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Jofra Archer Crowned Player of the Match | England - 414/5(50.0), South Africa - 72/10(20.5)

September 7, 2025 10:08 pm

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Jofra Archer has been awarded the Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance, taking 4 wickets for just 18 runs in 9 overs, including 3 maiden overs. His spell was instrumental in dismantling the South African batting lineup and securing a dominant victory for England.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Temba Bavuma 0 0 0 0 0
Nandre Burger 2 7 0 0 28.57

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Adil Rashid 3.5 0 13 3 3.39
Jofra Archer 9.0 3 18 4 2

England Dominates South Africa with a Massive Victory | England - 414/5 (50.0), South Africa - 72/10 (20.5)

September 7, 2025 9:57 pm

England secured a resounding victory over South Africa by 342 runs. The English bowlers were exceptional, dismantling the South African batting lineup for just 72 runs after posting a formidable total of 414/5.

England Crushes South Africa in Dominant Display | England - 414/5(50.0), South Africa - 72/10(20.5)

September 7, 2025 9:57 pm

England secured a massive victory over South Africa, bowling them out for just 72 runs. Jofra Archer was the star performer with 4 wickets, while Adil Rashid chipped in with 3. South Africa struggled to build partnerships and lost wickets consistently throughout their innings.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Temba Bavuma 0 0 0 0 0
Nandre Burger 2 7 0 0 28.57

Bowlers

Name O M R W Eco
Adil Rashid 3.5 0 13 3 3.39
Jofra Archer 9.0 3 18 4 2

South Africa All Out! England Wins! | South Africa - 72/10 (20.5)

September 7, 2025 9:57 pm

And that's it! South Africa are all out for 72 runs as Temba Bavuma is declared absent hurt. A dominant performance by England sees them clinch a comprehensive victory. The Proteas simply couldn't withstand the relentless English bowling attack.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Temba Bavuma 0 0 0 0 0
Nandre Burger 2 7 0 0 28.57

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Adil Rashid 3.5 0 13 3 3.39
Jofra Archer 9.0 3 18 4 2

Rashid Strikes Again! Bosch Departs! | South Africa - 72/9 (20.5)

September 7, 2025 9:56 pm

Adil Rashid picks up another vital wicket, with Corbin Bosch caught by Brydon Carse. Bosch was attempting to stabilize the innings but falls for 20 runs, leaving South Africa in deep trouble.

Player Statistics

Batsman

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Corbin Bosch 20 32 3 0 62.5
Nandre Burger 2 7 0 0 28.57

Bowler

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Adil Rashid 3.5 0 13 3 3.39
Jofra Archer 9.0 3 18 4 2

Extra Run for South Africa | South Africa - 70/8 (19.3)

September 7, 2025 9:49 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. This small bonus helps the Proteas inch closer to their target in a challenging innings. Every run is crucial for them at this stage of the match.

Bosch Finds the Boundary! | South Africa - 63/8 (18.3)

September 7, 2025 9:45 pm

Corbin Bosch strikes a crucial boundary, finding the ropes with a well-timed shot. This four provides a much-needed boost for South Africa, adding valuable runs to their challenging innings.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Corbin Bosch 13 22 2 0 59.09
Nandre Burger 1 3 0 0 33.33

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Adil Rashid 2.3 0 7 2 2.8
Jofra Archer 8.0 3 15 4 1.88

Jofra Archer Bowls a Wide | South Africa - 62/8 (17.2)

September 7, 2025 9:39 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a wide, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. This helps South Africa inch closer to a respectable score, now at 62 for 8.

Corbin Bosch finds the boundary! | South Africa - 61/8 (17.1)

September 7, 2025 9:38 pm

Corbin Bosch smashes a much-needed boundary, adding crucial runs to South Africa's total. A well-timed shot that brings some relief to the struggling Proteas.

Rashid Strikes Again! Yusuf Bowled! | South Africa - 57/8 (17.0)

September 7, 2025 9:37 pm

Adil Rashid bowls Codi Yusuf! The batsman departs after scoring 5 runs off 11 balls, including one boundary. This is a crucial breakthrough for England, further dismantling the South African batting lineup.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Corbin Bosch 9 16 1 0 56.25
Codi Yusuf 5 11 1 0 45.45

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Adil Rashid 2.0 0 6 2 3
Jamie Overton 2.0 0 8 0 4

Codi Yusuf Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 57/7 (16.4)

September 7, 2025 9:36 pm

Codi Yusuf strikes a much-needed boundary, finding the ropes with a well-timed shot. This four provides a brief respite for South Africa amidst a challenging innings.

South Africa Reaches 50 Runs | South Africa - 50/7 (15.2)

September 7, 2025 9:31 pm

South Africa has reached the 50-run mark in a challenging innings. Despite losing 7 wickets, Corbin Bosch nudged a single to bring up the milestone. They will be looking to build from here.

Batsman Statistics

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Corbin Bosch 7 13 1 0 53.85
Codi Yusuf 0 4 0 0 0

Bowler Statistics

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Jamie Overton 1.2 0 6 0 4.5
Adil Rashid 1.0 0 1 1 1

Rashid Strikes! Maharaj Departs as South Africa Crumbles Further | South Africa - 49/7 (14.2)

September 7, 2025 9:26 pm

Adil Rashid claims a crucial wicket, dismissing Keshav Maharaj for 17 runs off 17 balls, including 2 fours and 1 six. Maharaj was caught by Joe Root, adding to South Africa's woes.

