“England National Cricket Team vs South Africa National Cricket Team stats: both teams have played 25 T20Is, winning 12 each, with one no-result. In T20 World Cups, they have clashed 6 times, showcasing a balanced rivalry.”
The head-to-head statistics between England and South Africa in T20 Internationals reveal a tightly contested rivalry.
Both teams have secured 12 wins each, with South Africa slightly ahead in average runs at 166.3 compared to England’s 162.1.
Notably, England’s highest score in these encounters is 234, while South Africa’s is 241, highlighting the competitive nature of their clashes.
Performance specifics show England’s strength when batting first, winning 6 out of 14 matches with an average of 164.1 runs, while South Africa boasts 8 wins with an average of 181 runs.
When batting second, England again matches South Africa with 6 wins to 4. Venue-specific performances also indicate varied success, with England winning all their matches at Boland Park and splitting wins at Newlands.
Year-by-year and series-specific analyses further illustrate the dynamic and evolving nature of their cricketing contests.
Head-to-Head Team Statistics: England vs South Africa
Here are the head-to-head team statistics between England and South Africa in T20 International matches:
Overall Statistics (England vs South Africa H2H Records)
| Statistic | England | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 12 | 12 |
| Average Runs | 162.1 | 166.3 |
| Maximum Runs | 234 | 241 |
| Minimum Runs | 29 | 77 |
Head to Head While Batting First
| Statistic | England | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 6 | 8 |
| Average Runs | 164.1 | 181 |
| Maximum Runs | 234 | 241 |
| Minimum Runs | 111 | 77 |
H2H While Batting Second
| Statistic | England | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 6 | 4 |
| Average Runs | 160.7 | 144.3 |
| Maximum Runs | 230 | 202 |
| Minimum Runs | 29 | 90 |
Venue-Specific Performance
Boland Park
| Statistic | England | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 1 | 1 |
| Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Average Runs | 147 | 146 |
| Maximum Runs | 147 | 146 |
| Minimum Runs | 147 | 146 |
Newlands
| Statistic | England | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 4 | 4 |
| Wins | 2 | 2 |
| Average Runs | 161 | 165 |
| Maximum Runs | 192 | 191 |
| Minimum Runs | 134 | 135 |
Year-by-Year Performance
| Year | Matches | Wins (England) | Wins (South Africa) | Average Runs (England) | Average Runs (South Africa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 135 | 154 |
| 2009 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 202 | 241 |
| 2010 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 168 | 129 |
| 2012 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 118 | 119 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 193 | 196 |
| 2016 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 230 | 229 |
| 2017 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 181 | 174 |
| 2020 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 226 | 222 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 179 | 189 |
| 2022 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 234 | 207 |
Series Performance
| Series | Matches | Wins (England) | Wins (South Africa) | Average Runs (England) | Average Runs (South Africa) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-08 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup | 1 | 0 | 1 | 135 | 154 |
| 2009-10 England in South Africa | 2 | 1 | 1 | 202 | 241 |
| 2012 South Africa in England | 3 | 1 | 1 | 118 | 119 |
| 2015-16 England in South Africa | 2 | 0 | 2 | 171 | 172 |
| 2017 South Africa in England | 3 | 2 | 1 | 181 | 174 |
| 2020 England in South Africa | 3 | 3 | 0 | 192 | 191 |
| 2022 South Africa in England | 3 | 1 | 2 | 234 | 207 |
England vs South Africa Top Performers With The Bat
Most Runs
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Jonny Bairstow | 485 |
| Jos Buttler | 481 |
| Quinton de Kock | 340 |
| Reeza Hendricks | 221 |
| Moeen Ali | 188 |
| David Miller | 186 |
Highest Scores
| Player | Highest Score |
|---|---|
| Jonny Bairstow | 90 |
| Jonny Bairstow | 86* |
| Reeza Hendricks | 70 |
| Tristan Stubbs | 72 |
| David Miller | 186 |
Best Strike
| Player | Strike Rate |
