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The Age
a day ago
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- The Age
Heaviest ODI defeat in Australia since 1991: Proteas spinner's brilliance triggers Aussie collapse
Latest posts Pinned post from yesterday 9.54pm Proteas spinner's brilliance triggers Aussie collapse A career-best haul from veteran spinner Keshav Maharaj has inspired South Africa to a crushing 98-run win over Australia in the first ODI in Cairns. With Australia cruising at 0-60 chasing the Proteas' 8-296, Maharaj wreaked havoc during a stunning spell as the hosts lost 6-29 in 55 balls at Cazaly's Stadium. The 35-year-old bowled his 10 overs unchanged - at one stage having 5-9 - to finish with 5-33. It was the first five-wicket haul of his ODI career and he was aptly named player of the match. Maharaj's efforts were the fourth-best ODI numbers by a South African bowler in Australia. Debutant Prenelan Subrayen, a right-arm off-spinner, started Australia's collapse by getting the dangerous Travis Head stumped for 27. Captain Mitch Marsh played a lone hand from the top as none of Australia's middle-order reached double figures. While Marsh remained at the crease, Australia had an outside chance of pulling off a remarkable win. But when Marsh fell for 88 to Nandre Burger (2-54), it was only a matter of time before the Proteas secured victory and bowled Australia out for 198 in the 41st over. Spin, unexpectedly, dominated in Cairns, after Travis Head's part-timers also proved hard to handle. Australia's aggressive opening batter took 4-57, claiming opener Ryan Rickelton (33), as well as Tristan Stubbs (0) and rising star Dewald Brevis (6) within three balls. The Proteas need no reminder of Head's bowling capabilities after he took two crucial wickets in Australia's thrilling World Cup semi-final win in 2023. Rickelton made a productive start with World Test Championship final hero Aiden Markram, the pair putting on 92 for the opening wicket. Markram (82) played flawlessly for his first 80 balls, but fell to a stock-standard delivery from Ben Dwarshuis (2-53) when seemingly headed for a fourth ODI century. WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returned for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago, crafting a patient 65 before being bowled by Dwarshuis when trying to lift the run-rate with four overs left. Allrounder Wiaan Mulder, fresh off his extraordinary 367 not out in a Test against Zimbabwe last month, delivered in the final overs with a blazing unbeaten 31. Earlier, South Africa suffered a major blow, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada for the three-match series. The 30-year-old will miss the 50-over games in north Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia fielded first after Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. Australia opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. But Carey and Inglis both fell to Maharaj, playing poor shots to get out. The second ODI will take place in Mackay on Friday. yesterday 9.45pm That's a wrap Thanks for joining us tonight. A brilliant win for South Africa, who take a 1-0 lead in the best of three series. Half centuries from Aiden Markram (82 from 81), captain Temba Bavuma (65 from 74) and Matthew Breetzke (57 from 56) helped the Proteas to 8-296, before left-arm orthodox spinner Keshav Maharaj delivered the fourth best ODI figures by an overseas bowler in Australia. There will certainly be plenty of questions for Australia's top order to answer after losing 6-29 from overs eight to 17. Labuschagne (1), Green (3), Inglis (5), Carey (0) and Hardie (4) all missed out. We'll be back for more blog action on Friday. Catch you then. Cheers! Marsh reacts to Australia's heaviest defeat on home soil since 1991 yesterday 9.23pm Australia bowled out for 198 as South Africa seal 98-run win There it is. Adam Zampa is bowled by Lungi Ngidi for 11. Australia have slumped to a 98-run loss after Keshav Maharaj (5-33) tore through their top order. That's four defeats on the trot for Australia against South Africa in ODIs. It's also Australia heaviest ODI defeat on home soil (in terms of runs) since 1991. Ouch. yesterday 9.20pm Ellis is out but it was missing leg Ellis is given out lbw. But replays show it was missing leg. Australia don't have any reviews left. Not ideal, but it wouldn't have made a difference. Could have if Mitch Marsh was still in and the game was on the line. Australia 9-197 yesterday 9.17pm Australia need 101 off the last 10 overs Anyone up for a miracle? Ellis and Zampa are doing their best but they're 100-1 to get the job done here. Good stat from the Fox crew. Australia haven't lost an ODI in Australia by more than 100 runs since 1991 against India. Mark Waugh reckons this was always a bat first deck. Keep in mind Mitch Marsh has never won