Maharaj Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 48/6 (14.0)

September 7, 2025 9:21 pm

Keshav Maharaj smashes a crucial boundary, finding the ropes and adding four valuable runs to South Africa's total. This well-timed shot brings some relief and pushes the score towards fifty.

Jofra Archer bowls another Maiden Over! | South Africa - 43/6 (13.0)

September 7, 2025 9:16 pm

Jofra Archer delivers another fantastic maiden over, showcasing his incredible control and accuracy. This tight bowling continues to build immense pressure on the South African batsmen.

Extra run for South Africa! | South Africa - 43/6 (12.2)

September 7, 2025 9:14 pm

A wide ball from Jofra Archer adds an extra run to South Africa's total. Every run counts for them at this stage.

Maharaj Breaks Loose with a Four and a Six! | South Africa - 42/6 (12.0)

September 7, 2025 9:12 pm

Keshav Maharaj provided some much-needed impetus for South Africa, striking a boundary and a six in quick succession. These aggressive shots helped to alleviate some of the pressure on the struggling batting lineup, adding crucial runs to the scoreboard.

Maharaj Unleashes a Six! | South Africa - 41/6 (11.4)

September 7, 2025 9:10 pm

Keshav Maharaj smashes a magnificent six, providing a much-needed boost for South Africa. This powerful shot brings some momentum back to their innings after a tough start.

Maharaj Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 35/6 (11.3)

September 7, 2025 9:10 pm

Keshav Maharaj smashes a much-needed boundary, bringing some relief to the South African innings. This four helps to ease the immense pressure and adds crucial runs to the scoreboard.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Keshav Maharaj 6 4 1 0 150
Corbin Bosch 4 7 1 0 57.14

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Brydon Carse 5.3 1 26 2 4.73
Jofra Archer 6.0 3 9 4 1.5

Corbin Bosch Breaks Through with a Boundary! | South Africa - 28/6 (10.2)

September 7, 2025 9:05 pm

Corbin Bosch finds the boundary with a well-timed shot, bringing some much-needed runs for South Africa. This four takes the score to 28 for 6, providing a brief respite from England's dominant bowling attack.

Brevis Departs! South Africa in Deeper Trouble | South Africa - 24/6(9.5)

September 7, 2025 9:01 pm

Dewald Brevis, after hitting a six, is caught by Jamie Overton off Brydon Carse. This crucial wicket further deepens South Africa's woes, as they struggle to build any significant partnerships.

Brevis Breaks the Shackles with a Maximum! | South Africa - 24/5 (9.3)

September 7, 2025 8:59 pm

Dewald Brevis launches a massive six, finally getting off the mark and providing a much-needed boost for South Africa. This powerful shot clears the boundary with ease, bringing some excitement to the innings.

Archer's Fiery Spell Continues: Stubbs Departs! | South Africa - 18/5 (8.5)

September 7, 2025 8:57 pm

Jofra Archer continues his devastating spell, picking up his fourth wicket as Tristan Stubbs is caught by Will Jacks. Archer's fiery pace and precision have left South Africa's batting line-up in disarray, intensifying the pressure on the Proteas.

Batsman Statistics

NameRunsBallsFoursSixesSR
Tristan Stubbs10211047.62
Dewald Brevis07000

Bowler Statistics

NameOversMaidenRunsWicketsEconomy
Jofra Archer5.03541
Brydon Carse4.011313.25

Archer Strikes Again! Stubbs Departs! | South Africa - 18/5 (8.4)

September 7, 2025 8:55 pm

Another one bites the dust! Jofra Archer claims his fourth wicket as Tristan Stubbs is caught by Will Jacks. South Africa is in deep trouble, losing their fifth wicket for just 18 runs. Archer's fiery spell continues to dismantle the South African batting lineup.

Player Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Tristan Stubbs 10 21 1 0 47.62
Dewald Brevis 0 7 0 0 0

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Jofra Archer 4.4 2 5 3 1.07
Brydon Carse 4.0 1 13 1 3.25

Stubbs Finds the Boundary! | South Africa - 17/4 (7.5)

September 7, 2025 8:50 pm

Tristan Stubbs hits a crucial boundary, bringing some much-needed runs for South Africa. This four will help to alleviate some of the early pressure on the batting side.

Wide Ball Adds to South Africa's Score | South Africa - 13/4(7.0)

September 7, 2025 8:47 pm

Brydon Carse bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. Every run is crucial for them at this stage as they try to build some momentum.

Wide Ball from Archer | South Africa - 11/4 (6.5)

September 7, 2025 8:45 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to South Africa's total. South Africa is now at 11 for 4.

Carse's Maiden Over Piles Pressure! | South Africa - 8/4 (6.0)

September 7, 2025 8:41 pm

Brydon Carse delivers a superb maiden over, adding to South Africa's woes. The English bowlers are relentlessly stifling the scoring, keeping the pressure firmly on the struggling batsmen. This tight bowling is making the chase incredibly difficult.

