IRELAND VS SOUTH AFRICA: Match Day Excitement!
The anticipation is palpable as Ireland wins the toss and chooses to bat first in the thrilling third ODI against South Africa! With the series already in South Africa’s grasp at 2-0, will Ireland rise to the occasion and turn the tide?
Team Changes:
- Ireland: Paul Stirling leads the Irish side, aiming for a fresh start after two tough games. The squad includes notable players like Andy Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, and wicketkeeper Lorcan Tucker.
- South Africa: Rassie van der Dussen steps up as captain in Temba Bavuma’s absence, while Reeza Hendricks takes Bavuma’s place in the lineup. The Proteas are eager to maintain their winning streak!
Live Score Updates:
17:46 IST:
10.6: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, No run.
17:45 IST:
10.5: Ottneil Baartman to Andy Balbirnie, a good length delivery outside off! Balbirnie taps it to third man for a single.
17:44 IST:
10.4: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, FOUR! Stirling finds the gap, hitting it past cover for a beautiful boundary!
17:43 IST:
10.3: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, a length ball outside off. Stirling punches it to cover.
17:42 IST:
10.2: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, Defended! Stirling brings a straight bat down.
17:41 IST:
10.1: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, FOUR! Stirling flicks it effortlessly to mid-wicket for another boundary!
Current Score: 37/0
Batsman: Andy Balbirnie 12 (33b 1*4) | Bowler: Bjorn Fortuin 2-1-9-0
Key Moments:
17:39 IST:
9.6: Bjorn Fortuin to Andy Balbirnie, A maiden over! Balbirnie drives it to the left of mid-off, but no runs taken.
17:37 IST:
8.6: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, Edged but safe! A length delivery that almost finds the keeper!
17:35 IST:
7.6: Bjorn Fortuin to Paul Stirling, SIX! What a hit! Stirling lofts it over long-off!
17:31 IST:
6.4: Ottneil Baartman to Paul Stirling, FOUR! A glorious drive through covers!
Current Score: 37/0
Batsman: Paul Stirling 25 (27b 34 26) | Bowler: Ottneil Baartman 2-0-8-0
Toss and Team News:
16:59 IST:
Rassie van der Dussen acknowledges the different challenges that come with bowling first, hoping to make the most of the new ball. Meanwhile, Paul Stirling expresses confidence in putting runs on the board, emphasizing the team’s desire for improvement after previous matches.
South Africa (Playing XI):
Ryan Rickelton (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen (C), Kyle Verreynne, Tristan Stubbs, Jason Smith, Andile Phehlukwayo, Bjorn Fortuin, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman.
Ireland (Playing XI):
Paul Stirling (C), Andy Balbirnie, Curtis Campher, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (WK), George Dockrell, Mark Adair, Matthew Humphreys, Craig Young, Graham Hume, Fionn Hand.
Toss Result: Ireland has won the toss and will BAT first!
Stay tuned as the match unfolds! Will Ireland be able to showcase their resilience against a formidable South African side? Let’s find out!