the toss and elected to bat as a captain in international cricket. Maybe time to re-think that strategy? Ellis whacks a six over long-off from the final ball of the 40th over, which is bowled by Prenelan Subrayen. Australia 8-196 after 40 overs yesterday 9.05pm Marsh is out for 88 Oh dear. Australia's run chase is in tatters as Marsh edges behind for a well-made 88. Tried to pull Burger but gets a top edge that flies through to Rickelton with the gloves on. He doesn't look happy. Didn't get a lot of assistance from his mates at the top, so can't be too hard on himself. A little kid goes for a fist bump near the fence but Marsh isn't having a bar of it and fair enough. Australia 8-174, require 123 off 82 balls. yesterday 8.57pm A look at Mitch Marsh's best ODI knocks Can the man affectionately known as 'Bison' make it four ODI centuries? yesterday 8.52pm Ellis almost departs Ellis survives an LBW shout. Firstly on field. Then a DRS which was umpire's call to a ball clipping the stumps. He'd better get a wriggle on. Now one off nine balls, with Marsh on 79 from 85 balls. yesterday 8.44pm Dwarshuis is out for 33 A decent innings from Dwarshuis comes to an end as he pulls one to mid-wicket. Burger, after unflattering figures of 0-48 from five, gets the breakthrough. Dwarshuis may have been lucky to survive a stumping shout too. It's a big ask now for Australia. All falls on Mitch Marsh as Nathan Ellis comes to the crease.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Proteas spinner's brilliance triggers Aussie collapse
A career-best haul from veteran spinner Keshav Maharaj has inspired South Africa to a crushing 98-run win over Australia in the first ODI in Cairns. With Australia cruising at 0-60 chasing the Proteas' 8-296, Maharaj wreaked havoc during a stunning spell as the hosts lost 6-29 in 55 balls at Cazaly's Stadium. The 35-year-old bowled his 10 overs unchanged - at one stage having 5-9 - to finish with 5-33. It was the first five-wicket haul of his ODI career and was aptly named player of the match. Maharaj's efforts were the fourth-best ODI numbers by a South African bowler in Australia. Debutant Prenelan Subrayen, a right-arm offspinner, started Australia's collapse by getting the dangerous Travis Head stumped for 27. Captain Mitch Marsh played a lone hand from the top as none of Australia's middle-order reached double figures. While Marsh remained at the crease, Australia had an outside chance of pulling off a remarkable win. CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 19: Marnus Labuschange of Australia is dismissed during the Australia v South Africa - ODI Series: Game 1 at Cazaly's Stadium on August 19, 2025 in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by) Credit: Emily Barker / Getty Images But when Marsh fell for 88 to Nandre Burger (2-54), it was only a matter of time before the Proteas secured victory and bowled Australia out for 198 in the 41st over. Spin, unexpectedly, dominated in Cairns, after Travis Head's part-timers also proved hard to handle. Australia's aggressive opening batter took 4-57, claiming opener Ryan Rickelton (33), as well as Tristan Stubbs (0) and rising star Dewald Brevis (6) within three balls. The Proteas need no reminder of Head's bowling capabilities after he took two crucial wickets in Australia's thrilling World Cup semi-final win in 2023. Rickelton made a productive start with World Test Championship final hero Aiden Markram, the pair putting on 92 for the opening wicket. Markram (82) played flawlessly for his first 80 balls, but fell to a stock-standard delivery from Ben Dwarshuis (2-53) when seemingly headed for a fourth ODI century. CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 19: Keshav Maharaj of South Africa reacts with team mates during the Australia v South Africa - ODI Series: Game 1 at Cazaly's Stadium on August 19, 2025 in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by) Credit: Emily Barker / Getty Images WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returned for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago, crafting a patient 65 before being bowled by Dwarshuis when trying to lift the run-rate with four overs left. Allrounder Wiaan Mulder, fresh off his extraordinary 367 not out in a Test against Zimbabwe last month, delivered in the final overs with a blazing unbeaten 31. Earlier, South Africa suffered a major blow, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada for the three-match series. The 30-year-old will miss the 50-over games in north Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia fielded first after captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. Australia opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. But Carey and Inglis both fell to Maharaj, playing poor shots to get out. The second ODI will take place in Mackay on Friday.
