England vs South Africa - 2nd Match - South Africa tour of England, 2025

Venue: Lord's Cricket Ground London

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Matthew Breetzke Crowned Player of the Match | South Africa - 330/8 (50.0), England - 325/9 (50.0)

September 5, 2025 2:08 am

Matthew Breetzke's exceptional performance has earned him the Player of the Match award. His crucial contributions with the bat and in the field were instrumental in securing a thrilling victory for South Africa.

South Africa Clinch Thrilling Victory! | South Africa - 330/8 (50.0), England - 325/9 (50.0)

September 5, 2025 1:58 am

In a nail-biting finish, South Africa defeated England by 5 runs in a high-scoring encounter. South Africa posted 330/8 in their 50 overs, and despite a valiant effort from England, they fell just short, finishing at 325/9.

South Africa Clinch Thrilling Victory by 5 Runs! | England - 325/9 (50.0)

September 5, 2025 1:57 am

In a nail-biting finish, South Africa successfully defended their total, defeating England by a narrow margin of 5 runs. Despite a late surge from England, South Africa held their nerve to secure a memorable win.

Archer's Fightback: Another Boundary! | England - 320/9(49.4)

September 5, 2025 1:57 am

Jofra Archer smashes a crucial boundary, adding four more runs to England's total. He's showing incredible resilience under pressure, keeping England's hopes alive in this thrilling chase.

Archer finds the boundary! | England - 320/9 (49.3)

September 5, 2025 1:55 am

Jofra Archer smashes a crucial boundary, keeping England's faint hopes alive in this thrilling chase. The shot brings the score to 320 for 9, adding immense drama to the final overs.

Archer Run Out! South Africa Closes In! | England - 313/9(48.3)

September 5, 2025 1:50 am

Jofra Archer, after a valiant effort including a six, is run out for 17 runs. A sharp piece of fielding by Matthew Breetzke and Nandre Burger brings an end to his innings and almost certainly England's hopes.

Archer Unleashes Another Six! | England - 312/8 (48.2)

September 5, 2025 1:48 am

Jofra Archer smashes a crucial six off Nandre Burger, injecting life into England's chase. This powerful hit keeps their hopes alive in a thrilling finish.

England Crosses 300! | England - 303/8 (47.4)

September 5, 2025 1:46 am

England reaches the 300-run mark with a wide and five runs, adding crucial runs to their chase. This unexpected turn of events injects new life into their innings.

Bonus Runs and 300 Up for England! | England - 303/8 (47.4)

September 5, 2025 1:45 am

A wide delivery from Lungi Ngidi results in five bonus runs for England, pushing their total past the 300-run mark! A crucial moment in this tense chase, providing a much-needed boost.

Archer's Heroic Six! | England - 298/8 (47.4)

September 5, 2025 1:44 am

Jofra Archer smashes a massive six off Lungi Ngidi, giving England a glimmer of hope in this tense chase. A crucial hit under immense pressure.

Jacks Departs! South Africa on Top! | England - 290/8 (46.5)

September 5, 2025 1:39 am

Will Jacks is caught by Keshav Maharaj off Nandre Burger for a well-made 39 runs. This is a massive blow for England, who are now 8 wickets down and struggling to chase down the target. South Africa is now firmly in control of the match.

Burger Strikes! Carse Departs | England - 288/7 (46.1)

September 5, 2025 1:35 am

Nandre Burger gets the breakthrough, dismissing Brydon Carse caught by Aiden Markram. A crucial wicket for South Africa, putting England under more pressure in this chase.

Jacks Smashes a Six! | England - 288/6 (46.0)

September 5, 2025 1:33 am

Will Jacks unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary for a maximum! This six injects crucial momentum into England's chase, keeping their hopes alive.

Jacks Finds the Fence! | England - 282/6 (45.4)

September 5, 2025 1:32 am

Will Jacks finds the boundary! A much-needed four for England, easing the pressure and keeping the scoreboard ticking. This shot injects some momentum into the chase.

Will Jacks Launches a Six! | England - 275/6 (44.4)

September 5, 2025 1:28 am

Will Jacks unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary for a massive six! This crucial boundary pushes England's score to 275 for 6, injecting much-needed momentum into their chase.

Carse finds the boundary! | England - 263/6 (43.2)

September 5, 2025 1:22 am

Brydon Carse smashes a much-needed four, providing some relief for England after the loss of Jos Buttler. This boundary helps to keep the scoreboard ticking and injects some momentum into the chase.

