Within the twentieth match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, the conflict between England and South Africa on the Wankhede Stadium delivered a one-sided contest.
Electing to bowl first after profitable the toss, England confronted a frightening problem as South Africa amassed a formidable whole of 399/7 of their 50 overs.
Heinrich Klaasen and Marco Jansen added 151 runs for the sixth wicket
Heinrich Klaasen‘s sensational knock of 109 runs from 67 deliveries anchored South Africa’s innings, well-supported by useful contributions from Reeza Hendricks (85 runs) and Marco Jansen (75 runs).
Klaasen and Jansen added a 151-run partnership for the six wicket and took the Proteas aspect to a mammoth whole.
England’s bowlers struggled to comprise the South African onslaught, with Reece Topley and Adil Rashid being the choose of the bowlers, claiming three and two wickets respectively.
South African pacers dismantle England’s batting unit
Chasing a mammoth goal of 400, England’s batting lineup faltered, succumbing to the stress imposed by a disciplined South African bowling assault.
Tailender Mark Wooden’s blistering 43 runs off 17 balls offered some respite, but it surely was not sufficient as England had been bundled out for 170 runs in 22 overs. South African pacers exhibited a dominant efficiency, with Gerald Coetzee taking 3 wickets, whereas Marco Jansen and Lungi Ngidi picked up two wickets apiece.
Outcome
The match concluded with South Africa clinching a convincing victory by a considerable margin of 229 runs, showcasing their energy in each batting and bowling departments.
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Greatest defeats by runs for England in ODIs
- 229 vs South Africa, Mumbai in 2023
- 221 vs Australia, Melourne in 2022
- 219 vs Sri Lanka, Colombo in 2018
Right here’s how Twitter reacted to South Africa’s thumping win:
It’ll be a loooong 20 days for England
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 21, 2023
What an unimaginable efficiency by South Africa tonight! Outdid the defending champs in all departments.#CWC23 #ENGvSA
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) October 21, 2023
What an absolute washout by the Proteas! Deadly cricket to knock down the defending champs!!👏🏾#CWC23 #ENGvSA
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) October 21, 2023
Klass act by Klaasen!!
He’s extraordinarily good at selecting the size early and does it higher than most. Initially Marco performed sensibly and later attacked brutally. Key partnership to take SA to 399.#ENGvSA pic.twitter.com/srSVXCdu7J— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 21, 2023
Full Domination 👑#ENGvRSA #ENGvSA pic.twitter.com/e5HTJ3MUd9
— Sachya (@sachya2002) October 21, 2023
England heading for early world cup exit. Bazzball doesn’t work in India.#Bazball #CWC23 #ENGvSA pic.twitter.com/g1ftXNKMHp
— Kumar Sourav (@AdamDhoni1) October 21, 2023
Standing ovation for Henrich Klassen. No different floor within the nation can match the ambiance of Wankhede cricket stadium. #ENGvRSA pic.twitter.com/RE8obOxctX
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) October 21, 2023
The entire Wankhede Stadium crowd on their toes to applaud the masterclass of Heinrich Klaasen 🔥#ENGvRSA
— VINEETH𓃵🦖 (@sololoveee) October 21, 2023
Energy hitting at its BEST🔥🔥🔥
You might be lacking one thing for those who aren’t watching 🫣#RSAvsENG #WorldCup2023— Bhavna Balakrishnan (@Bhavna__B) October 21, 2023
A monumental victory for South Africa in opposition to England 🤯#CWC23 #ENGvSA pic.twitter.com/fdavtyu5ZW
— ICC Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) October 21, 2023
England: We’re world champions
South Africa: pic.twitter.com/GEzPSx9Ci6
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) October 21, 2023
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