Key Highlights
South Africa delivered a big statement in the second T20I at Marrara Stadium, Darwin, beating Australia by a dominant 53 runs to level the series. The star of the show was Dewald Brevis, with a breathtaking 125 not out off 56 balls, marked by 12 boundaries and eight sixes. His innings was not only explosive but also historic—it’s the highest T20I score by a South African and came with the second-fastest century in T20Is for South Africa. South Africa posted a towering total of 218/7, the best ever by Proteas against Australia. In reply, Australia crumbled to 165 all out, despite a powerful 50 from Tim David and a brief partnership with Mitchell Marsh. The bowling unit stepped up too: Corbin Bosch (3/20), Kwena Maphaka (3/57), Lungi Ngidi (1/19), and Kagiso Rabada (1/21) all contributed to the win. That win snapped Australia’s 10-match T20I winning streak and set up a thrilling decider in Cairns
Editor’s Insights
Dewald Brevis is proving why he’s labeled “Baby AB” — his fearless batting put South Africa in a spot no Australian attack could claw back from. Australia’s plan to ride power hitting and momentum from the first match simply didn’t work here. South Africa’s bowlers stuck to their lengths and stayed smart, not panicking under pressure. Now, with the series tied, the decider in Cairns promises fireworks. Fans are buzzing—not just because of the big win but also due to the rise of a star in Brevis.
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