Buttler Bowled! | England - 256/6 (42.3)

September 5, 2025 1:18 am

Lungi Ngidi delivers a crucial blow, bowling Jos Buttler for a well-played 61 runs off 51 balls. This wicket is a significant breakthrough for South Africa, putting pressure back on England in their chase. Buttler's innings included 3 fours and 3 sixes.

Extra Run for England | England - 252/5 (42.0)

September 5, 2025 1:16 am

Lungi Ngidi bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. These extras can be crucial in a tight chase.

England Crosses 250-Run Mark! | England - 250/5 (41.5)

September 5, 2025 1:13 am

England reaches the 250-run mark in their chase, a significant milestone as they continue to build their innings. Jos Buttler and Will Jacks are steadily accumulating runs, keeping the hopes alive for England.

Buttler Reaches Fifty! | England - 235/5 (39.3)

September 5, 2025 1:03 am

Jos Buttler brings up his half-century with a single off Nandre Burger! A crucial fifty for the England captain, coming off just 43 balls, providing much-needed stability and impetus to the chase. His innings has been a mix of powerful hitting and smart rotation of strike.

Buttler Reaches Half-Century with Style! | England - 235/5 (39.3)

September 5, 2025 1:03 am

Jos Buttler brings up a well-deserved fifty! He reaches the milestone in just 43 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes. A crucial innings for England in their chase.

Buttler Blasts Another Six! | England - 229/5 (38.2)

September 5, 2025 12:59 am

Jos Buttler unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the ropes for a magnificent six! This boundary brings him closer to his half-century and injects crucial momentum into England's chase.

Buttler finds the boundary! | England - 222/5 (37.2)

September 5, 2025 12:55 am

Jos Buttler smashes a crucial boundary off Nandre Burger, injecting some much-needed runs into England's chase. This four helps to release some pressure after the recent wicket.

Brook Departs! Muthusamy Strikes! | England - 216/5 (36.3)

September 5, 2025 12:49 am

Senuran Muthusamy claims the vital wicket of Harry Brook, caught by Temba Bavuma. This is a significant breakthrough for South Africa, breaking a promising partnership and putting England under more pressure in their chase.

Buttler Blasts Another Six! | England - 207/4 (34.2)

September 5, 2025 12:39 am

Jos Buttler launches Senuran Muthusamy for a massive six, adding crucial runs to England's total and accelerating the scoring rate. A powerful hit that clears the boundary with ease.

England Crosses 200-Run Mark! | England - 201/4 (34.1)

September 5, 2025 12:38 am

England reaches the 200-run mark in their chase, a significant milestone in their innings. The partnership between Jos Buttler and Harry Brook is proving crucial for their team's progress.

Buttler & Brook Forge Crucial 50-Run Stand! | England - 199/4(33.1)

September 5, 2025 12:34 am

Jos Buttler and Harry Brook have brought up a vital 50-run partnership for England! Their stand of 52 runs off just 50 balls, featuring 4 fours and 2 sixes, is steadying the innings and keeping England in the chase. A crucial milestone in this high-stakes encounter.

Brook Blasts a Six! | England - 199/4(33.1)

September 5, 2025 12:34 am

Harry Brook smashes a magnificent six, adding crucial runs to England's total. This powerful shot injects momentum into the innings and puts pressure back on the bowlers.

Buttler Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | England - 186/4 (31.3)

September 5, 2025 12:25 am

Jos Buttler smashes a much-needed boundary off Corbin Bosch, injecting some momentum into England's innings. This well-timed shot brings up 186 for England.

Brook Finds the Boundary! | England - 180/4 (30.3)

September 5, 2025 12:22 am

Harry Brook dispatches Keshav Maharaj for a well-timed boundary, adding crucial runs to England's total. This boundary helps to maintain the scoring rate and build pressure on the South African bowlers.

Buttler Blasts a Six! | England - 174/4 (30.0)

September 5, 2025 12:22 am

Jos Buttler smashes a huge six off Senuran Muthusamy, providing a much-needed boost to England's scoring rate and injecting momentum into their innings. This powerful shot showcases his intent to accelerate the scoring.

Buttler Blazes a Boundary! | England - 157/4 (26.2)

September 5, 2025 12:11 am

Jos Buttler strikes a superb boundary off Keshav Maharaj, getting his innings underway with a confident shot. This four provides a much-needed boost for England after losing two quick wickets.

Brook Finds the Boundary! | England - 151/4 (25.2)

September 5, 2025 12:08 am

Harry Brook breaks the shackles, smashing a crucial boundary off Senuran Muthusamy. This much-needed four brings some relief to England after losing two quick wickets and gets Brook off to a confident start.