Archer Strikes Again! | South Africa - 7/4(4.4)

September 7, 2025 8:34 pm

Jofra Archer claims his third wicket as Matthew Breetzke is caught by Jos Buttler for just 4 runs. South Africa's chase is in disarray, losing wickets rapidly in the early overs.

Carse's Maiden Over Piles Pressure! | South Africa - 6/3 (4.0)

September 7, 2025 8:30 pm

Brydon Carse delivers a superb maiden over, stifling Matthew Breetzke and adding immense pressure on South Africa. This tight bowling performance is crucial for England in defending their massive total.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Matthew Breetzke 4 8 1 0 50
Tristan Stubbs 0 2 0 0 0

Bowler Stats

Name O M R W Eco
Brydon Carse 2.0 1 6 1 3
Jofra Archer 2.0 2 0 2 0

Archer’s Double-Wicket Maiden Over! | South Africa - 6/3 (3.0)

September 7, 2025 8:27 pm

Jofra Archer bowls a brilliant maiden over, conceding no runs and picking up the crucial wicket of Ryan Rickelton, further denting South Africa’s chase. His exceptional control and pace have put England firmly in command.

Archer Strikes Again! Rickelton Falls | South Africa - 6/3 (2.4)

September 7, 2025 8:24 pm

Jofra Archer claims his second wicket, as Ryan Rickelton is caught by Jos Buttler for just 1 run. South Africa is now in deep trouble at 6 for 3, with Archer delivering a devastating spell.

Breetzke Breaks the Shackles with a Boundary! | South Africa - 6/2 (1.5)

September 7, 2025 8:20 pm

Matthew Breetzke gets off the mark with a fantastic boundary, providing some much-needed relief for South Africa after losing two early wickets. A confident start for the new batsman.

Brydon Carse Strikes! Mulder Falls Early | South Africa - 2/2 (1.4)

September 7, 2025 8:19 pm

Wiaan Mulder is caught by Harry Brook for a duck! Another early blow for South Africa as England continues to dominate with the ball. South Africa is now 2 for 2.

Wide Ball from Carse | South Africa - 1/1(1.0)

September 7, 2025 8:16 pm

Brydon Carse bowls a wide, giving South Africa their first run of the innings. This extra run opens South Africa's account.

Archer Starts with a Maiden and a Wicket! | South Africa - 0/1 (1.0)

September 7, 2025 8:16 pm

Jofra Archer delivers a brilliant maiden over to start South Africa's innings, picking up the crucial wicket of Aiden Markram for a duck. A dream start for England, piling on the pressure immediately.

Early Breakthrough! Archer Strikes! | South Africa - 0/1 (0.2)

September 7, 2025 8:12 pm

Jofra Archer gets the early breakthrough for England! Aiden Markram is caught by Jos Buttler without scoring. A huge wicket for England in the very first over of South Africa's chase.

South Africa's Chase for 415 Begins! | South Africa - 0/0 (0.1). England - 414/5 (50.0)

September 7, 2025 8:11 pm

Jofra Archer delivers the first ball of South Africa's formidable chase, a dot ball to Aiden Markram. The tension is palpable as South Africa begins their pursuit of England's mammoth total. Archer starts with precision, setting the tone for the innings.

England Finishes with a Mammoth Total! | England - 414/5 (50.0)

September 7, 2025 7:40 pm

Jos Buttler finishes the innings with a boundary, taking England to a colossal 414 for 5 in their 50 overs. A dominant batting performance, highlighted by Joe Root's century and Buttler's explosive fifty, sets a daunting target.

England Innings Scorecard

Batsmen

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Joe Root 100 96 6 0 104.17
Jos Buttler 62 32 8 1 193.75
Will Jacks 19 8 2 1 237.5

Bowlers

Name O M R W Eco
Codi Yusuf 10.0 0 95 0 9.5
Keshav Maharaj 8.0 0 61 2 7.62
Corbin Bosch 10.0 0 79 2 7.9
Nandre Burger 10.0 0 95 0 9.5

Buttler's Boundary Pushes England Past 400! | England - 410/5 (49.5)

September 7, 2025 7:39 pm

Jos Buttler smashes another boundary off Nandre Burger, pushing England's monumental total to 410 for 5! His aggressive hitting is propelling England to an imposing score in the final over.

Buttler Continues Assault with a Boundary! | England - 406/5 (49.3)

September 7, 2025 7:38 pm

Jos Buttler smashes a powerful boundary off Nandre Burger, further boosting England's already massive total. He is accelerating the scoring rapidly in the death overs, putting immense pressure on the opposition.

England Crosses 400! Jacks Hits a Boundary! | England - 401/5 (49.1)

September 7, 2025 7:36 pm

Will Jacks smashes a boundary off Nandre Burger, taking England's total past the 400-run mark! A fantastic display of power-hitting in the death overs.

Buttler Blazes to Fifty! | England - 395/5 (48.4)

September 7, 2025 7:35 pm

Jos Buttler reaches a blistering fifty off just 27 balls! His aggressive knock includes 5 fours and 1 six, providing crucial momentum for England in the death overs. A superb display of power-hitting!

