South Africa 297/8 (50 overs) – Australia 230 (41.2 overs)
Result: South Africa win by 67 runs (Series 1–0)
Key Performances
| Player | Team | Batting | Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Breetzke | SA | 112 (century) | – |
| Marco Jansen | SA | 75 | – |
| Keshav Maharaj | SA | – | 4/20 |
| Nathan Ellis | SA | – | 3/57 |
| Adam Zampa | SA | – | 2/50 |
| Mitchell Marsh | AUS | 60 | – |
| Matt Renshaw | AUS | 44 | – |
| Bjorn Fortuin | AUS | – | 2/34 |
Match Highlights
- Australia’s early surge: Mitchell Marsh powered the opening overs, hitting five sixes in the first nine balls and ending on 60 off 35.
- Turning point: In the 17th over, Jansen’s catch at deep mid‑wicket dismissed Matt Renshaw, sparking a collapse that left Australia at 230.
- South Africa’s chase: Breetzke and Jansen added 75 runs in the death overs, with Jansen’s 59‑ball 75 sealing the win.
- Maharaj’s spell: 4 for 20 in 10 overs stifled the Australian attack and set the tone for the chase.
Venue
- Kingsmead, Durban
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