South Africa Beat Australia in First ODI

South Africa opened the three-match ODI series against Australia with a convincing 67-run victory in the first match on Thursday. Batting first, the visitors posted 297/8 in their allotted 50 overs, with Matthew Breetzke producing a superb century. His 112-run knock provided the foundation for South Africa to set a challenging target for the hosts.

Australia struggled during the chase and were bowled out for 230 in 41.2 overs. Mitchell Marsh top-scored with a fighting 60, but the Australian batting lineup failed to maintain momentum. South Africa’s Keshav Maharaj was the standout bowler, claiming four wickets as the visitors wrapped up a comfortable win and took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.