Australia sealed their place in Sunday’s remaining of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 in opposition to India following a nervy three-wicket victory in opposition to South Africa within the second semifinal.
Australia on Thursday bowled out South Africa for a below-par 212 regardless of David Miller’s defiant 101. Nevertheless, the run chase was not as easy as Pat Cummins and his staff would have favored. Travis Head (62) led Australia’s rollicking begin earlier than a mid-innings wobble put the five-time champions in a spot of trouble.
South Africa didn’t let massive partnerships bloom however Australia ultimately reached the goal with 16 balls to spare with Steve Smith (30) and Jos Inglis (28) offering helpful cameos.
Earlier, Temba Bavuma’s resolution to bat beneath an overcast sky backfired and South Africa slumped to 24-4 inside 12 overs earlier than gentle rain held up play.
David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen (47) arrested the slide after play resumed with a 95-run partnership however Head’s double strike put Australia again in cost.
Miller smashed Cummins for a six to convey up his hundred however fell in the identical over making an attempt to clear the rope once more. India beat New Zealand within the first semi-final on Wednesday to e-book their place within the remaining in Ahmedabad.