Root Stumped! Maharaj Strikes Again! | England - 147/4 (24.5)

September 5, 2025 12:05 am

Joe Root is stumped by Ryan Rickelton off the bowling of Keshav Maharaj! A huge wicket for South Africa, as Root departs after scoring 61 runs from 72 balls, including 8 fours. This is a massive blow to England's chase.

Bethell Departs After Explosive Fifty | England - 143/3 (23.3)

September 4, 2025 11:57 pm

Jacob Bethell, after a sensational innings of 58 runs off just 40 balls, has been caught by Dewald Brevis off the bowling of Corbin Bosch. His aggressive knock included 5 fours and 3 sixes, providing crucial momentum to England's chase.

Root Continues to Dominate with a Boundary! | England - 139/2 (22.3)

September 4, 2025 11:53 pm

Joe Root finds the boundary once again, smashing a well-timed FOUR off Lungi Ngidi. He is looking in sublime touch, building on his half-century and keeping England firmly in control of this chase. This boundary further solidifies his excellent form.

Jacob Bethell's Explosive Fifty! | England - 127/2 (20.0)

September 4, 2025 11:41 pm

Jacob Bethell reaches a blistering half-century off just 28 balls, including 5 fours and 3 sixes. His aggressive innings has provided crucial momentum to England's chase.

Bethell Blazes to Fifty! | England - 127/2 (20.0)

September 4, 2025 11:41 pm

Jacob Bethell reaches his half-century in just 28 balls, showcasing an aggressive innings with 5 fours and 3 sixes. A brilliant display of power hitting from the young batsman.

Joe Root Reaches Half-Century! | England - 123/2 (19.2)

September 4, 2025 11:38 pm

Joe Root brings up a well-deserved half-century off 58 balls! A crucial innings under pressure, steadying England's chase with a mix of solid defense and timely boundaries. He has scored 7 fours and 0 sixes.

Joe Root Reaches Half-Century! | England - 123/2 (19.2)

September 4, 2025 11:38 pm

Joe Root brings up a well-deserved half-century! He reached 50 runs off 58 balls, including 7 fours. This innings has been crucial in stabilizing England's chase and building a strong partnership.

Bethell's Boundary Barrage! | England - 120/2 (18.5)

September 4, 2025 11:35 pm

Jacob Bethell continues his onslaught, smashing another magnificent FOUR off Keshav Maharaj! This is his third consecutive boundary, showcasing aggressive intent and putting immense pressure on the South African bowlers. He's now on 45 runs.

Bethell's Blazing Bat: Consecutive Fours! | England - 116/2 (18.4)

September 4, 2025 11:34 pm

Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive assault, smashing his second consecutive boundary off Keshav Maharaj. He's now raced to 41 runs from just 21 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes, putting immense pressure on the South African bowlers.

Fifty-Run Partnership for England! | England - 112/2 (18.3)

September 4, 2025 11:34 pm

Jacob Bethell and Joe Root have brought up a vital 50-run partnership for England! This crucial stand came off just 35 balls, featuring 3 fours and 3 sixes. They are steadily rebuilding the innings after early wickets, providing much-needed stability and momentum.

Bethell Blazes Another Boundary! | England - 112/2 (18.3)

September 4, 2025 11:34 pm

Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive assault, smashing Keshav Maharaj for a brilliant four. This boundary follows a six in the same over, showcasing his attacking intent and putting pressure on the bowlers.

Bethell Blasts Another Six! | England - 108/2 (18.2)

September 4, 2025 11:33 pm

Jacob Bethell unleashes a powerful shot, sending Keshav Maharaj for a massive six! This is Bethell's third six, showcasing his aggressive intent and boosting England's scoring rate significantly.

Bethell Blasts Six, England Reaches 100! | England - 101/2 (17.5)

September 4, 2025 11:31 pm

Jacob Bethell smashes a magnificent six off Aiden Markram, bringing up England's 100 runs in style! A powerful hit that sails over the boundary ropes, injecting momentum into the innings. England is now 101 for 2.

Bethell Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | England - 91/2 (17.1)

September 4, 2025 11:28 pm

Jacob Bethell strikes a superb boundary off Aiden Markram, finding the gap with precision. This four injects some much-needed momentum into the English innings, showcasing his growing confidence at the crease.

Bethell Blasts a Maximum! | England - 85/2 (16.0)

September 4, 2025 11:25 pm

Jacob Bethell unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball sailing over the boundary for a massive six! This injects some much-needed momentum into England's innings after the recent wicket.

