Proteas batter Matthew Breetzke says he was more relieved than anything when he finally reached his century, as they beat Australia by 67 runs in the first of three ODIs in Durban yesterday.
South Africa recovered from a difficult start to defeat Australia by 67 runs in the first ODI in Durban, taking an early lead in the three-match series.
Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has conceded that the growing injury list in their bowling department is cause for concern, ahead of a high profile ODI series against Australia starting tomorrow.
The Proteas' fast-bowling resources suffered another blow on the eve of the three-match ODI series against Australia after Kwena Maphaka was ruled out with a hamstring injury.
Proteas batter David Miller has reaffirmed his commitment to the national team for the foreseeable future, despite not being contracted for the 2026/27 season.
Proteas seam bowler Marco Jansen has admitted that their bowling unit has been heavily hit by the injuries to key players, ahead of the ODI series against Australia starting this week.