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jos Buttler 48 26 5 1 184.62
Will Jacks 14 6 1 1 233.33

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 9.4 0 77 2 7.97
Nandre Burger 9.0 0 78 0 8.67

Buttler Blazes a Boundary! | England - 395/5 (48.4)

September 7, 2025 7:34 pm

Jos Buttler smashes a powerful four off Corbin Bosch, taking his score to 48! He's just two runs away from a well-deserved fifty, accelerating England's innings towards a massive total. This boundary pushes England to 395 for 5.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jos Buttler 48 26 5 1 184.62
Will Jacks 14 6 1 1 233.33

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 9.4 0 77 2 7.97
Nandre Burger 9.0 0 78 0 8.67

Jacks Smashes a Maximum! | England - 383/5 (47.5)

September 7, 2025 7:31 pm

Will Jacks launches Nandre Burger for a massive six! He's getting into the act quickly, adding crucial runs for England as they push towards a huge total. This powerful hit boosts England's momentum.

Root Departs After Magnificent Century! | England - 371/5 (46.5)

September 7, 2025 7:24 pm

Joe Root, after scoring a brilliant century, is caught by Kwena Maphaka off the bowling of Corbin Bosch. A fantastic innings comes to an end, but he has put England in a very strong position.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Joe Root 100 96 6 0 104.17
Jos Buttler 39 21 4 1 185.71

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 8.5 0 68 2 7.7
Codi Yusuf 10.0 0 80 0 8

Joe Root's Magnificent Century! | England - 361/4(45.4)

September 7, 2025 7:18 pm

Joe Root reaches a brilliant century, a testament to his skill and determination. He has played a pivotal role in building England's formidable total, showcasing exceptional batting prowess under pressure.

Root's Masterclass Century! | England - 361/4 (45.4)

September 7, 2025 7:18 pm

Joe Root brings up a magnificent century off just 95 balls! This brilliant innings includes 6 fours, showcasing his class and determination to anchor England's innings.

Buttler and Root Forge a Fifty-Run Partnership! | England - 354/4 (45.0)

September 7, 2025 7:14 pm

Jos Buttler and Joe Root have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership off just 26 balls, with Buttler contributing 28 runs and Root 17 runs. This partnership has steadied England's innings and accelerated the scoring.

Buttler Unleashes Fury with Consecutive Boundaries! | England - 354/4 (45.0)

September 7, 2025 7:13 pm

Jos Buttler smashes a four and then a towering six off consecutive deliveries from Keshav Maharaj, shifting the momentum dramatically. This aggressive display has propelled England past the 350-run mark and put the pressure back on the bowlers. A brilliant display of power hitting!

England Scorecard

Batsman

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jos Buttler 28 14 4 1 200
Joe Root 96 91 6 0 105.49

Bowler

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Keshav Maharaj 8.0 0 61 2 7.62
Codi Yusuf 9.0 0 70 0 7.78

Joe Root Nears Century! | England - 342/4 (44.2)

September 7, 2025 7:12 pm

Joe Root reaches 95 runs, just five away from a well-deserved century. He has played a crucial innings, anchoring England after quick wickets and guiding them towards a formidable total.

Buttler Blazes Another Boundary! | England - 339/4 (44.0)

September 7, 2025 7:10 pm

Jos Buttler smashes a powerful boundary off Codi Yusuf, adding four crucial runs to England's total. This aggressive shot keeps the scoreboard ticking and maintains the pressure on the fielding side.

Buttler on Fire with Consecutive Fours! | England - 320/4 (41.5)

September 7, 2025 7:00 pm

Jos Buttler smashes his second consecutive boundary, showcasing aggressive intent right from the start of his innings. This quick injection of runs is vital for England after recent wickets.

Buttler opens account with a boundary! | England - 316/4 (41.4)

September 7, 2025 7:00 pm

Jos Buttler hits a four, getting off the mark in style. This boundary helps England consolidate after losing quick wickets and pushes the score to 316/4.

Wiaan Mulder bowls a wide! | England - 309/4 (41.2)

September 7, 2025 6:58 pm

Wiaan Mulder bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. England is now at 309 for 4.

Root Finds the Boundary! | England - 308/4 (41.2)

September 7, 2025 6:56 pm

Joe Root scores a crucial boundary, bringing up his 6th four of the innings and helping England consolidate after losing quick wickets. He is now on 85 runs.

Brook Run Out! England Lose Fourth Wicket | England - 302/4 (40.4)

September 7, 2025 6:53 pm

Harry Brook is run out by a sharp piece of fielding from Codi Yusuf and Ryan Rickelton for just 3 runs. England loses another wicket in quick succession, now 302 for 4.

Maharaj Strikes! Bethell Departs After Brilliant Century | England - 299/3 (40.2)

September 7, 2025 6:48 pm

After a magnificent century, Jacob Bethell has been stumped by Ryan Rickelton off Keshav Maharaj's bowling for 110 runs off 82 balls, including 13 fours and 3 sixes. A truly outstanding innings comes to an end.

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jacob Bethell 110 82 13 3 134.15
Joe Root 79 79 5 0 100

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Keshav Maharaj 5.2 0 37 2 6.94
Nandre Burger 8.0 0 63 0 7.88

England Nears 300-Run Mark with Dominant Batting Display | England - 299/2 (40.0)

September 7, 2025 6:46 pm

England finishes 40 overs at 299 for 2, just one run shy of the 300-run mark. The batsmen have put on a commanding performance, setting a formidable total.