Maharaj Strikes! Duckett Bowled! | England - 66/2 (12.5)

September 4, 2025 11:13 pm

Keshav Maharaj delivers a stunning ball, bowling Ben Duckett and breaking a crucial partnership. This wicket provides a much-needed breakthrough for South Africa, shifting the momentum of the match.

Maharaj Strikes! Duckett Bowled! | England - 66/2 (12.4)

September 4, 2025 11:13 pm

Keshav Maharaj delivers a superb ball, bowling Ben Duckett and breaking a growing partnership. This crucial wicket shifts the momentum, putting England under pressure as they lose their second wicket.

Maharaj Strikes! Duckett Bowled! | England - 66/2 (12.5)

September 4, 2025 11:09 pm

Keshav Maharaj bowls Ben Duckett! A crucial breakthrough for South Africa as Maharaj cleans up Duckett with a superb delivery. Duckett departs after scoring 14 runs from 32 balls, including one boundary. This wicket puts England under pressure.

Wide Ball Adds to England's Score | England - 52/1 (8.2)

September 4, 2025 10:50 pm

Lungi Ngidi bowls a wide, adding an extra run to England's total. These extras can prove crucial in a tight contest.

Fifty-Run Partnership for England! | England - 50/1 (7.3)

September 4, 2025 10:46 pm

Joe Root and Ben Duckett have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership for England! Root has been the aggressor with 32 runs, while Duckett has played a supporting role with 8 runs, building a solid foundation for their team.

England Crosses 50-Run Mark | England - 50/1 (7.3)

September 4, 2025 10:46 pm

England crosses the 50-run mark, showing good recovery after an early wicket. The partnership between Joe Root and Ben Duckett is steadily building, providing a solid foundation for the innings.

Root's Relentless Boundaries | England - 44/1(6.4)

September 4, 2025 10:43 pm

Joe Root is in magnificent touch! He smashes another boundary, his sixth of the innings, off Nandre Burger. This aggressive batting is putting the South African bowlers under immense pressure and rapidly advancing England's score.

Root's Rampage Continues! | England - 44/1(6.4)

September 4, 2025 10:43 pm

Joe Root is in sublime form! He smashes another boundary, his sixth of the innings, off Nandre Burger. He is looking to accelerate the scoring for England and is playing with great confidence.

Joe Root's Fifth Boundary | England - 40/1 (6.2)

September 4, 2025 10:41 pm

Joe Root continues his aggressive batting, smashing his fifth boundary of the innings. He's looking in great touch and building a strong partnership for England.

Duckett Breaks Through with a Boundary! | England - 34/1 (6.0)

September 4, 2025 10:38 pm

Ben Duckett strikes a confident boundary off Lungi Ngidi, finding the gap and sending the ball racing to the fence. This much-needed four helps to accelerate England's scoring.

Root Finds the Boundary Again! | England - 19/1 (3.2)

September 4, 2025 10:30 pm

Joe Root hits another boundary, showcasing his class and getting England's chase back on track. This quickfire boundary provides much-needed momentum for England.

Root Finds the Boundary! | England - 19/1 (3.2)

September 4, 2025 10:29 pm

Joe Root breaks the shackles with a well-timed boundary, getting his innings underway and releasing some pressure. He now has 8 runs from 12 balls, including 2 fours.

Nandre Burger bowls another wide! | England - 13/1(2.5)

September 4, 2025 10:24 pm

Nandre Burger bowls a wide delivery, adding another extra run to England's total. This is the second wide in this over, showing some inconsistency in Burger's line and length.

Nandre Burger's Costly Wide! | England - 12/1(2.1)

September 4, 2025 10:19 pm

Nandre Burger bowls a wide delivery that races to the boundary for five extra runs. This boosts England's score to 12 for 1, providing an unexpected bonus in their chase.

Root Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | England - 7/1 (1.5)

September 4, 2025 10:17 pm

Joe Root scores England's first boundary with a well-timed shot, bringing some much-needed runs to the scoreboard. This four eases the early pressure on England in their chase.

Nandre Burger Bowls a Wide | England - 1/1 (0.1)

September 4, 2025 10:09 pm

Nandre Burger bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. This is an early extra in the innings, giving England their first run of the chase.

Early Breakthrough! Smith Departs! | England - 0/1 (0.1)

September 4, 2025 10:07 pm

Nandre Burger strikes on the very first ball of the innings! Jamie Smith is caught by Ryan Rickelton, a massive breakthrough for South Africa. England is under immediate pressure, losing their first wicket without a run on the board. What a start to the chase!

