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Ireland vs South Africa, 2nd ODI Match Summary

IRE vs SA, 2024 - ODI Summary

Ireland vs South Africa Scorecard

Match Ended

2nd ODI, Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi , Oct 04, 2024

Ireland

South Africa

343/4 (50.0/50)

South Africa beat Ireland by 174 runs

Player of the Match

Tristan Stubbs

112(81)

SA 343/4

Top Batsmen

Tristan Stubbs

112 (81)

8x4s
3x6s
138.27SR

Ryan Rickelton

40 (39)

3x4s
1x6s
102.56SR

Top Bowlers

Curtis Campher

ECON 7.33

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22/1

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We are back for Ireland's reply. If they chase 344 runs down, it will be a record chase on this venue. South African players then stride out and take the field. Followed by Paul Stirling and Andy Balbirnie who walk out to open for Ireland. Lungi Ngidi to start with the new ball.

... The Run Chase ...

Ireland's bowling unit put in a collective effort, with four bowlers chipping in with a wicket each to keep South Africa's momentum in check at various stages. Although, it wasn't enough to put a half on the run rate of Proteas. Now though with a daunting target of 344 ahead, Ireland will need a strong start from their top order to set the tone. The likes of Paul Stirling and Andrew Balbirnie will be key in providing a solid foundation. They do have the quality, but need to be smart in their approach. Do join us shortly for the second essay to find out how things pan out.

Kyle Verreynne is in for a quick word. He reflected on the team's recent form, emphasizing how the tough series against Afghanistan pushed them to reform their approach as a batting unit. He mentioned that the wicket played a bit slower, which led them to focus on using the square boundaries effectively with flicks and punches. He stressed the importance of maintaining a positive mindset and focusing on securing the win. With 343 on the board, he believes it's a strong total and that the team’s goal is to finish the game with a convincing margin.

The real game-changer, though, was Tristan Stubbs. Having shown promise in the first ODI, he elevated his performance with a sensational unbeaten 112 off 81 balls, his first ODI ton. He received strong support from Wiaan Mulder, who chipped in with 43 valuable runs in the death overs. South Africa scored 61 runs in the final 5 overs. Now, South Africa head into the break with a commanding total, leaving Ireland with a steep chase ahead.

After electing to bat first, South Africa got off to a strong start with Ryan Rickelton and Temba Bavuma looking solid against the new ball. The duo built a steady platform, but just as things were shaping up, Bavuma had to retire hurt due to an injury. Ireland seized the opportunity when Campher removed Rickelton, bringing them back into the contest. However, that glimmer of hope quickly dimmed when Rassie van der Dussen and Kyle Verreynne combined for a crucial partnership of 58 runs. Verreynne, impressing in his return to the side, notched up a half-century, though van der Dussen couldn’t capitalize on his start.

Hats off to Tristan Stubbs, what a sensational knock from the youngster. The 24-year old lad is making a loud announcement in the 50-over format. South Africa have posted a huge target in this contest, and would be confident heading back into the break. Ireland just found it a bit difficult to create wicket-taking opportuinities in the middle phase, which might've taken the game away from them. This wicket though is very batting-friendly. Ireland would still believe they can pull a rabbit out of the hat here.

Over 50 : 343/4

6 Runs

149.1
049.2
249.3
149.4
249.5
049.6

T. Stubbs

112 (81)

A. Phehlukwayo

4 (4)

M. Adair

10-0-79-0

49.6

Mark Adair To Tristan Stubbs

Adair nails the wide yorker this time around. Stubbs tries to be innovative but does not connect this time. A dot ball to end the innings. South Africa are 343/4 at the end of 50 overs.

49.5

Mark Adair To Tristan Stubbs

This is full, outside off. Stubbs bunts it out towards long on. They push hard for the second run and gets it. Stubbs to face the final delivery.

49.4

Mark Adair To Andile Phehlukwayo

Back of a length, on the bodyline. Andile Phehlukwayo mistimes his pull to deep square leg for one.

49.3

Mark Adair To Andile Phehlukwayo

Full one, outside off. Andile Phehlukwayo lofts it over mid off. Two runs taken.

