In a spirited show, Eire claimed a 69-run victory over South Africa within the third and remaining ODI of the collection at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, ending the tour on a constructive observe. After dropping the primary two matches, Eire bounced again to disclaim South Africa a clear sweep within the collection, due to an all-round efficiency led by key contributions from Paul Stirling, Harry Tector and a disciplined bowling assault.
Paul Stirling and Harry Tector lead the cost
Eire elected to bat first, and the captain Paul Stirling set the tone for a aggressive complete with a well-constructed innings of 88 off 92 balls, together with 8 fours and three sixes. His partnership with Andy Balbirnie, who contributed 45 off 73, laid a stable basis for Eire. Curtis Campher’s 34 off 36, and Harry Tector’s aggressive 60 off 48 additional propelled Eire to a complete of 284/9 in 50 overs.
South Africa’s bowlers had a combined day, with Lizaad Williams standing out, claiming 4 wickets for 56 runs in his full 10 overs. Ottniel Baartman and Andile Phehlukwayo additionally chipped in with two wickets every, however the remainder of the bowling assault struggled to comprise Eire’s batters, permitting them to set a difficult goal.
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South Africa collapse regardless of Jason Smith’s heroics
Chasing 285, South Africa bought off to a disastrous begin, dropping early wickets in fast succession. The highest order crumbled underneath the strain, with Ryan Rickelton (4), Reeza Hendricks (1) and Rassie van der Dussen (3) falling cheaply, leaving South Africa reeling at 10/3. Kyle Verreynne supplied some resistance with 38 off 36 balls, however the true standout of the innings was Jason Smith, who fought valiantly with a splendid 91 off 93, hitting 9 fours and 4 sixes.
Regardless of Smith’s lone battle, South Africa by no means recovered from their poor begin. Eire’s bowlers had been disciplined, led by Graham Hume and Craig Younger, who took 3 wickets every. Hume’s 3/29 and Younger’s 3/40 had been essential in dismantling South Africa’s batting order. Mark Adair, Fionn Hand and Matthew Humphreys additionally contributed with a wickets every, and South Africa had been bowled out for 215 in 46.1 overs.
Although the collection ended 2-1 in favour of the Proteas males, the Irish aspect will take confidence from this 69-run victory.
