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Sa vs aus odi series: The three -match ODI series between South Africa and Australia began in Cairns. In this match, South African opener Aidan Markram once again broke the back of the Kangaroo bowlers. Markram’s performance against Australia has always been excellent and he also showed a glimpse of this in the World Test Championship 2025 final, where he scored 136 runs chasing a target of 282 runs in the second innings.
Markram rained in ODIs too
In the first ODI, Markram repeated the same style back. He scored 82 runs off 81 balls and included 9 fours. During this time his strike rate was 101.23. However, he was away from just 18 runs from his fourth ODI century. Markram was caught by wicketkeeper Josh English off Ben Dwarashis.
Match condition
For South Africa, Markram and Ryan Ricelton shared a 92 -run partnership for the first wicket. The partnership put pressure on Australia’s bowling and gave South Africa a strong start.
Earlier, Australia captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss and decided to bowl. However, his strategy faded in front of Markram and Ricelton’s opening partnership.
Markram – Danger Name for Australia
30 -year -old Aidan Markram has been playing international cricket since 2017 and has been continuously performing in big matches for his team. Whether Test or ODI, his record against Australia makes him the biggest threat to the opposition team.
Playing XI of both teams
Australia – Mitchell Marsh (Captain), Travis Head, Marnas Labushen, Cameron Green, Josh English (wicketkeeper), Alex Carrie, Aaron Hardy, Ben Divarshis, Nathan Alice, Adam Jampa, Josh Hazlewood.
South Africa – Aidan Markram, Ryan Ricelton, Temba Bavuma (Captain), Matthew Breetzake, Triston Stabs, Dewald Brevis, Vian Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Puranen Subrayan, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.