Proteas take 1-0 lead with 67 run win against Australia
The Proteas beat the Aussies by 67 runs in the first encounter in Durban.
South Africa claimed a 67-run victory over Australia in the first ODI of a three-match series, securing a 1-0 lead. The Proteas, who batted first, posted a competitive total of 297 runs for eight wickets. South African all-rounder Matthew Breetzke delivered a standout performance with 112 runs, while Marco Jansen contributed 75 runs.
Australia, however, struggled to chase down the target, finishing at 230 all out in the 42nd over. Keshav Maharaj shone with the ball, claiming four crucial wickets for just 20 runs in 9.2 overs. The second ODI of the series is scheduled for Sunday in Johannesburg, known as the Pink Day match.
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