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Matthew Breetzke has made cricket history by becoming the first player to score fifty-plus runs in each of his first five ODI matches. He smashed 85 runs against England at Lord's, setting a new record for highest score by a South African batter at the iconic ground. Breetzke's incredible start includes 463 runs at an average of 92.60 with one century and four half-centuries. His performance helped South Africa post 330/8 as they look to secure the series victory.

Key Points: Matthew Breetzke Sets World Record Scoring 50+ in First 5 ODIs

  • Breetzke scored 85 in 77 balls with seven fours and three sixes
  • His 85 is highest Proteas score at Lord's surpassing Herschelle Gibbs
  • Joined elite list with Jonty Rhodes and Quinton de Kock
  • Now has 463 runs in five ODIs with century and four fifties
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South Africa's Breetzke continues dream run in ODIs, creates world record

South Africa's Matthew Breetzke becomes first player to score fifty-plus in each of his first five ODIs, smashing 85 against England at Lord's.

"Breetzke has scored 463 runs in five innings at an average of 92.60 - Match Report"

London, September 4

South African batter Matthew Breetzke continued his dream run in ODI cricket, becoming the first player to register scores of fifty-plus in each of his first five ODIs.

Breetzke accomplished this feat during his side's second ODI against England at Lord's on Thursday. In the match, Breetzke went on to score 85 in 77 balls, with seven fours and three sixes at a strike rate of over 110. However, an absolute peach of a delivery from pacer Jofra Archer meant he missed out on his second ODI ton.

Also, his score of 85 is the highest by a Proteas batter in an ODI at Lord's, surpassing Herschelle Gibbs' 74 runs in 2008.

Also, he has joined the elite list of Jonty Rhodes, Quinton de Kock, Heinrich Klaasen for securing joint-most fifty-plus scores for South Africa in ODIs.

Now in five ODIs, Breetske has scored 463 runs in five innings at an average of 92.60, with a century and four half-centuries, with the best score of 150.

Coming to the match, England won the toss and elected to field first. A 73-run opening stand between Aiden Markram (49 in 64 balls, with six fours and a six) and Ryan Rickelton (35 in 33 balls, with five fours) started things for Proteas. Later, half-centuries from Breetzke (85) and Tristan Stubbs (58 in 62 balls, with two fours and a six) and a quickfire 20-ball 42 (three fours and three sixes) from Dewald Brevis proved to be instrumental in taking Proteas to 330/8 in their 50 overs.

Jofra Archer (4/62) was the pick of the bowlers for England, while spinner Adil Rashid (2/33) also delivered an unbelievable 10-over spell for the Proteas.

England need to chase down 330 to save the series which they are trailing by 1-0.

- ANI

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Priya S
Archer's delivery must have been something special to dismiss someone in such great form. That's what makes cricket so exciting - even the best can be beaten by a perfect ball! 🏏
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Arjun K
Breaking Gibbs' record at Lord's is no small achievement. South Africa seems to have found another gem. Hope he gets to play in the IPL next season - would love to see him in Indian conditions!
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Sarah B
While his batting is impressive, let's see how he performs against quality spin bowling. Many explosive starters struggle when they face Indian spinners on turning tracks. The real test is yet to come.
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Vikram M
Average of 92.60 after 5 matches! That's insane numbers. Hope he doesn't fade away like many one-season wonders. Consistency is what separates good players from legends.
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Michael C
Great to see new talent emerging in international cricket. The game needs fresh faces like Breetzke to keep it exciting. Looking forward to seeing more of him in upcoming series!

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