New Delhi. Two matches were played in the ICC ODI World Cup on Saturday. In the first match, Sri Lanka opened their account by defeating the Netherlands while South Africa gave England a resounding defeat. Batting first in the match played on Saturday, October 21, South Africa scored 399 for 7 thanks to Henrik Klaasen’s century and Marco Jensen’s explosive fifty. The England team was bundled out for 170 runs in 22 overs.
The South African team recorded a one-sided victory in the match played against England on Saturday. Batting first, the Proteas lost their first wicket early in the form of Quinton de Kock. This was followed by Rassi van der Dusen and then Riza Hendricks. From here Henrik Klaasen took charge and played a brilliant innings. Marco Jensen got support in the lower order and both were instrumental in taking the score to 399 runs. Klaasen was dismissed for 109 runs off 67 balls while Jensen played an innings of 75 runs.
Change in Marks Table
England’s second successive defeat has pushed them down the points table. The team, which was ranked sixth before the South Africa match, has now moved up to number 9. On top of that is currently the Netherlands team. New Zealand team is at the first position in the points table while India is at the second position. The match between these two teams is to be played on Sunday, October 22. The South African team remains at the third position. Team Australia has secured the fourth position while Pakistan is at number 5.
Sri Lanka registered their first win
After losing the first three matches in the World Cup, the Sri Lankan team registered their first win by defeating the Netherlands. With this win, he has moved up from last place and is now at number 8. Bangladesh team is sixth in the points table. The Netherlands team is currently in seventh place.
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Tags: England vs South Africa, World Cup 2023
First published: October 21, 2023, 23:23 IST