Archer Finishes with a Flourish! | South Africa - 330/8 (50.0)

September 4, 2025 9:36 pm

Jofra Archer bowls Keshav Maharaj on the final ball of the innings! A crucial wicket for England, as South Africa's innings concludes with 330 runs on the board. Maharaj departs for just 1 run.

Archer Strikes! Muthusamy Trapped LBW! | South Africa - 326/7 (49.1)

September 4, 2025 9:31 pm

Jofra Archer delivers a crucial blow, trapping Senuran Muthusamy plumb in front for 7 runs. A big wicket for England in the final over, as South Africa loses its seventh wicket.

Bosch Finds the Fence! | South Africa - 326/6 (48.5)

September 4, 2025 9:28 pm

Corbin Bosch smashes a crucial boundary, adding four vital runs to South Africa's total. This shot boosts their scoring rate in the death overs.

Wide Ball Adds to South Africa's Total | South Africa - 320/6 (48.2)

September 4, 2025 9:26 pm

Saqib Mahmood bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's score. This minor error in line gives away an easy run in a crucial phase of the match.

Bosch Finds the Fence! | South Africa - 318/6(47.5)

September 4, 2025 9:23 pm

Corbin Bosch unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four! This crucial boundary pushes South Africa's total to 318 for 6, adding vital runs in the death overs.

Bosch Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 309/6 (46.5)

September 4, 2025 9:19 pm

Corbin Bosch finds the fence with a well-timed shot, bringing up a crucial boundary for South Africa. This four will help release some pressure after a few dot balls and keep the scoreboard ticking.

Muthusamy's First Boundary! | South Africa - 301/6 (45.4)

September 4, 2025 9:14 pm

Senuran Muthusamy, new to the crease, dispatches a boundary to get off the mark with confidence. A well-timed shot that finds the ropes, providing a much-needed boost after the recent wicket.

Brevis Departs After Quickfire Knock | South Africa - 297/5 (45.1)

September 4, 2025 9:12 pm

Dewald Brevis is caught by Adil Rashid off Jacob Bethell's bowling. He departs after a quickfire innings of 42 runs from just 19 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes, at a strike rate of 221.05.

Archer's Brilliance: Brevis Run Out! | South Africa - 259/5 (41.5)

September 4, 2025 8:56 pm

Oh, a huge moment! Dewald Brevis is run out by a brilliant piece of fielding from Jofra Archer! Brevis departs for 12 runs off 8 balls. This is a crucial breakthrough for England, as South Africa loses its fifth wicket.

Bethell's Costly Wide | South Africa - 253/4 (40.3)

September 4, 2025 8:50 pm

Jacob Bethell bowls another wide delivery, adding 2 more runs to South Africa's total. These extras are proving costly for the fielding side, as South Africa continues to build a commanding score.

South Africa Crosses 250 with a Wide! | South Africa - 251/4 (40.3)

September 4, 2025 8:50 pm

Jacob Bethell bowls a wide, adding an extra run to South Africa's total and pushing them past the 250-run mark. This milestone highlights their strong batting performance, setting a challenging target for the opposition.

South Africa Crosses 250! | South Africa - 250/4 (40.3)

September 4, 2025 8:50 pm

A wide delivery from Jacob Bethell adds an extra run to South Africa's total, pushing them past the 250-run mark. A significant milestone for the team as they continue to build a strong score.

Brevis on Fire! Consecutive Fours! | South Africa - 249/4 (40.3)

September 4, 2025 8:49 pm

Dewald Brevis hits another boundary off Jacob Bethell, continuing his aggressive start. He's now on 8 runs from just 2 balls, with two fours, showing great intent for South Africa.

Brevis off the mark with a boundary! | South Africa - 245/4 (40.2)

September 4, 2025 8:48 pm

Dewald Brevis announces his arrival at the crease with a magnificent boundary off Jacob Bethell! He gets off the mark with a superb shot, showing immediate intent and putting pressure on the bowler. South Africa is now 245 for 4.

Archer Strikes! Breetzke Departs LBW! | South Africa - 240/4 (40.0)

September 4, 2025 8:45 pm

Jofra Archer gets the breakthrough for England, trapping Matthew Breetzke LBW for a well-played 85 runs off 77 balls, including 7 fours and 3 sixes. A crucial wicket at a key moment for South Africa.

Wide Ball from Jofra Archer | South Africa - 240/3 (39.5)

September 4, 2025 8:43 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a wide, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. The score moves to 240 for 3, as they continue to build a strong innings.

Breetzke Ends Over with a Boundary! | South Africa - 233/3 (39.0)

September 4, 2025 8:38 pm

Matthew Breetzke smashes a powerful boundary off Brydon Carse on the last ball of the over, adding crucial runs to South Africa's total. He's now on 83 runs.