Bethell Continues to Dominate with Another Boundary! | England - 298/2 (39.5)

September 7, 2025 6:45 pm

Jacob Bethell smashes another boundary, continuing his incredible form after reaching his century. He moves to 109 runs, further extending England's commanding total.

Batsman Statistics

Jacob Bethell: 109 runs (79 balls, 13 fours, 3 sixes) SR: 137.97
Joe Root: 79 runs (79 balls, 5 fours, 0 sixes) SR: 100

Bowler Statistics

Nandre Burger: Overs: 7.5, Runs: 62, Wickets: 0, Economy: 7.91
Corbin Bosch: Overs: 8.0, Runs: 61, Wickets: 1, Economy: 7.62

Bethell Continues to Dominate with a Boundary! | England - 294/2(39.4)

September 7, 2025 6:44 pm

Jacob Bethell smashes another boundary, taking his score to 105 runs. He's showing no signs of slowing down after his century, continuing to find the gaps and accelerate England's innings.

Jacob Bethell's Magnificent Century! | England - 285/2 (39.1)

September 7, 2025 6:42 pm

Jacob Bethell reaches his century with a brilliant display of batting! He has scored 101 runs off just 76 balls, including 11 fours and 3 sixes. A truly exceptional innings that has put England in a commanding position.

Jacob Bethell - Batting Stats

Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
101 76 11 3 132.89

Current Batsmen

Batsman Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jacob Bethell 97 75 10 3 129.33
Joe Root 79 79 5 100

Current Bowlers

Bowler Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Nandre Burger 7.1 0 49 0 6.84
Corbin Bosch 8.0 0 61 1 7.62

Wide Ball Adds to England's Score | England - 282/2 (38.5)

September 7, 2025 6:41 pm

A wide delivery from Corbin Bosch adds an extra run to England's total, now 282 for 2. Jacob Bethell remains on 95, eagerly awaiting his century.

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jacob Bethell 95 74 10 3 128.38
Joe Root 78 78 5 0 100

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 7.5 0 59 1 7.53
Nandre Burger 7.0 0 48 0 6.86

Bethell Nears Century with a Boundary! | England - 281/2 (38.5)

September 7, 2025 6:40 pm

Jacob Bethell hits a superb boundary, moving to 95 runs and just 5 away from his century. This powerful shot further strengthens England's commanding position in the match.

Batsman Statistics

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jacob Bethell 95 74 10 3 128.38
Joe Root 78 78 5 0 100

Bowler Statistics

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 7.5 0 58 1 7.4
Nandre Burger 7.0 0 48 0 6.86

Bethell Nears Century with a Boundary! | England - 266/2 (37.4)

September 7, 2025 6:35 pm

Jacob Bethell hits a magnificent boundary, moving closer to his century. This powerful shot adds valuable runs to England's total and keeps the scoreboard ticking rapidly.

Batsman Statistics

Batsman Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jacob Bethell 90 72 9 3 125
Joe Root 68 73 4 0 93.15

Bowler Statistics

Bowler Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Nandre Burger 6.4 0 46 0 6.9
Corbin Bosch 7.0 0 45 1 6.43

Bethell Smashes Another Boundary! | England - 254/2 (36.0)

September 7, 2025 6:27 pm

Jacob Bethell dispatches the ball for a superb four, showcasing his aggressive intent and taking his personal score to 84 runs. This boundary further boosts England's commanding total.

Root Finds the Ropes! | England - 238/2 (34.3)

September 7, 2025 6:21 pm

Joe Root dispatches that for a superb boundary! He's looking in fine form, adding four more to his tally and pushing England's score further. This shot keeps the pressure firmly on the bowling side.

Bethell's Brilliant Boundary! | England - 228/2(33.5)

September 7, 2025 6:18 pm

Jacob Bethell dispatches a powerful shot for four, showcasing his excellent form and adding crucial runs to England's total. This boundary further solidifies England's strong position in the match.

Wide Ball Adds to England's Score | England - 222/2 (33.1)

September 7, 2025 6:15 pm

Codi Yusuf bowls a wide, adding an extra run to England's total. The score moves to 222 for 2. These extras can be crucial in a close contest.

Century Partnership for England! | England - 218/2 (32.0)

September 7, 2025 6:08 pm

Jacob Bethell and Joe Root have forged a magnificent 100-run partnership, propelling England to a commanding position. Their combined effort has put the Proteas under immense pressure, showcasing excellent teamwork and batting prowess.

Root Adds to His Fifty with a Boundary! | England - 218/2 (32.0)

September 7, 2025 6:08 pm

Joe Root, having just reached his half-century, strikes a beautiful boundary, showcasing his excellent form. This shot further solidifies England's strong position in the match.

Joe Root Reaches Half-Century! | England - 213/2 (31.4)

September 7, 2025 6:06 pm

Joe Root brings up his fifty with a single! A well-deserved half-century for the experienced batsman, coming off 56 balls with 2 fours. He has played a crucial role in building England's strong innings.

Player Statistics

Batsmen

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Jacob Bethell 58 53 5 2 109.43
Joe Root 50 56 2 0 89.29

Bowlers

Name O M R W Eco
Wiaan Mulder 6.4 0 40 0 6
Dewald Brevis 2.0 0 11 0 5.5

Root Reaches Half-Century! | England - 213/2 (31.4)

September 7, 2025 6:06 pm

Joe Root brings up his fifty in 56 balls, including 2 fours. A composed innings that has anchored England's strong total. This milestone further solidifies England's dominant position in the match.

