Maharaj’s outstanding efficiency noticed him declare 4 essential wickets, main to the Kiwis being bowled out for a mere 167 whereas chasing a difficult goal of 358.
Left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj showcased his distinctive expertise in South Africa’s resounding 190-run victory towards New Zealand within the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup held in Pune.
Maharaj’s outstanding efficiency noticed him declare 4 essential wickets, main to the Kiwis being bowled out for a mere 167 whereas chasing a difficult goal of 358. Pacer Marco Jansen additionally performed a major position, contributing with three wickets to safe the victory.
Notably, Maharaj has etched his identify in historical past because the first South African bowler to achieve a four-wicket haul towards New Zealand in ODI World Cups. Only 4 different South African bowlers have managed to take three wickets towards the Kiwis in this prestigious event. Jansen’s distinctive efficiency has additionally earned him a spot on this esteemed record, with figures of three/31 towards the formidable New Zealand aspect. Joining them are the legendary bowlers Allan Donald, Morne Morkel, and Chris Morris, who’ve additionally achieved three-wicket hauls towards the Kiwis in earlier encounters.
Having performed his thirty eighth One Day International (ODI) match, Maharaj has now accrued a powerful tally of 48 wickets at a median of 31.25. The 33-year-old spinner has persistently maintained an economic system charge of 4.74, showcasing his means to management the sport.
This excellent victory marked Maharaj’s second four-wicket haul in ODIs, along with his earlier greatest figures of 4/33 achieved towards Australia. Notably, the match in Pune was his maiden encounter towards the formidable Black Caps in ODI cricket.
Maharaj’s distinctive efficiency not solely secured a powerful victory for South Africa but additionally solidified his place as a key participant within the staff’s quest for achievement within the Cricket World Cup.
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