19-08-2025 14:05 via theguardian.com

Australia in a spin as Maharaj bowls South Africa to opening ODI win

First ODI: South Africa 296-8; Australia 198 | SA win by 98 runsHosts lose six wickets for 29 in Cairns 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. Continue reading...
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