South Africa on Thursday annihilated Australia by inflicting a 134-run defeat on them in a World Cup tie. The Proteas also grabbed the top position in the points table with today’s win.
South Africa were mesmerising with their efforts in all departments of the game. Batting first, they piled up a mammoth total of 311-7 in 50 overs. Quinton de Kock was the top scorer with his knock of 109 from 106 balls. Aiden Markram made 56 from 44 balls.
Australia never looked comfortable in their run chase as they kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Thanks to the lethal bowling of Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, Aussies were reduced to 70-6 after 17.2 overs. Marnus Labuschagne and Mitchell Starc added some sanity to the Aussie innings and added 69 runs for the seventh wicket.
However, this was not enough and Australia were bowled out for 177 in 40.5 overs.
South Africa have now occupied the top position in the points table followed by New Zealand, India and Pakistan. All four teams have four points each after playing two matches. Top four teams with most points will qualify for the semi-finals.