49.2

Mark Adair To Andile Phehlukwayo

Mark Adair rolls his fingers over this one and dishes a length ball, outside off. Andile Phehlukwayo looks to whip it away but misses.

49.1

Mark Adair To Tristan Stubbs

This is too full, outside off. Stubbs gets it to deep mid-wicket off the inner half. One taken.

Over 49 : 337/4

14 Runs

648.1
248.2
W 48.3
148.4
448.5
148.6

T. Stubbs

109 (78)

A. Phehlukwayo

1 (1)

C. Young

10-0-79-1

48.6

Craig Young To Tristan Stubbs

Full one, on the pads. Stubbs jams it out to mid on for one.

48.5

Craig Young To Tristan Stubbs

FOUR! Nicely played. It is a length ball, outside off. Stubbs scoops it over short third. It races away.

48.4

Craig Young To Andile Phehlukwayo

This is full, on off. Andile Phehlukwayo pushes it into covers for one.

48.3

Craig Young To Wiaan Mulder OUT!

OUT! CAUGHT! Wiaan Mulder goes hunting for boundary once again but ends up giving away his wicket here. It is too full, on middle. Wiaan Mulder goes for the biggie down the park yet again, but gets a lot of height on it instead of the distance. Gavin Hoey takes a sharp catch in the deep. Andile Phehlukwayo walks in with the blade now.

48.2

Craig Young To Wiaan Mulder

Fuller one, on the pads. Mulder whips it to wide of long on for one.

48.1

Craig Young To Wiaan Mulder

SIX! THIS IS HUGE! This is too full,and on the stumps. Mulder gets a hold of it and he sends it sailing over the long on fence.

Over 48 : 323/3

16 Runs

447.1
1 WD 47.2
147.2
447.3
147.4
147.5
447.6

T. Stubbs

104 (76)

W. Mulder

35 (31)

M. Adair

9-0-73-0

47.6

Mark Adair To Tristan Stubbs

FOUR! Up and over. It is a good-length ball, outside off. Tristan Stubbs extends his arms and slashes it towards deep backward point. Four runs.

47.5

Mark Adair To Wiaan Mulder

Full one, outside off. Mulder gets it to square off the inside edge. One taken.

47.4

Mark Adair To Tristan Stubbs

HUNDRED FOR STUBBS! What a knock. He got a 50 in the first match and now he racks up his first century in ODI cricket. It is a low full toss, down the leg side. Tristan Stubbs flicks it to deep square leg for one.

47.3

Mark Adair To Tristan Stubbs

FOUR! A bit streaky but it does not matter as Stubbs moves to 99. It is a full ball, outside off. Tristan Stubbs throws his bat at it. The ball catches the underedge and races down towards the deep third fence for a boundary.

47.2

Mark Adair To Wiaan Mulder

Full one, tailing into the pads. Mulder flicks it towards wide long on for one.

47.2

Mark Adair To Wiaan Mulder

WIDE! It is full, wide of off, shaping further away. Mulder looks to chase it but gets beaten. The umpire extends his arms as it goes past the tramline.

47.1

Mark Adair To Wiaan Mulder

FOUR! This is just too easy. A full toss, on the pads. Mulder gets low and slogs it in the gap at square leg. It races away.

Over 47 : 307/3

7 Runs

146.1
146.2
246.3
146.4
146.5
146.6

W. Mulder

29 (28)

T. Stubbs

95 (73)

C. Young

9-0-65-0

46.6

Craig Young To Wiaan Mulder

A low full toss, outside off. Mulder slashes it to deep point for one.

46.5

Craig Young To Tristan Stubbs

A full ball, on off. Stubbs pushes this towards extra covers. One taken.

46.4

Craig Young To Wiaan Mulder

Very full, on off. Mulder knocks it down the park and rotates the strike.

46.3

Craig Young To Wiaan Mulder

Young goes with the yorker here, in the blockhole. Mulder jams it down towards long on. The fielder in the deep fumbles. The batters take a couple.