The Advertiser
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Head's part-time spin again troubles South Africa
Travis Head has proved his World Cup semi-final cameo was no fluke, again causing South Africa's batters problems with his off-spin. Australia's aggressive opening batter was the pick of the bowlers with 4-57 as South Africa made a competitive 8-296 in the first ODI in Cairns. Head grabbed opener Ryan Rickelton (33), as well as Tristan Stubbs (0) and rising star Dewald Brevis (6) within three balls. The Proteas need no reminder of Head's part-time capabilities after he took two crucial wickets in Australia's road to the World Cup title in 2023. Rickelton made a productive start with World Test Championship final hero Aiden Markram, the pair putting on 92 for the opening wicket. Markram (82) played flawlessly for his first 80 balls, but fell to a stock-standard delivery from Ben Dwarshuis (2-53) when seemingly headed for a fourth ODI century. WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returned for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago, crafting a patient 65 before being bowled by Dwarshuis when trying to lift the run-rate with four overs left. Allrounder Wiaan Mulder, fresh off his extraordinary 367 not out in a Test against Zimbabwe last month, delivered in the final overs with a blazing unbeaten 31. Earlier, South Africa suffered a major blow, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada for the three-match series. The 30-year-old will miss the 50-over games in northern Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia fielded first after captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. It is South Africa's first ODI against Australia since they suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the 2023 World Cup semi-final. Australia opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. Josh Hazlewood is playing, but his fellow Test quicks Pat Cummins and Mitch Starc are resting ahead of the Ashes summer. Travis Head has proved his World Cup semi-final cameo was no fluke, again causing South Africa's batters problems with his off-spin. Australia's aggressive opening batter was the pick of the bowlers with 4-57 as South Africa made a competitive 8-296 in the first ODI in Cairns. Head grabbed opener Ryan Rickelton (33), as well as Tristan Stubbs (0) and rising star Dewald Brevis (6) within three balls. The Proteas need no reminder of Head's part-time capabilities after he took two crucial wickets in Australia's road to the World Cup title in 2023. Rickelton made a productive start with World Test Championship final hero Aiden Markram, the pair putting on 92 for the opening wicket. Markram (82) played flawlessly for his first 80 balls, but fell to a stock-standard delivery from Ben Dwarshuis (2-53) when seemingly headed for a fourth ODI century. WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returned for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago, crafting a patient 65 before being bowled by Dwarshuis when trying to lift the run-rate with four overs left. Allrounder Wiaan Mulder, fresh off his extraordinary 367 not out in a Test against Zimbabwe last month, delivered in the final overs with a blazing unbeaten 31. Earlier, South Africa suffered a major blow, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada for the three-match series. The 30-year-old will miss the 50-over games in northern Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia fielded first after captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. It is South Africa's first ODI against Australia since they suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the 2023 World Cup semi-final. Australia opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. Josh Hazlewood is playing, but his fellow Test quicks Pat Cummins and Mitch Starc are resting ahead of the Ashes summer. Travis Head has proved his World Cup semi-final cameo was no fluke, again causing South Africa's batters problems with his off-spin. Australia's aggressive opening batter was the pick of the bowlers with 4-57 as South Africa made a competitive 8-296 in the first ODI in Cairns. Head grabbed opener Ryan Rickelton (33), as well as Tristan Stubbs (0) and rising star Dewald Brevis (6) within three balls. The Proteas need no reminder of Head's part-time capabilities after he took two crucial wickets in Australia's road to the World Cup title in 2023. Rickelton made a productive start with World Test Championship final hero Aiden Markram, the pair putting on 92 for the opening wicket. Markram (82) played flawlessly for his first 80 balls, but fell to a stock-standard delivery from Ben Dwarshuis (2-53) when seemingly headed for a fourth ODI century. WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returned for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago, crafting a patient 65 before being bowled by Dwarshuis when trying to lift the run-rate with four overs left. Allrounder Wiaan Mulder, fresh off his extraordinary 367 not out in a Test against Zimbabwe last month, delivered in the final overs with a blazing unbeaten 31. Earlier, South Africa suffered a major blow, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada for the three-match series. The 30-year-old will miss the 50-over games in northern Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia fielded first after captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. It is South Africa's first ODI against Australia since they suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the 2023 World Cup semi-final. Australia opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. Josh Hazlewood is playing, but his fellow Test quicks Pat Cummins and Mitch Starc are resting ahead of the Ashes summer.
West Australian
2 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Proteas star out of ODI series, Aussies choose to field
South Africa have suffered a major blow ahead of their three-match ODI series against Australia, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada. The 30-year-old, who starred in the Proteas' stunning World Test Championship (WTC) final upset of Australia in June, will miss the 50-over games in northern Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia will field first in the series-opener in Cairns after captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. It is South Africa's first ODI against Australia since they suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the 2023 World Cup semi-final. Australia have opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. Josh Hazlewood is playing, but his fellow Test quicks Pat Cummins and Mitch Starc are resting ahead of the Ashes summer. WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returns for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago. AUSTRALIA: Mitchell Marsh (capt), Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood. SOUTH AFRICA: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (capt), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Proteas star out of ODI series, Aussies choose to field
South Africa have suffered a major blow ahead of their three-match ODI series against Australia, losing spearhead Kagiso Rabada. The 30-year-old, who starred in the Proteas' stunning World Test Championship (WTC) final upset of Australia in June, will miss the 50-over games in northern Queensland due to an ankle injury. Australia will field first in the series-opener in Cairns after captain Mitch Marsh won the toss and elected to send the Proteas in to bat. When captaining Australia, Marsh has won the toss 21 times and chosen to field every time. It is South Africa's first ODI against Australia since they suffered a heartbreaking defeat in the 2023 World Cup semi-final. Australia have opted to play Alex Carey as a specialist batter, electing to use Josh Inglis as the wicketkeeper instead of their Test gloveman. Josh Hazlewood is playing, but his fellow Test quicks Pat Cummins and Mitch Starc are resting ahead of the Ashes summer. WTC-winning captain Temba Bavuma returns for his first match since the historic final at Lord's two months ago. AUSTRALIA: Mitchell Marsh (capt), Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood. SOUTH AFRICA: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (capt), Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Prenelan Subrayen, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.
