South Africa Regarding a thrilling victory England In the second ODI to seal the three -match series.
Matthew Bretzke’s magnificence leads South Africa to 330/8
South Africa posted a total command of 330/8 in 50 overs It was asked to bat first at Lord’s. The innings star Matthew Bretzke was, who scored 85 runs in 77 delivery with seven fours and three sixes, anchoring mid -order.
Support came from a blistering cameo by Triston Stabs (58 for 62) and Developed Brevis (20 runs 20 runs), who entertained the crowd with her fearless stroke game. Aiden Markram (49) missed a half -century, while Corbin Bosch (32 for 29) was in late runs.
England’s bowling attempt was given by Joffra Archer (4/62), who gave hostile mantra and removed the major batsmen. Adil Rashid (2/33) provided significant successes in the middle overs, but the rest of the attacks fought for continuity as South Africa piled under pressure.
England decreases despite late allegations
Chasing 331, England’s innings was a rollercaster. The initial disadvantage of Jamie Smith (0) and Ben Docket (14) put him under pressure, before Joe Root followed with 61 runs in 72 balls. Young Jacob Bethel kept the hosts alive for 58 runs for 58 runs.
Jose Butler (61 in 51) and Will Jack (39 runs in 33) played the important knock, while Joffra Archer (14 runs 14) injected late fireworks. However, South African bowlers held their nerve in the overs of death.
Nandre Burger (3/63) was a pickle of bowlers supported by Keshav Maharaj (2/59) and Corbin Bosch (1/38), ensuring that England ended at 325/9, decreased by just five runs.
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Match player
Bretzke’s composition 85 gave him the Player of the Match award. His knock provided the spinal cord of South Africa’s innings and proved to be decisive in a tightly contesting game.
With this nail-a win, South Africa now moves the three-match series 2–0. Inaugurated ODI ODI by seven wicketsThe third and final ODI will be played on Sunday, 7 September in daily bowl, where England’s rescue will be proud, while South Africa will aim of a clean sweep.
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