Who won the ODI series between South Africa and Australia?

South Africa has clinched an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match ODI series against world champion Australia.

What was the key performance that led to South Africa's victory in the 2nd ODI?

Lungi Ngidi's 5-wicket haul was the key performance that secured South Africa's 84-run victory over Australia in the 2nd ODI.

Which South African batters stood out in the 2nd ODI?

Matthew Breetzke and Tristan Stubbs both scored half-centuries to help South Africa post 277 runs in the 2nd ODI.

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South Africa Clinches ODI Series Against World Champions Australia

22 Aug

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South Africa takes unassailable 2-0 lead in 3-match ODI series
Lungi Ngidi's 5-wicket haul seals 84-run victory for South Africa
Matthew Breetzke and Tristan Stubbs score half-centuries for South Africa

South Africa Clinches ODI Series Against World Champions Australia

On August 22, 2025, South Africa clinched an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series against world champion Australia. In the second ODI played in Mackay, South Africa posted 277 runs before being bowled out, with Matthew Breetzke (88) and Tristan Stubbs (74) scoring half-centuries.

Lungi Ngidi then starred with the ball, taking 5 wickets for 42 runs to bundle out Australia for 193 in 37.4 overs, securing an 84-run victory for South Africa. This was the fourth time in a row that Australia had failed to cross the 200-run mark in a home ODI.

The win puts South Africa in a commanding position to clinch the series with a match to spare. The teams will now stay in Mackay for the final, dead-rubber match on Sunday.

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