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Australia vs South Africa | Klusener's Resilient Half-Century | Ponting's Match-Winning Run-Out

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In a thrilling encounter at Centurion on March 24, 2002, Australia emerged victorious over South Africa by 45 runs in a captivating ODI. South Africa's chase of a challenging target was undone by early breakthroughs from Australia's pace duo, McGrath and Gillespie, along with a brilliant run-out from Ponting. Despite a fighting half-century from Klusener, South Africa fell short, crumbling to 81/6. On the Australian side, JP Maher stood tall with a gritty 95 off 150 balls, playing a match-defining knock in the absence of the injured Bevan. Supported by Hayden and Martyn, Maher's innings helped guide Australia to a competitive total. Gillespie finished strong with key wickets in the final overs, and Hauritz's vital dismissal of Boucher sealed the win. Man of the Match: JP Maher Key Performances: JP Maher 95 McGrath & Gillespie's early breakthroughs Ponting's match-winning run-out Klusener's resilient half-century Hauritz's key wicket of Boucher Relive this exciting ODI that showcased incredible team effort from Australia and a valiant fight from South Africa. #CricketMax #Highlights #AustraliaVsSouthAfrica