparable across fixtures and to the season leaderboard.
- A typical top performer scores around 100. Exceptional performances can exceed 100.
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Sri Lanka vs South Africa: who played
South Africa won by 10 wickets (with 32 balls remaining) in T20I 2021 at R.Premadasa Stadium on 14 September 2021. Quinton de Kock top-scored with 59 off 46 balls and Bjorn Fortuin took 2/21.
Frequently asked questions
Who played in Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
Sri Lanka XI: Kusal Perera (wk), Avishka Fernando, Dhananjaya de Silva, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Kamindu Mendis, Dasun Shanaka (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Lahiru Madushanka, Chamika Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera, Maheesh Theekshana. South Africa XI: Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock (wk), Aiden Markram, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, Dwaine Pretorius, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj (c), Kagiso Rabada, Bjorn Fortuin, Tabraiz Shamsi.
Who won Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
South Africa won by 10 wickets (with 32 balls remaining).
When and where was Sri Lanka vs South Africa played?
Sri Lanka vs South Africa was played at R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo on Tuesday 14 September 2021, in T20I 2021.
What were the final scores in Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
Sri Lanka scored 120/8 in 20 overs. South Africa scored 121/0 in 14.4 overs.
Who was the Statz MVP in Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
Reeza Hendricks was named Statz MVP, earning a Statz Rating of 64/100. The Statz Rating combines batting impact, bowling impact and match context.
Who was named Player of the Match in Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
Quinton de Kock was named Player of the Match.
Who was the top run-scorer in Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
Quinton de Kock top-scored with 59 off 46 balls.
Who took the most wickets in Sri Lanka vs South Africa?
Bjorn Fortuin took 2/21 in 4 overs.