World Cup 2023: South Africa defeat New Zealand by 190 runs

| Nov 01, 2023, 11:55:13 PM | TOI.in
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In a sensational ICC ODI World Cup match held at MCA stadium in Pune, South Africa's Quinton de Kock and Rassie van der Dussen illuminated the cricketing world with their extraordinary centuries. Their outstanding performances led to a resounding 190-run victory over New Zealand, temporarily diverting the nation's sporting focus from rugby to cricket. De Kock's brilliant innings of 114 runs off 116 balls marked his fourth century in the tournament, a feat achieved by only a select few, including Kumar Sangakkara during the 2015 World Cup. Remarkably, throughout World Cup history, just three players have managed to score four centuries in a single tournament, with India's Rohit Sharma leading the way with five in the 2019 edition. The Proteas' commanding total of 357/4 was anchored by van der Dussen's exceptional 133 runs off 118 balls, leaving New Zealand struggling in their pursuit of the target.

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