|---|---|
| Tristan Stubbs | 215.91 |
| Moeen Ali | 172.48 |
| Aiden Markram | 168.85 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 167.09 |
| Jos Buttler | 159.80 |
Highest Average
| Player | Average |
|---|---|
| Tristan Stubbs | 47.50 |
| Jonny Bairstow | 44.09 |
| Reeza Hendricks | 32.83 |
| Quinton de Kock | 30.91 |
| Jos Buttler | 29.44 |
| David Miller | 26.57 |
| Moeen Ali | 25.14 |
England vs South Africa Top Performers With The Ball
Most Wickets
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Chris Jordan | 17 |
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 16 |
| Adil Rashid | 11 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 10 |
| Moeen Ali | 9 |
Best Bowling
| Player | Best Bowling Figures |
|---|---|
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 5/24 |
| Chris Jordan | 3/23 |
| Sam Curran | 3/28 |
Best Economy Rate
| Player | Economy Rate |
|---|---|
| Moeen Ali | 6.55 |
| Chris Jordan | 8.00 |
| Adil Rashid | 8.33 |
Best Strike Rate
| Player | Strike Rate |
|---|---|
| Chris Jordan | 13.64 |
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 14.00 |
| Adil Rashid | 18.00 |
England Men’s Cricket Team vs South Africa Men’s Cricket Team Stats
England’s Batter Performance Against South Africa
| Player | Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonny Bairstow | 15 | 485 | 90 | 44.09 | 150.15 |
| Jos Buttler | 20 | 481 | 67* | 32.07 | 159.80 |
| Moeen Ali | 11 | 188 | 52 | 20.89 | 172.48 |
| Liam Livingstone | 6 | 70 | 28 | 11.67 | 122.81 |
| Chris Jordan | 17 | 66 | 16 | 8.25 | 120.00 |
| Adil Rashid | 15 | 20 | 9* | 3.33 | 55.56 |
| Sam Curran | 6 | 20 | 9 | 6.67 | 100.00 |
| Reece Topley | 6 | 2 | 1* | – | 66.67 |
| Mark Wood | 5 | 1 | 1* | – | 100.00 |
England’s Bowler Performance Against South Africa
| Player | Matches | Wickets | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Jordan | 17 | 17 | 3/23 |
| Adil Rashid | 15 | 11 | 2/17 |
| Moeen Ali | 11 | 9 | 2/22 |
| Mark Wood | 5 | 6 | 2/36 |
| Sam Curran | 6 | 3 | 3/28 |
| Reece Topley | 6 | 2 | 2/29 |
| Jofra Archer | 3 | 2 | 1/18 |
South Africa’s Batter Performance Against England
| Player | Matches | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock | 12 | 340 | 65 | 28.33 | 157.41 |
| Reeza Hendricks | 9 | 221 | 70 | 24.56 | 130.00 |
| David Miller | 14 | 186 | 35* | 20.67 | 143.08 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 5 | 132 | 66 | 26.40 | 167.09 |
| Aiden Markram | 2 | 103 | 52* | – | 168.85 |
| Tristan Stubbs | 3 | 95 | 72 | 47.50 | 215.91 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 8 | 5 | 5* | 5.00 | 100.00 |
| Keshav Maharaj | 4 | 4 | 4* | – | 80.00 |
| Bjorn Fortuin | 2 | 0 | 0* | 0.00 | 0.00 |
South Africa’s Bowler Performance Against England
| Player | Matches | Wickets | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 12 | 16 | 5/24 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 8 | 10 | 3/48 |
| Keshav Maharaj | 4 | 3 | 2/21 |
| Anrich Nortje | 4 | 3 | 1/12 |
| Aiden Markram | 2 | 1 | 1/5 |
FAQs on England vs South Africa T20 Head-to-Head Statistics
Who Are The Top Batting Performers For England Against South Africa In T20 Internationals?
The top batting performers for England against South Africa are Jonny Bairstow with 485 runs, Jos Buttler with 481 runs, and Moeen Ali with 188 runs.
Who Are The Top Bowling Performers For South Africa Against England In T20 Internationals?
The top bowling performers for South Africa against England are Tabraiz Shamsi with 16 wickets, Kagiso Rabada with 10 wickets, and Keshav Maharaj with 3 wickets.
Which Players Have The Best Strike Rates In T20 Matches Between England And South Africa?
For England, Tristan Stubbs has the best strike rate of 215.91, followed by Moeen Ali with 172.48; for South Africa, Aiden Markram has 168.85, followed by Heinrich Klaasen with 167.09.
What Are The Highest Individual Scores By English And South African Players In Their T20 Head-To-Head Matches?
For England, Jonny Bairstow’s highest score is 90, while for South Africa, Tristan Stubbs’ highest score is 72.
How Do The Bowling Performances Of Chris Jordan And Adil Rashid Compare Against South Africa?
Chris Jordan has 17 wickets in 17 matches (best figures: 3/23), and Adil Rashid has 11 wickets in 15 matches (best figures: 2/17).