Wide Ball Adds to England's Score | England - 211/2 (31.3)

September 7, 2025 6:05 pm

Wiaan Mulder bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. Joe Root remains on 49, still awaiting his half-century.

Bethell Blasts a Six! | England - 208/2 (30.3)

September 7, 2025 6:00 pm

Jacob Bethell dispatches the ball for a massive six, showcasing his aggressive intent after reaching his half-century. This powerful hit further accelerates England's scoring rate and puts pressure on the opposition.

Bethell's Brilliant Fifty! | England - 201/2 (30.1)

September 7, 2025 5:59 pm

Jacob Bethell reaches a superb half-century in just 48 balls, including 5 fours and 1 six. A vital innings for England, showcasing excellent stroke play and composure.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Joe Root 48 52 2 0 92.31
Jacob Bethell 50 48 5 1 104.17

Bowlers

Name O M R W Eco
Dewald Brevis 1.1 0 3 0 2.57
Wiaan Mulder 6.0 0 36 0 6

Bethell's Brilliant Half-Century | England - 201/2 (30.1)

September 7, 2025 5:59 pm

Jacob Bethell reaches a well-deserved half-century with a single, showcasing a brilliant display of batting. His aggressive yet controlled innings has been crucial for England's strong position, also taking the team past 200 runs.

Root Finds the Boundary! | England - 191/2 (27.0)

September 7, 2025 5:46 pm

Joe Root dispatches the ball for a boundary, adding crucial runs to England's total. This well-timed shot keeps the scoreboard ticking and maintains the pressure on the fielding side.

Wide Ball from Corbin Bosch | England - 177/2 (24.5)

September 7, 2025 5:36 pm

Corbin Bosch bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. These extras can be crucial in a tight match.

Bethell Blazes Another Boundary! | England - 172/2 (24.0)

September 7, 2025 5:31 pm

Jacob Bethell strikes a magnificent four, adding crucial runs to England's total. His aggressive batting is putting pressure on the bowlers and accelerating the scoring rate.

Bethell and Root Forge a Fifty-Run Partnership! | England - 165/2 (23.3)

September 7, 2025 5:31 pm

Jacob Bethell and Joe Root have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership in just 44 balls, providing stability and momentum for England. Bethell has contributed 31 runs, while Root has added 18 runs to this valuable stand.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Joe Root 33 38 1 0 86.84
Jacob Bethell 31 22 4 1 140.91

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Codi Yusuf 4.3 0 28 0 6.22
Keshav Maharaj 5.0 0 37 1 7.4

Bethell Blazes Another Boundary! | England - 163/2 (22.4)

September 7, 2025 5:28 pm

Jacob Bethell continues his aggressive play, smashing a magnificent four to bring his individual score to 30 runs. This boundary further boosts England's total and maintains their strong momentum in the innings.

England Scorecard

Batsman Stats

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Jacob Bethell 30 19 4 1 157.89
Joe Root 32 36 1 0 88.89

Bowler Stats

Name O M R W Eco
Keshav Maharaj 4.4 0 37 1 7.93
Nandre Burger 6.0 0 39 0 6.5

Bethell's Boundary Boosts England | England - 154/2 (22.0)

September 7, 2025 5:25 pm

Jacob Bethell smashes a magnificent four, adding crucial runs to England's total. This boundary showcases his aggressive intent and helps maintain the scoring rate.

Player Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jacob Bethell 23 17 3 1 135.29
Joe Root 30 34 1 0 88.24

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Nandre Burger 6.0 0 39 0 6.5
Keshav Maharaj 4.0 0 28 1 7

England Reaches 150! | England - 150/2 (21.3)

September 7, 2025 5:23 pm

England reaches a significant milestone, crossing the 150-run mark in 21.3 overs. The partnership between Joe Root and Jacob Bethell is steadily building, putting them in a strong position.

Bethell finds the boundary! | England - 143/2 (20.1)

September 7, 2025 5:18 pm

Jacob Bethell strikes a superb four, adding crucial runs to England's total and maintaining the pressure on the bowlers. This boundary boosts his individual score and the team's momentum.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jacob Bethell 18 10 2 1 180
Joe Root 25 30 1 0 83.33

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Keshav Maharaj 3.1 0 24 1 7.58
Nandre Burger 5.0 0 33 0 6.6

Bethell Blazes a Six! | England - 137/2 (19.0)

September 7, 2025 5:14 pm

Jacob Bethell unleashes a magnificent six, sending the ball soaring over the ropes! A brilliant shot that injects some much-needed momentum into England's innings after the recent wicket. He is looking to take on the bowlers and accelerate the scoring.

Bethell's First Boundary! | England - 126/2(17.4)

September 7, 2025 5:08 pm

Jacob Bethell smashes a magnificent boundary, his first of the innings! This four brings up his score to 6 runs off just 4 balls and injects some much-needed momentum into England's innings after the recent wicket. England's score now stands at 126 for 2.

