The South African skipper was happy that he lost the toss against the Aussies on Wednesday, as they were willing to chase as well. South Africa batted first and mounted a huge target of 311\/7, with De Kock (109) scoring his second hundred in the tournament. The Proteas\u2019 not only dominated the five-time world champions with bat but also henpecked them with the ball. Australia lost the match by 134 runs, losing all their wickets for 177 in the 41st over.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cI do think 311 was a couple over par; probably 290\u2013300 was par. I guess I\u2019m glad we lost the toss because we wanted to chase as well,\u201d said Bavuma.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
The SA skipper also praised De Kock for his fabulous innings as well as the bowlers for showing a stunning game on the field.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cI was scratchy with the bat; I found it hard, but Quinton de Kock needs to be given credit for the way he played. The bowlers bowled really well; they have been under some slap, but looking at all the phases, I think the guys really dominated. I\u2019ll take that as our second game,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
South Africa will face the Netherlands in their next game at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. While Australia will face Sri Lanka, both teams will make sure of a promising comeback at the BRSABVE Cricket Stadium, Lucknow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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