Sport · Singapore Bureau
South Africa clinch ODI series with commanding victory over Australia
Centuries from Temba Bavuma and David Miller powered South Africa to a 32-run win over Australia in the second one-day international in Johannesburg, securing the three-match series with one game remaining.
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South Africa claimed an unassailable lead in their ODI series against Australia on Sunday, with a dominant batting performance at the Wanderers in Johannesburg proving decisive in a high-scoring encounter.
Bavuma and Miller both reached triple figures as the Proteas compiled a substantial total. Their combined centuries provided the foundation for South Africa's victory, which came by a margin of 32 runs and ensured the hosts cannot be caught in the three-match format.
The result marks a significant achievement for South Africa's ODI squad, demonstrating their ability to compete against top-ranked opposition across multiple departments. The decisive victory came in front of home support in the Johannesburg venue.
With the series already decided, the teams will contest the final match as a formality, though both sides may use the opportunity to assess squad combinations and player form ahead of future fixtures.