Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen shine for South Africa
Asked to bat first, the Proteas’ batters stole the show and posted a commanding total of 357-4 in their allotted 50 overs. It was Quinton de Kock and Rassie Van der Dussen’s centuries that paved the way for South Africa’s innings. De Kock played a blazing knock of 114 runs from 116 deliveries, featuring ten fours and three sixes, and it also marked his fourth century in the ongoing tournament. On the other hand, Van der Dussen‘s hammered 113 runs from 118 balls, embellished with nine fours and five sixes.
David Miller’s blitz
David Miller‘s explosive cameo added to the South African total. His 53 runs from just 30 deliveries included some breathtaking strokes, leaving fans thrilled.
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New Zealand’s batters struggle to get going
In reply, New Zealand’s batting struggled to cope with the daunting target set by South Africa. With the required run rate spiralling out of control, the Kiwi batters found themselves in a difficult situation, and their innings was a tale of struggle and frustration as they were unable to form substantial partnerships. Will Young showed character for New Zealand with a gritty 30, and Daryl Mitchell contributed 24 runs. However, wickets tumbled at regular intervals, with the fall of key batsmen such as Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, and Tom Latham. Although Glenn Phillips (60) showed resilience and fought back, the target proved too much for the Blackcaps and they were eventually bowled out.
South Africa’s bowlers, led by Marco Jansen (3/31) and Keshav Maharaj (4/46), were ruthless in their approach. They dismantled New Zealand’s batting order with ease, ultimately bowling them out for a mere 167 runs in just 35.3 overs.
Here’s how Twitter reacted to South Africa’s resounding victory:
Bowlers after bowling to Quinton de Kockin this World Cup
. A dream World Cup for a player before retirement
#WorldCup2023 @QuinnyDeKock69 pic.twitter.com/qtFLeG7dYm
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) November 1, 2023
Congratulations South Africa you've been amazing throughout the World Cup.
Proteas win over New Zealand brought Pakistan on the track, and now Pakistan vs New Zealand game will be appropriate for both teams like a knockout on Saturday.#NZvsSA
— Saeed Anwar (@ImSaeedAnwar) November 1, 2023
Congratulations Pakistan opps I mean Congrats South Africa won by 190 runs
Quinton de Kock 114/116 & Rassie van der Dussen 133/118 played absolute game changer knocks.
Keshav Maharaj brilliant 4 wicket spell & Marco Jansen 3 wickets showcased their bowling brilliance and… pic.twitter.com/ovFKk1GAsA
— Khadija (@khadijatweets_) November 1, 2023
Quinton de Kock first to player to score 500 runs in this World Cup 2023.
A Unbelievable ending for Quinton de Kock in ODI Cricket, His Retirement after This WC is So Memorable and Great Achievement To him#NZvsSA
https://t.co/CDkxNCvYC2
— VINEETH𓃵(@sololoveee) November 1, 2023
– 4 Hundreds for De Kock.
– 2 Hundreds for Van Der Dussen.
– 1 Hundred for Markram.
– 1 Hundred for Klassen.
South African batting in World Cup 2023 ispic.twitter.com/FVeRvdyBDY
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 1, 2023
South Africabeat England In Rugby World Cup and Cricket World Cup on the same day, they beat New Zealand in Rugby World Cup final and they are about to beat New Zealand in Cricket World Cup game too, say what you want about them but they are a great sporting nation
— The Instigator (@Am_Blujay) November 1, 2023
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