Maharaj Breaks Through: Smith Falls After Fifty! | England - 117/2(16.3)

September 7, 2025 5:04 pm

Keshav Maharaj gets the crucial breakthrough as Jamie Smith is caught by Corbin Bosch for a well-made 62 runs off 47 balls. This wicket breaks a strong partnership and brings a new batsman to the crease.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name R B 4s 6s SR
Jamie Smith 62 47 9 1 131.91
Joe Root 17 17 1 0 100
Jacob Bethell 0 1 0 0 0

Bowlers

Name O M R W Eco
Keshav Maharaj 1.3 0 9 1 6
Wiaan Mulder 4.0 0 29 0 7.25

Jamie Smith's Boundary Blitz! | England - 109/1 (14.5)

September 7, 2025 4:53 pm

Jamie Smith smashes another boundary, continuing his aggressive play and adding crucial runs to England's total. He is looking in sublime form after reaching his fifty earlier.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 56 41 9 1 136.59
Joe Root 15 15 1 0 100

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Keshav Maharaj 0.5 0 7 0 8.4
Wiaan Mulder 3.0 0 23 0 7.67

Fifty-Run Partnership for England! | England - 109/1 (14.5)

September 7, 2025 4:53 pm

Joe Root and Jamie Smith have forged a crucial 50-run partnership, steadying the innings for England. Their collaboration has come off just 38 balls, featuring 5 fours and 1 six, showcasing a blend of aggression and stability. This partnership is proving vital in building a strong total.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 56 41 9 1 136.59
Joe Root 15 15 1 0 100

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Keshav Maharaj 0.5 0 7 0 8.4
Wiaan Mulder 3.0 0 23 0 7.67

Jamie Smith's Brilliant Half-Century! | England - 102/1 (14.0)

September 7, 2025 4:50 pm

Jamie Smith reaches a well-deserved fifty off just 38 balls, including 8 fours and 1 six. His aggressive batting has been crucial in building England's strong total. This milestone highlights his excellent form and control at the crease.

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jamie Smith 51 38 8 1 134.21
Joe Root 13 13 1 0 100

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Wiaan Mulder 3.0 0 23 0 7.67
Corbin Bosch 4.0 0 29 1 7.25

Jamie Smith Reaches Fifty! | England - 102/1 (14.0)

September 7, 2025 4:49 pm

Jamie Smith brings up his half-century with a well-placed shot, continuing his impressive form. He has been instrumental in building England's innings, providing crucial momentum.

England Reaches 100 Runs! | England - 100/1 (13.4)

September 7, 2025 4:49 pm

Jamie Smith strikes a magnificent boundary, bringing up England's 100 runs! A strong batting performance sees them reach this significant milestone, with Smith just one run shy of his half-century.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 49 36 8 1 136.11
Joe Root 13 13 1 0 100

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Wiaan Mulder 2.4 0 21 0 7.88
Corbin Bosch 4.0 0 29 1 7.25

Wiaan Mulder Bowls a Wide | England - 96/1 (13.3)

September 7, 2025 4:47 pm

Wiaan Mulder bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. The score moves to 96 for 1.

Jamie Smith's Consecutive Boundaries | England - 90/1 (12.4)

September 7, 2025 4:43 pm

Jamie Smith continues his aggressive play, smashing a powerful four after hitting a six in the previous ball. He is looking in great touch and building a strong partnership with Joe Root.

Smith Smashes a Six! | England - 86/1 (12.3)

September 7, 2025 4:42 pm

Jamie Smith dispatches the ball over the boundary for a massive six, bringing up his first maximum of the innings. This powerful shot increases the scoring rate and puts pressure on the bowler.

Batting Statistics

Batsman Runs Balls 4s 6s SR
Jamie Smith 37 30 6 1 123.33
Joe Root 12 12 1 0 100

Bowling Statistics

Bowler Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 3.3 0 23 1 6.57
Wiaan Mulder 2.0 0 13 0 6.5

Jamie Smith finds the fence! | England - 77/1 (11.4)

September 7, 2025 4:39 pm

Jamie Smith dispatches the ball to the boundary for four, taking his personal score to 30 runs. This boundary boosts England's total to 77 for 1.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 30 26 6 0 115.38
Joe Root 11 11 1 0 100

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Wiaan Mulder 1.4 0 12 0 7.2
Corbin Bosch 3.0 0 16 1 5.33
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Joe Root Finds the Boundary! | England - 66/1 (9.2)

September 7, 2025 4:29 pm

Joe Root gets off the mark with a superb boundary, showcasing his class early in his innings. This four helps England push their score to 66 for 1.

First Breakthrough for South Africa! | England - 59/1 (8.3)

September 7, 2025 4:24 pm

Corbin Bosch strikes! Ben Duckett is caught by Aiden Markram, bringing an end to the solid opening partnership. Duckett departs after scoring 31 runs off 33 balls, including 6 fours. This is a crucial breakthrough for South Africa.

Duckett Continues to Dominate! | England - 58/0 (8.0)

September 7, 2025 4:21 pm

Ben Duckett smashes another boundary, his sixth of the innings! This four takes England's score to 58 for no loss, further strengthening their dominant opening partnership. Codi Yusuf is struggling to contain the flow of runs.

England Reaches Fifty with Smith's Boundary! | England - 53/0 (7.1)

September 7, 2025 4:18 pm

Jamie Smith smashes a superb boundary, bringing up England's fifty runs! This well-timed shot highlights a strong start for the team, with both openers looking comfortable and building a solid foundation.

