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Australia's bowlers put on a disciplined show to restrict South Africa to 172/7 despite Dewald Brevis's fiery 53. Nathan Ellis was the standout with 3/31, while Adam Zampa and Josh Hazlewood chipped in with two wickets each. Rassie van der Dussen's unbeaten 38 helped the Proteas post a competitive total. Australia now needs 173 to clinch the T20 series in Cairns.

Key Points: Brevis Blitz Fails as Australia Restrict South Africa to 172/7

  • Dewald Brevis hits explosive 53 off 26 balls with six sixes
  • Nathan Ellis takes 3/31 to dismantle South Africa's middle order
  • Rassie van der Dussen anchors innings with unbeaten 38
  • Australia needs 173 to win T20 series decider
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Australia restricts South Africa to 172/7 after Brevis blitz

Dewald Brevis smashes 53 off 26 but Australia's disciplined bowling restricts South Africa to 172/7 in the T20 series decider in Cairns.

"Brevis brought up his half-century in just 22 balls, helping South Africa reach 100 in 10.1 overs. – Match Report"

Cairns, August 16

Young Dewald Brevis's quickfire 53 off 26 deliveries could not take the Proteas to the 200-run mark in the series decider against Australia, thanks to a brilliant display of death bowling from the Aussies on Saturday in Cairns.

After winning the toss, Australia opted to field first and struck early, removing the Proteas captain in the very first over for just 1.

Lhuan-dre Pretorius was the next to fall, dismissed by Nathan Ellis for 24, leaving South Africa at 32/2.

Ryan Rickelton struggled to get going, managing a run-a-ball 13 before falling to Adam Zampa. The Proteas were 49/3 in 6.5 overs.

From there, Brevis and Tristan Stubbs steadied the innings with a 61-run partnership. Brevis brought up his half-century in just 22 balls, helping South Africa reach 100 in 10.1 overs.

Australia finally breathed a sigh of relief when Ellis removed Brevis in the 12th over. The youngster's explosive knock included six sixes and just one four.

Stubbs followed soon after, making 25 off 23 balls before being bowled by Zampa.

Corbin Bosch's stay was brief as he was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood for 1, leaving the Proteas struggling at 138/6 in 16.2 overs.

Senuran Muthusamy was the final wicket to fall, scoring 9.

South Africa eventually finished on 172/7, as Rassie van der Dussen helped them to cruise to that total with the help of his unbeaten 38. Ellis was the pick of the bowlers with 3/31 in his four overs, while Zampa returned 2/24 and Hazlewood 2/30.

Australia now need 173 in 20 overs to clinch the series.

Brief scores: South Africa 172/7 in 20 overs (Dewald Brevis 53, Rassie van der Dussen 38*; Nathan Ellis 3/31) vs Australia.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good fight by SA but 172 is below par on most grounds. Australia's death bowling was clinical though. Zampa is so consistent - wish we had a leg spinner like him in our T20 squad.
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Rohit P
Why is this match getting so much attention when Asia Cup is starting soon? As an Indian fan, I'm only focused on how we'll perform against Pakistan and Sri Lanka!
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Sarah B
Nathan Ellis is so underrated! His variations in the death overs were brilliant. Would love to see him in IPL next season - could be a great buy for any franchise.
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Vikram M
SA's middle order collapse is concerning. They need to learn from how our Indian team builds partnerships. Hardik and Jadeja would have taken this score to 190+ easily.
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Kavya N
As a cricket lover, I enjoy watching these young talents from all countries. Brevis's innings was entertaining, but I'm waiting for our Indian youngsters like Tilak Varma to shine in Asia Cup! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Respectful criticism - the article could have included more stats about the pitch conditions. 172 might be competitive if the pitch is slowing down. Otherwise Australia should chase this comfortably.

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