Stubbs Reaches Half-Century! | South Africa - 228/3 (38.5)

September 4, 2025 8:38 pm

Tristan Stubbs brings up a well-deserved half-century! He reaches 50 runs off just 55 balls, including 2 fours and 1 six. A crucial innings that has helped South Africa build a strong total and maintain momentum.

Tristan Stubbs Reaches Half-Century! | South Africa - 228/3 (38.5)

September 4, 2025 8:38 pm

Tristan Stubbs brings up a fantastic half-century! He reaches 50 runs off just 55 balls, including 2 fours and 1 six. A crucial innings that has helped South Africa build a strong total.

Breetzke Unleashes a Massive Six! | South Africa - 224/3 (38.2)

September 4, 2025 8:36 pm

Matthew Breetzke unleashes a powerful six off Brydon Carse, adding crucial runs to South Africa's total. This magnificent hit pushes his individual score to 76 and significantly boosts the team's momentum, demonstrating his aggressive intent.

Breetzke finds the fence! | South Africa - 218/3(38.1)

September 4, 2025 8:35 pm

Matthew Breetzke dispatches Brydon Carse for a superb boundary, showcasing his excellent form. He moves to 70 runs, keeping the scoreboard ticking rapidly for South Africa.

South Africa Crosses 200 Runs! | South Africa - 203/3 (36.2)

September 4, 2025 8:30 pm

South Africa reaches the 200-run mark, showcasing a strong batting performance. The team is building a formidable total, with key contributions from the batsmen.

Stubbs Continues the Assault with Another Boundary! | South Africa - 207/3 (36.3)

September 4, 2025 8:29 pm

Tristan Stubbs smashes another boundary off Will Jacks, continuing his aggressive play. This four takes his score to 47 and further boosts South Africa's total, maintaining their strong scoring rate.

Stubbs Finds the Fence! | South Africa - 197/3 (36.1)

September 4, 2025 8:27 pm

Tristan Stubbs unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for a much-needed four! This brings his score to 37 runs and keeps the scoreboard ticking for South Africa.

Century Partnership for South Africa! | South Africa - 193/3 (35.5)

September 4, 2025 8:25 pm

Matthew Breetzke and Tristan Stubbs have forged a magnificent 100-run partnership from 101 balls. Breetzke contributed 61 runs and Stubbs 33 runs to this crucial stand, providing a strong foundation for South Africa.

Breetzke Blasts a Big Six! | South Africa - 183/3 (33.4)

September 4, 2025 8:18 pm

Matthew Breetzke smashes a huge six, showcasing his aggressive intent and adding crucial runs to the scoreboard. This powerful shot further solidifies his excellent form and puts pressure on the bowlers.

Extra Runs for South Africa | South Africa - 173/3 (33.1)

September 4, 2025 8:16 pm

Will Jacks bowls a wide delivery, conceding two extra runs to South Africa. These additional runs push the score further, adding to the team's total without a bat connecting the ball.

Breetzke Reaches Half-Century! | South Africa - 170/3 (33.0)

September 4, 2025 8:14 pm

Matthew Breetzke brings up his well-deserved half-century, a crucial innings for South Africa. He has played a composed knock, providing stability and building a strong partnership. This milestone highlights his excellent form.

Matthew Breetzke Reaches Half-Century! | South Africa - 170/3 (33.0)

September 4, 2025 8:14 pm

Matthew Breetzke brings up a fantastic half-century! This crucial knock has anchored South Africa's innings, providing stability and momentum. A well-deserved milestone for the batsman.

Breetzke Finds the Boundary! | South Africa - 155/3 (30.3)

September 4, 2025 8:01 pm

Matthew Breetzke strikes a superb boundary off Saqib Mahmood, adding crucial runs to South Africa's total. This well-timed shot continues his impressive form and keeps the scoreboard ticking over for the Proteas.

Fifty-Run Partnership for South Africa! | South Africa - 145/3 (28.5)

September 4, 2025 7:54 pm

Matthew Breetzke and Tristan Stubbs have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership for South Africa! Their steady stand has helped stabilize the innings after early wickets, with Breetzke on 39 runs and Stubbs on 14 runs. This partnership has been vital in rebuilding the innings and setting a platform for a competitive total.

Breetzke Continues to Impress with a Boundary! | South Africa - 145/3 (28.5)

September 4, 2025 7:54 pm

Matthew Breetzke strikes a superb boundary off Saqib Mahmood, adding crucial runs to the South African total. This well-timed shot keeps the scoreboard ticking and maintains the pressure on the English bowlers.

