🏏 South Africa vs England 2nd ODI 2025 – Match Overview
Cricket fans witnessed a thrilling encounter at Lord’s, London, where South Africa defeated England by just 5 runs in the second ODI of the 3-match series. With this victory, South Africa not only sealed the series 2–0 but also created history by winning their first bilateral ODI series in England since 1998.
📊 First Innings – South Africa’s Batting Brilliance
- South Africa posted a challenging total of 330/8 in 50 overs.
- Matthew Breetzke stole the spotlight with a classy 85 off 77 balls, continuing his record-breaking streak of five consecutive ODI half-centuries.
- Tristan Stubbs added a valuable 58 runs, building a crucial middle-order partnership.
- In the final overs, Dewald Brevis (42 off 20)* and Corbin Bosch (32)* accelerated brilliantly, ensuring a strong finish.
This aggressive batting display set the perfect tone for South Africa to defend.
🏏 Second Innings – England’s Fighting Chase
England came close but fell short at 325/9 in 50 overs.
- Joe Root (61) and Jos Buttler (61) played vital knocks, steadying the middle order.
- Youngster Jacob Bethell (58) impressed with a mature innings under pressure.
- The chase went down to the wire with Jofra Archer (27 off 11)* nearly pulling off a miracle. England needed 6 runs off the last ball, but Archer could not find the boundary, leaving England agonizingly short.
🌍 Historic Win for South Africa
- This win marked South Africa’s first ODI series victory in England in 27 years.
- Skipper Temba Bavuma praised the team’s resilience and consistency.
- Rising star Matthew Breetzke continues to break records, becoming the first batter in ODI history to score five fifties in his first five matches.
📅 What’s Next?
The 3rd ODI will be played at the Utilita Bowl, Southampton, on September 7, 2025. While the series is already sealed, England will look to salvage pride, and South Africa will aim for a historic clean sweep.
✅ Key Takeaways
- South Africa scored 330/8 with Breetzke (85) as top scorer.
- England fell short at 325/9, despite Buttler and Root’s half-centuries.
- South Africa won by 5 runs, sealing the series 2–0.
- First ODI series win in England since 1998 for South Africa.
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