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South Africa Turn Fierce Contest into Crushing Victory Over Australia | Nicky Boje Spun Through Tail

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Année2025

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Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @cricketmax87   After a painful summer of defeats, South Africa finally found relief with a 65-run victory over Australia in a rain-shortened 39-over contest at Newlands. Though the Aussies had already sealed the series, this match gave Shaun Pollock’s men and their fans a much-needed win. 🌍 South Africa Batting (249/7 in 39 overs) Graeme Smith (73) continued his fine form as opener. Nicky Boje (49) added valuable middle-order runs. Jonty Rhodes (39 off 24) provided fireworks at the death. Target revised via Duckworth-Lewis: 251 in 39 overs. 🦘 Australia’s Chase (185 all out in 39.3 overs) Shaun Pollock led from the front with 3 early wickets. Michael Bevan (55 off 63) fought hard but lacked support. Nicky Boje (5/21) spun through the tail, sealing South Africa’s first win of the series. 🏏 Result: South Africa won by 65 runs 🏏 Man of the Match: Nicky Boje (5/21) 🏏 Man of the Series: Ricky Ponting ⏱️ Key Moments Rain interruptions reduce match to 39 overs per side. Graeme Smith anchors with 73 at the top. Jonty Rhodes blazes 39 (24) at the death. Pollock’s 3 early strikes rock Australia. Bevan’s fighting 55 keeps Aussies in contention. Boje runs through tail with stunning 5/21. South Africa finally taste victory after a tough series. #ausvssa #final #cricketmax #highlights