Tristan Stubbs’ maiden ODI ton helps South Africa clinch series

A maiden ODI century from Tristan Stubbs was central to South Africa’s huge win in the second ODI against Ireland in Abu Dhabi. Apart from Stubbs, each member of that top six contributed, ushering South Africa to an imposing 343, a total that proved to be way beyond Ireland’s reach as they ended up conceding the series.

South Africa had no hesitation in batting first after winning the toss. Kyle Verreynne, who got a chance in place of Tony de Zorzi, capitalized on it by bringing up a half century. Stubbs looked in good touch as well, crafting a stylish fifty off just 45 balls.

Graham Hume was plundered for two sixes and a four in an over by Stubbs and Mark Adair conceded three boundaries in his over too as the youngster glided to a 75-ball ton. Adair came back strong in the final over of the innings but South Africa anyway scored 61 off the final five to pretty much bat Ireland out of the contest.

Their authority on the contest was cemented the moment Lungi Ngidi and Lizaad Williams struck early to remove the Ireland openers. All in all, six South African bowlers bowled and every single one of them picked up at least one wicket. Astonishingly, the last three batters added 73 together for Ireland as they managed to yank the score from 85/7 all the way to 169 all out, but the match was long gone, regardless.

Broadcast Schedule

West Indies v England 2024 white ball series
WI v ENG 2nd ODI, Antigua
2nd November
Start time: 1:30 pm GMT
ENG v WI 3rd ODI, Barbados
6th November
Start time: 6:00 pm GMT
WI v ENG 1st T20, Barbados
9th November
Start time: 8:00 pm GMT

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