South Africa slump to record low in humiliating ODI loss against England

England team celebrate a wicket

Jacob Bethell struck his long-awaited maiden century before Jofra Archer tore through South Africa’s batting, as England crushed the Proteas by a record 342 runs in the third ODI at Southampton.


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With the series already lost, 21-year-old Bethell tipped for greatness despite limited county experience showcased his talent by crafting a fluent 110 off 82 balls.


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He shared a 182-run stand with Joe Root, who scored a 96-ball century, before Jos Buttler added late fireworks with an unbeaten 62 from 32 deliveries.


England piled up 414-5, their highest ODI total in three years and best at home since 2018. Bethell’s landmark knock made him England’s second-youngest ODI centurion, behind David Gower.


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South Africa, who had already secured the series with victories at Headingley and Lord’s, fell apart. They dropped Bethell on 44, conceded 19 wides, and crumbled to 72-9 in 20.5 overs, with captain Temba Bavuma unable to bat. England’s margin of victory was the largest in ODI history.


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Archer spearheaded the rout with a blistering new-ball burst, taking 4-18 as the Proteas collapsed to 7-4 and 24-6. Adil Rashid added 3-13 to seal the emphatic win.


Although the series was lost, this dominant display provided England with a welcome boost in the 50-over format. The teams now shift focus to a three-match T20 series beginning Wednesday in Cardiff.



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