Breetzke's Boundary Blitz! | South Africa - 134/3 (27.0)

September 4, 2025 7:46 pm

Matthew Breetzke unleashed a flurry of boundaries in Jacob Bethell's over, smashing a four and a six to inject much-needed momentum into the South African innings. His aggressive play has put England under pressure.

Breetzke Unleashes a Six! | South Africa - 131/3 (26.3)

September 4, 2025 7:44 pm

Matthew Breetzke launches a massive SIX off Jacob Bethell! This powerful shot sails over the ropes, providing a much-needed acceleration for South Africa. It's a brilliant display of aggressive batting, shifting the momentum firmly in their favour and putting the bowler under immense pressure.

Breetzke Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 125/3 (26.2)

September 4, 2025 7:43 pm

Matthew Breetzke plays a superb shot for four runs off Jacob Bethell, providing a crucial boundary for South Africa and releasing some of the mounting pressure after a tight spell of bowling. This boundary helps to keep the scoreboard ticking.

Adil Rashid's Masterful Maiden Over | South Africa - 120/3 (26.0)

September 4, 2025 7:42 pm

Adil Rashid delivers a brilliant maiden over, completely stifling Matthew Breetzke and preventing any runs. His tight line and length are putting immense pressure on the South African batsmen, showcasing excellent control and strategic bowling.

Breetzke Breaks Through with a Boundary! | South Africa - 119/3 (24.5)

September 4, 2025 7:36 pm

Matthew Breetzke strikes a confident boundary off Jacob Bethell, injecting some much-needed momentum into the South African innings. This four helps to increase the scoring rate and put pressure back on the bowlers.

Extra Run for South Africa | South Africa - 112/3 (23.3)

September 4, 2025 7:32 pm

Brydon Carse bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. These extras can be crucial in a tight match.

Breetzke Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 101/3 (21.3)

September 4, 2025 7:24 pm

Matthew Breetzke finds the boundary, a much-needed release of pressure for South Africa. This four helps to keep the scoreboard ticking and provides some momentum after a period of tight bowling.

Markram Falls Short of Fifty! | South Africa - 93/3 (19.0)

September 4, 2025 7:13 pm

Aiden Markram, just one run shy of his half-century, is caught and bowled by Adil Rashid. A crucial wicket for England, as Markram was looking set to build a big innings for South Africa.

Markram finds the boundary! | South Africa - 89/2 (18.3)

September 4, 2025 7:11 pm

Aiden Markram dispatches Adil Rashid for a superb FOUR! This boundary brings some much-needed momentum to the South African innings after a period of tight bowling. He is looking in good touch and building a crucial partnership.

Adil Rashid's Tight Over | South Africa - 84/2 (17.0)

September 4, 2025 7:05 pm

Adil Rashid bowls a very economical over, conceding just one run and keeping the pressure firmly on the South African batsmen after two quick wickets. Matthew Breetzke is yet to get off the mark.

Markram Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 82/2 (15.3)

September 4, 2025 7:00 pm

Aiden Markram finds the boundary with a well-timed shot, bringing some much-needed runs for South Africa. This boundary provides a crucial release of pressure after two quick wickets.

Rashid Strikes! Bavuma Departs | South Africa - 78/2 (14.4)

September 4, 2025 6:54 pm

Adil Rashid gets the breakthrough, dismissing Temba Bavuma caught by Jos Buttler. Bavuma departs after scoring just 4 runs from 7 balls. This is a crucial wicket for the fielding side, putting South Africa under pressure.

Jofra Archer Bowls a Maiden Over After Taking a Wicket! | South Africa - 73/1 (14.0)

September 4, 2025 6:50 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a brilliant maiden over, putting immense pressure on the new batsman, Temba Bavuma, after dismissing Ryan Rickelton earlier in the over. A fantastic display of control and aggression from Archer.

Archer Strikes! Rickelton Departs! | South Africa - 73/1 (13.1)

September 4, 2025 6:46 pm

Jofra Archer gets the breakthrough for his team! Ryan Rickelton is caught by Jos Buttler, bringing an end to a promising opening partnership. A crucial wicket for the bowling side.

Markram's Hat-Trick of Fours! | South Africa - 68/0 (11.5)

September 4, 2025 6:40 pm

Aiden Markram smashes his third consecutive boundary off Jofra Archer, showcasing aggressive batting and putting immense pressure on the bowler. This rapid scoring is shifting the momentum firmly in South Africa's favor.