Batsman Statistics

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 21 15 5 0 140
Ben Duckett 27 28 5 0 96.43

Bowler Statistics

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Codi Yusuf 3.1 0 21 0 6.63
Corbin Bosch 1.0 0 9 0 9

Fifty-Run Partnership for England! | England - 53/0 (7.1)

September 7, 2025 4:18 pm

Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett have forged a solid 50-run partnership, providing a strong foundation for England. Smith has contributed 21 runs from 15 balls, while Duckett has scored 27 runs from 28 balls, showcasing excellent teamwork and batting prowess.

Player Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 21 15 5 0 140
Ben Duckett 27 28 5 0 96.43

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Codi Yusuf 3.1 0 21 0 6.63
Corbin Bosch 1.0 0 9 0 9

Duckett's Double Delight | England - 48/0 (6.3)

September 7, 2025 4:15 pm

Ben Duckett unleashes another powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for his fifth four! This is his second consecutive boundary, showcasing his aggressive intent and accelerating England's scoring rate.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Ben Duckett 27 25 5 0 108
Jamie Smith 17 14 4 0 121.43

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 0.3 0 8 0 16
Codi Yusuf 3.0 0 17 0 5.67
Nandre Burger 3.0 0 22 0 7.33

Duckett Dispatches Bosch for Four! | England - 44/0 (6.2)

September 7, 2025 4:14 pm

Ben Duckett unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for his fourth four! This confident stroke puts immediate pressure on the new bowler, Corbin Bosch, and continues England's strong start.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Ben Duckett 23 24 4 0 95.83
Jamie Smith 17 14 4 0 121.43

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Corbin Bosch 0.2 0 4 0 12
Codi Yusuf 3.0 0 17 0 5.67

Smith's Superb Boundary! | England - 40/0 (5.4)

September 7, 2025 4:11 pm

Jamie Smith unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for his fourth four! He's looking in sublime touch today, putting pressure on Codi Yusuf. England's score jumps to 40 for no loss!

Match Statistics

Batsmen

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 17 12 4 0 141.67
Ben Duckett 19 22 3 0 86.36

Bowlers

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Codi Yusuf 2.4 0 17 0 6.38
Nandre Burger 3.0 22 0 7.33

Smith Continues to Blaze! | England - 35/0 (4.5)

September 7, 2025 4:07 pm

Jamie Smith smashes another boundary, his third of the innings, off Nandre Burger. This powerful shot keeps the scoreboard ticking and maintains England's aggressive start.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 13 8 3 0 162.5
Ben Duckett 18 21 3 0 85.71

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Nandre Burger 2.5 0 22 0 7.76
Codi Yusuf 2.0 0 12 0 6

Nandre Burger Bowls a Wide | England - 30/0 (4.1)

September 7, 2025 4:04 pm

Nandre Burger bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. A slight misdirection from the bowler early in his spell.

Duckett Finds the Boundary Again! | England - 28/0 (3.5)

September 7, 2025 4:02 pm

Ben Duckett unleashes another powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for his third four of the innings. He's looking in fine form and is putting the pressure on the South African bowlers.

Duckett Dispatches for Four! | England - 24/0 (3.1)

September 7, 2025 4:00 pm

Ben Duckett unleashes a superb shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs! This boundary adds crucial runs to England's total and injects momentum into their innings. He is now on 13 runs from 12 balls.

Smith's Consecutive Fours Boost England's Score | England - 20/0 (3.0)

September 7, 2025 3:58 pm

Jamie Smith unleashes another powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for his second consecutive four! He's finding his rhythm and putting pressure on the bowler. England's innings is gaining momentum with this aggressive display.

Jamie Smith Finds the Fence! | England - 16/0 (2.5)

September 7, 2025 3:58 pm

Jamie Smith unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball to the boundary for four runs! This boundary brings his personal score to 5 and pushes England's total to 16 without loss, adding crucial momentum to their innings.

Duckett Dispatches for Four! | England - 11/0 (2.1)

September 7, 2025 3:55 pm

Ben Duckett breaks the shackles with a superb boundary! He finds the gap and sends the ball racing to the fence, giving England some much-needed momentum early in the innings.

Codi Yusuf Starts with a Wide | England - 4/0 (1.0)

September 7, 2025 3:50 pm

Codi Yusuf bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. A slightly wayward start for the new bowler, who will be looking to find his line and length quickly.

Tight Start for England as Nandre Burger Completes First Over | England - 3/0 (1.0)

September 7, 2025 3:49 pm

Nandre Burger bowls a disciplined first over, conceding just 3 runs. England's openers, Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett, are watchful, looking to settle in against the new ball.

Match Statistics

Batsman Stats

Name Runs Balls Fours Sixes SR
Jamie Smith 1 2 0 0 50
Ben Duckett 1 4 0 0 25

Bowler Stats

Name Overs Maiden Runs Wickets Economy
Nandre Burger 1.0 0 3 0 3

Nandre Burger bowls a wide | England - 1/0 (0.1)

September 7, 2025 3:46 pm

Nandre Burger bowls a wide delivery, adding an extra run to England's total. An early miscue from the bowler as he searches for his line and length.

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