WATCH South Africa grab dramatic tie before beating Sri Lanka in Super Over in Cape Town

The drama came right at the death as Niroshan Dickwella missing a great chance to seal the victory for Sri Lanka when he missed a throw at the stumps.

With the scores tied on 134 after 20 overs, an extra six balls each were required and the hosts prevailed, whacking 14 and then restricting Sri Lanka to just five thanks to Imran Tahir's smart bowling.

The Proteas took the long route to get to victory as they were well on course to chase the tourists' 134 for seven down as David Miller's 41 left them needing just 16 off three overs.

But some brilliant death bowling by Lasith Malinga in addition to some impressive fielding saw the Sri Lankans keep a tight rein and ensure it ended as a tie.

Miller, who hit five fours and a six in his regulation innings, then struck two more boundaries in the Super Over before leg spinner Tahir's superb over won it.