NEW DELHI: South Africa’s stunning chase in Raipur delivered a flurry of records and showcased one of the finest batting exhibitions on Indian soil. The pursuit of 359 was built on composure under pressure and fearless striking across the innings.
South Africa have now matched India and England for the most 350 plus successful run chases in ODIs. The target of 359 is the joint highest chased against India. The Raipur masterclass also sits among the best away or neutral venue chases in the format.
Key statistics from the Raipur chase:
--South Africa now have three successful 350 plus run chases in ODIs
--The 359 target is the joint highest chased against India alongside Australia in Mohali in 2019
--Successful 350+ ODI chases for SOUTH AFRICA: 435 vs AUS 2006, 372 vs AUS 2016, 359 vs IND 2025
--Successful 350+ ODI chases at away or neutral venues: 370 NED vs SCO 2025, 361 ENG vs WI 2019, 359 AUS vs IND 2019, 359 SA vs IND 2025, 352 AUS vs ENG 2025
--Successful 350+ ODI chases in India: 360 IND vs AUS 2013, 359 AUS vs IND 2019, 359 SA vs IND 2025, 351 IND vs AUS 2013, 351 IND vs END 2017
--India have hosted five of the 13 successful 350 plus ODI chases, the most for any country
South Africa’s chase felt like a statement. Aiden Markram set the tone with a brilliant 110 that broke the shackles for a batter who has been searching for rhythm. His century steadied the dressing room and gave the side belief.
Temba Bouma added a valuable 46 and kept the momentum steady. Bretsky extended his sublime run with his seventh fifty plus score in eleven matches as he struck a fluent 68. Dewald Brevis lifted the tempo with a fiery 54 from 34 balls.
Corwin Walsh then closed the match with a calm 29 down the order. It was a batting masterclass that carried the side home and now the series heads to Shakapatnam for a high intensity decider on Saturday.
