Published on, Aug. 22 -- August 22, 2025 6:52 PM

South Africa clinched the three-match ODI series against world champions Australia with an 84-run win in Mackay on Friday. The visitors now lead 2-0, thanks to a fiery five-wicket haul by pacer Lungi Ngidi, who rattled the Aussie batting lineup.

South Africa posted a solid 277 despite a late-innings collapse. Matthew Breetzke hit 88 and Tristan Stubbs added 74, pushing the total near the 300-mark. Although captain Temba Bavuma was rested, the team found strength in its middle order after early blows.

Australia's chase got off to a poor start. They were bowled out for 193 in 37.4 overs, with Ngidi finishing with 5-42. Josh Inglis resisted with a gritty 87, but lacked support as Australia ...