Markram's Back-to-Back Boundaries! | South Africa - 64/0 (11.4)

September 4, 2025 6:39 pm

Aiden Markram smashes two consecutive fours off Jofra Archer, showcasing his aggressive intent and accelerating the scoring for South Africa. This powerful hitting is putting the bowlers under immense pressure.

Markram Finds the Boundary! | South Africa - 60/0 (11.3)

September 4, 2025 6:38 pm

Aiden Markram dispatches Jofra Archer for a well-timed boundary, showcasing his growing confidence at the crease. This shot keeps the scoreboard ticking and maintains the pressure on the fielding side.

Fifty Up for South Africa! Markram and Rickelton Forge Strong Partnership! | South Africa - 51/0 (9.5)

September 4, 2025 6:31 pm

Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickelton have reached a crucial 50-run partnership, providing a solid foundation for South Africa. Ryan Rickelton has scored 31 runs from 24 balls with 5 fours, and Aiden Markram has contributed 17 runs from 35 balls, including a six and a four.

South Africa Reaches 50 with a Boundary! | South Africa - 51/0 (9.5)

September 4, 2025 6:31 pm

Ryan Rickelton smashes another boundary, taking South Africa past the 50-run mark! This confident shot highlights a strong opening partnership, setting a solid foundation for the innings. The team is looking comfortable and in control.

Rickelton Finds the Boundary! | South Africa - 47/0 (9.1)

September 4, 2025 6:28 pm

Ryan Rickelton smashes a magnificent four, adding crucial runs to the scoreboard and pushing South Africa closer to a strong total. He now stands at 27 runs off 20 balls.

Ryan Rickelton Adds Five Runs! | South Africa - 43/0 (8.4)

September 4, 2025 6:27 pm

Ryan Rickelton finds the boundary with a well-placed shot, adding a crucial five runs to the total. This unexpected five keeps the scoreboard ticking and puts pressure on the fielding side.

Rickelton Starts with a Boundary! | South Africa - 38/0 (8.1)

September 4, 2025 6:24 pm

Ryan Rickelton starts the over with a superb boundary, driving Brydon Carse for four! This aggressive shot pushes South Africa's total to 38 without loss, injecting some much-needed momentum into their innings after a maiden over.

Maiden Over from Saqib Mahmood! | South Africa - 34/0 (8.0)

September 4, 2025 6:23 pm

Saqib Mahmood bowls a superb maiden over, not conceding a single run and building immense pressure on the South African openers. A disciplined effort from the bowler.

Rickelton's Boundary Boosts South Africa | South Africa - 34/0 (6.1)

September 4, 2025 6:15 pm

Ryan Rickelton starts the over with a superb boundary off Brydon Carse, finding the gap with precision. This confident shot adds four crucial runs to the scoreboard, providing a much-needed acceleration for South Africa's innings.

Archer's Wide Adds to South Africa's Score | South Africa - 29/0 (4.4)

September 4, 2025 6:08 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. This unforced error provides a small boost to the batting side, who are looking to capitalize on every scoring opportunity and build a strong foundation.

Markram's Mighty Six! | South Africa - 28/0 (4.4)

September 4, 2025 6:08 pm

Aiden Markram unleashes a powerful shot, sending Jofra Archer's delivery soaring over the ropes for a massive six! This majestic hit provides a significant boost to South Africa's innings, showcasing his aggressive intent and shifting the momentum. The crowd roars in approval.

Mahmood bowls a wide | South Africa - 17/0(3.2)

September 4, 2025 6:01 pm

Saqib Mahmood bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. This takes the score to 17 for no loss. A slight lapse in control from Mahmood.

Markram Finds the Boundary! | South Africa - 13/0 (2.1)

September 4, 2025 5:55 pm

Aiden Markram dispatches Jofra Archer for a superb boundary, driving the ball to the fence. This four brings some much-needed momentum to South Africa's innings, as they look to accelerate their scoring rate.

Rickelton Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 9/0 (2.0)

September 4, 2025 5:54 pm

Ryan Rickelton dispatches the ball to the boundary for a much-needed four, injecting some momentum into South Africa's innings. This boundary helps ease the early pressure and gets the scoreboard moving.

Bowling Change: Saqib Mahmood into the Attack | South Africa - 2/0 (1.1)

September 4, 2025 5:50 pm

Saqib Mahmood has been introduced into the bowling attack, replacing Jofra Archer after a tight opening over. This strategic change aims to maintain pressure on the South African batsmen early in their innings.

First Run for South Africa – A Wide from Archer! | South Africa - 0/0(0.3)

September 4, 2025 5:47 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a wide delivery, conceding the first extra run of the innings. This adds to South Africa's score without a bat being laid on it, getting them off the mark.