Full Commentary

50 OV

6 Runs

M. Adair to T. Stubbs A. Phehlukwayo

149.1
049.2
249.3
149.4
249.5
049.6

49 OV

14 Runs

C. Young to W. Mulder A. Phehlukwayo T. Stubbs

648.1
248.2
W 48.3
148.4
448.5
148.6

48 OV

12 Runs

M. Adair to W. Mulder T. Stubbs

447.1
1 WD 47.2
147.2
447.3
147.4
147.5
447.6

47 OV

7 Runs

C. Young to W. Mulder T. Stubbs

146.1
146.2
246.3
146.4
146.5
146.6

46 OV

18 Runs

G. Hume to T. Stubbs W. Mulder

645.1
445.2
045.3
645.4
145.5
145.6

45 OV

9 Runs

C. Young to T. Stubbs W. Mulder

044.1
144.2
144.3
244.4
144.5
444.6

44 OV

7 Runs

M. Adair to W. Mulder T. Stubbs

143.1
143.2
443.3
043.4
143.5
143.6

43 OV

9 Runs

G. Hume to T. Stubbs W. Mulder

1 WD 42.1
042.1
142.2
042.3
242.4
142.5
442.6

42 OV

6 Runs

M. Adair to W. Mulder T. Stubbs

141.1
141.2
241.3
041.4
141.5
141.6

41 OV

4 Runs

G. Hume to T. Stubbs W. Mulder

140.1
140.2
040.3
140.4
040.5
140.6

40 OV

5 Runs

C. Young to T. Stubbs W. Mulder

139.1
039.2
139.3
139.4
139.5
139.6

39 OV

2 Runs

A. McBrine to K. Verreynne W. Mulder T. Stubbs

W 38.1
038.2
138.3
138.4
038.5
038.6

38 OV

9 Runs

C. Young to K. Verreynne T. Stubbs

037.1
137.2
437.3
237.4
137.5
137.6

37 OV

8 Runs

A. McBrine to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

236.1
236.2
036.3
136.4
2 B 36.5
136.6

36 OV

9 Runs

G. Hume to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

235.1
035.2
135.3
135.4
135.5
435.6

35 OV

11 Runs

G. Hoey to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

634.1
134.2
234.3
134.4
034.5
134.6

34 OV

9 Runs

G. Hume to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

033.1
133.2
133.3
433.4
133.5
233.6

33 OV

5 Runs

A. McBrine to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

132.1
132.2
032.3
132.4
132.5
132.6

32 OV

9 Runs

M. Adair to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

231.1
131.2
131.3
131.4
431.5
031.6

31 OV

2 Runs

A. McBrine to T. Stubbs

130.1
030.2
030.3
030.4
030.5
130.6

30 OV

10 Runs

M. Adair to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

129.1
029.2
429.3
029.4
129.5
429.6

29 OV

5 Runs

G. Dockrell to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

128.1
028.2
128.3
128.4
128.5
128.6

28 OV

8 Runs

G. Hoey to K. Verreynne T. Stubbs

427.1
127.2
127.3
127.4
027.5
127.6

27 OV

5 Runs

C. Young to K. Verreynne T. Stubbs

026.1
026.2
126.3
226.4
126.5
126.6

26 OV

7 Runs

G. Hoey to K. Verreynne T. Stubbs

125.1
125.2
225.3
125.4
225.5
025.6

25 OV

4 Runs

C. Young to T. Stubbs K. Verreynne

1 WD 24.1
124.1
024.2
124.3
124.4
024.5
124.6

24 OV

4 Runs

G. Hoey to K. Verreynne Rassie van der T. Stubbs

123.1
123.2
123.3
W 23.4
023.5
123.6

23 OV

3 Runs

A. McBrine to K. Verreynne Rassie van der

022.1
122.2
022.3
022.4
122.5
122.6

22 OV

8 Runs

G. Hoey to Rassie van der K. Verreynne

021.1
221.2
421.3
021.4
121.5
121.6

21 OV

5 Runs

A. McBrine to Rassie van der K. Verreynne

120.1
120.2
120.3
020.4
120.5
120.6

20 OV

9 Runs

G. Hoey to Rassie van der K. Verreynne

419.1
019.2
119.3
219.4
119.5
119.6

