After an inauspicious start, Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs‘ 152-run stand helped revive South Africa. Temba Bavuma also contributed with an outstanding innings as the Proteas reached 271-9 before Lizaad Williams took four wickets within quick spell to reduce Ireland’s defences down to only 132 runs remaining for them to defend against.
Paul Stirling of Ireland was pleased with his team’s response after suffering an embarrassing first innings collapse, although he believes they could have done more with the ball.
In this article, we will discuss the high lights of South Africa National Cricket Team Vs Ireland Cricket Team Match Scorecard.
The Proteas are a national cricket team of South Africa.
South Africa are currently one of the best teams in international cricket, boasting top rankings across all three formats. Their Proteas side have an illustrious history and loyal fan base – well known for their fiery fighting spirit – which make up an integral part of Cricket South Africa’s Proteas side which competes in three competitions: SuperSport Series (four day first class competition), MTN Domestic Championship (interprovincial limited overs competition) and Standard Bank Pro20 Series (Domestic Twenty20).
Although they experienced some initial setbacks, South Africa have since gone on to enjoy considerable one-day cricket success, winning 23 out of 27 matches so far and dominating T20I cricket, winning 13 of 18 contests they’ve taken part in.
The Proteas’ last ODI defeat came against England at Port Elizabeth when they were bowled out for just 172 in 28 overs – an agonising loss for an outfit looking forward to reaching the semi finals of this tournament.
Following their loss against England, South Africa quickly responded with an impressive display against Zimbabwe in their next match, winning by an impressive margin in both one-day internationals – winning the second one-dayer by 139 runs before taking control of the series with an emphatic 174-run win in the third one-dayer.
Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs played pivotal roles in South Africa’s win, both scoring career-best one-day international (ODI) scores. Together, the pair helped lead their side to 271 runs before Ireland’s openers Kyle Verreynne and Mark Adair took two wickets each off them for two wickets taken off each pair by Kyle Verreynne and Adair.
Bjorn Fortuin and Andile Phehlukwayo provided some much-needed momentum to South Africa’s innings as they combined for a 103-run partnership, but missed opportunities meant they ultimately fell away in the final stages.
Reeza Hendricks will replace Temba Bavuma due to injury in today’s team, with Rassie van der Dussen taking his place as captain. Also included are Kyle Verreynne, Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo Lungi Ngidi Bjorn Fortuin Lizaad Williams Ottneil Baartman in South Africa for this one-day international match that kicks off at 15:30 SA time on Tuesday.
They are a World Cup-winning team.
South Africa, commonly referred to as “Proteas”, are one of the greatest teams in world cricket, boasting a win rate over 60% in One Day Internationals and winning their only International Cricket Council tournament (ICC), the 1998 Champions Trophy in 1998. Not despite all this talent though; South Africa have never managed to capture an ICC World Cup; partly due to their tendency for “choking” late on major tournaments which has earned them this moniker; there have been various theories as to why they might do this but none have provided evidence.
Though they’ve faced setbacks, South Africa remain among the favorites to win this World Cup. Their victory against England by 229 runs gave them renewed confidence heading into their final against India as one of their favorites. Heinrich Klaasen and Marco Jansen each scored century-plus scores during this match against England while Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje are taking wickets with ease – giving the Proteas renewed hope heading into their matchup.
The Proteas have enjoyed an outstanding record against Ireland, winning six out of the seven ODIs they’ve played against them. Unfortunately, however, their tournament started poorly; losing both matches against Afghanistan and New Zealand. After this initial failure however, they rebounded by defeating Netherlands before posting an impressive total against England; additionally they’ve shown strength with bowling as they’ve managed to bowl out every opposition within 50 overs!
Proteas’ bowlers made sure Ireland didn’t cause them any headaches against South Africa thanks to some impressive bowling performances from Lizaad Williams (career-best bowling figure of 4-32) and Lungi Ngidi and Bjorn Fortuin who took two or more wickets each; Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs provided solid platforms for the batters as they eventually posted 271. Proteas spinners made light work of Ireland as they bowled them out for only 132 in 31 overs – an incredible result for South Africa which will help overcome early-season wobbles!
They are a World T20-winning team.
The Proteas have been one of the most dominant teams in World T20 cricket history, winning three championships and finishing runners-up four more times. Additionally, they have secured numerous ODI championships and tied India for most victories ever in any one season; their coach Faf du Plessis has played an instrumental role in their success.
At present, South Africa are competing in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and have found themselves leading their group after two wins out of three matches so far. Next up will be Bangladesh who have already taken two victories thus far and could present them with an immense challenge.
In their opening ODI match against Ireland, South Africa defeated them by 139 runs. Ryan Rickelton led South Africa with an innings that included seven fours and three sixes from 91 balls, supported by Heinrich Klaasen who scored 46 off 44 balls.
South Africa quickly took control with their bowling attack and bowled Ireland out for just 132 in 31.5 overs, thanks to Lizaad Williams taking an early wicket which put Ireland back on their heels, Lungi Ngidi and Bjorn Fortuin quickly taking further wickets and keeping up the pressure.
South Africa began their pursuit of their target, losing wickets quickly but Quinton de Kock managed to maintain run rate with an unbeaten 74 off only 40 balls, leading a dominant Proteas batting display.
South Africa’s failure to win the World Cup is hard enough, but in recent years has only become harder. Their most recent heartbreak came during 2015 tournament, when they were defeated by New Zealand in an emotional semi-final played prior to introducing Duckworth-Lewis method and rain affected play was made worse due to an incredible performance by Faf du Plessis and David Miller at bat, however New Zealand eventually prevailed thanks to Grant Elliott’s stunning 84 ball innings that sealed victory and took home their seventh title win overall.
They are a World ODI-winning team.
South Africa produced an outstanding display of bowling and batting on Wednesday to beat Ireland by 139 runs in their second ODI match in Abu Dhabi, taking a commanding 2-0 lead after beating them by 174 in the opening ODI match. Ryan Rickelton and Reeza Hendricks each recorded career-best scores while Lizaad Williams bowled his career-best spell of 4-32 bowling to dismiss hosts Ireland for only 132 in 31.5 overs.
Ireland were reduced to 92-6 in the first Powerplay as Andile Phehlukwayo (2-33) struck early with his bowling, Mark Adair (2-54) and Kyle Verreynne (3-40) both chipping in with wickets as South African bowlers kept them under pressure – George Dockrell (28) was Ireland’s top scorer while debutant Ottneil Baartman (51) and Gavin Hoey (44) also featured among those making scores.
South Africa were in complete control with their bat. Quinton de Kock and Janneman Malan put on an opening 225-run stand to set things in motion – with de Kock setting an ODI record with 48 off 24 balls as he hit fifty off just 24 balls! Their partnership remained unbroken for 229 runs before Malan succumbed to Lungi Ngidi’s bowling.
Klaasen quickly reached three figures off just 21 balls with sixes and fours, surpassing his previous best of 102 off 62 balls to claim player of the match honors.
On Monday, South Africa will attempt to secure an unprecedented 5-0 series whitewash against Ireland in one-day international cricket. Ireland, who lost by 139 runs in their first ODI, will play for pride and seek to avoid another defeat at this final fixture.
South Africa will be without their captain Temba Bavuma due to an elbow injury; Reeza Hendricks will replace him. Furthermore, all-rounder Wiaan Mulder was also forced out due to injury and will no longer take part in this tournament.