19 OV

7 Runs

A. McBrine to K. Verreynne Rassie van der

118.1
118.2
1 WD 18.3
218.3
118.4
118.5
018.6

18 OV

2 Runs

G. Hoey to Rassie van der K. Verreynne

017.1
117.2
017.3
117.4
017.5
017.6

17 OV

5 Runs

A. McBrine to Rassie van der K. Verreynne

016.1
116.2
116.3
116.4
216.5
016.6

16 OV

12 Runs

C. Campher to K. Verreynne Rassie van der

115.1
215.2
015.3
415.4
115.5
415.6

15 OV

4 Runs

A. McBrine to Rassie van der K. Verreynne

014.1
014.2
014.3
114.4
114.5
214.6

14 OV

6 Runs

C. Campher to R. Rickelton K. Verreynne

413.1
013.2
213.3
W 13.4
013.5
013.6

13 OV

4 Runs

A. McBrine to Rassie van der R. Rickelton

112.1
112.2
012.3
112.4
112.5
012.6

12 OV

4 Runs

C. Campher to R. Rickelton T. Bavuma

111.1
011.2
011.3
111.4
011.5
211.6

11 OV

3 Runs

G. Hume to R. Rickelton

010.1
010.2
210.3
010.4
010.5
110.6

10 OV

17 Runs

C. Young to R. Rickelton T. Bavuma

69.1
19.2
69.3
09.4
49.5
09.6

9 OV

2 Runs

G. Hume to T. Bavuma R. Rickelton

08.1
08.2
08.3
18.4
08.5
18.6

8 OV

4 Runs

C. Young to R. Rickelton T. Bavuma

17.1
27.2
07.3
07.4
07.5
17.6

7 OV

5 Runs

M. Adair to R. Rickelton T. Bavuma

16.1
06.2
06.3
06.4
06.5
46.6

6 OV

4 Runs

C. Young to T. Bavuma

05.1
05.2
05.3
05.4
05.5
45.6

5 OV

8 Runs

M. Adair to R. Rickelton

04.1
44.2
04.3
04.4
44.5
04.6

4 OV

8 Runs

G. Hume to T. Bavuma R. Rickelton

13.1
33.2
03.3
03.4
43.5
03.6

3 OV

7 Runs

M. Adair to R. Rickelton T. Bavuma

22.1
1 WD 2.2
02.2
02.3
02.4
12.5
32.6

2 OV

2 Runs

G. Hume to T. Bavuma R. Rickelton

01.1
01.2
11.3
01.4
11.5
01.6

1 OV

4 Runs

M. Adair to R. Rickelton T. Bavuma

10.1
00.2
30.3
00.4
00.5
00.6

Match Info

Venue Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Weather Clear
Toss South Africa won the toss and elected to bat
Result South Africa beat Ireland by 174 runs
Player of the Match Tristan Stubbs
Umpire Aidan Seaver (IRE), Richard Illingworth (ENG) and Langton Rusere (ZIM)
Referee Ranjan Madugalle (SL)

Match Notes

SA (343/4)

Innings Break: South Africa 343/4 in 50.0 overs
T Stubbs maiden ODI hundred: 100 runs in 75 balls (6x4) (3x6)
South Africa 300/3 in 46.0 overs
4th wicket partnership: 53 off 43 balls between T Stubbs (29) and W Mulder (23)
South Africa 250/3 in 41.0 overs
Power play 2 (11-40): New Zealand 246/3 (185 runs, 3 wickets)
3rd wicket partnership: 100 off 84 balls between K Verreynne (42) and T Stubbs (56)
T Stubbs ODI fifty: 50 runs in 45 balls (2x4) (1x6)
South Africa 200/2 in 33.5 overs
Drinks: South Africa 193/2 in 33.0 overs
3rd wicket partnership: 51 off 49 balls between K Verreynne (27) and T Stubbs (24)
K Verreynne 5th ODI fifty: 50 runs in 49 balls (4x4) (0x6)
South Africa 150/2 in 26.3 overs
2nd wicket partnership: 50 off 47 balls between R van der Dussen (30) and K Verreynne (19)
South Africa 100/1 in 17.2 overs
Drinks: South Africa 78/1 in 13.4 overs
Power play 1 (1-10): South Africa 61/0
1st wicket partnership: 50 off 55 balls between R Rickleton (25) and T Bavuma (24)
South Africa 50/0 in 9.1 overs

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