‘They’re impossible to beat’ – Fans react as Australia beat South Africa by 123 runs in 2nd ODI

Australia beat South Africa by 123 runs and took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the five-match ODI series on September 9 at Mangaung Oval. Earlier, South Africa skipper Temba Bavuma won the toss and invited Mitchell Marsh’s side to bat first. Notably, after being sent to bat first, the visitors posted a huge total of 392/8 in the given 50 overs.

Australia’s star opener, David Warner, smashed 106 runs from 93 balls to give his side a great start. Later, Marnus Labuschagne hammered 124 runs from 99 balls, which helped the guest team reach a massive total. Later, while chasing, the Proteas looked in a good position but couldn’t bat for long and racked up 269 runs before getting dismissed at 41.5 overs.

I will start bowling in India and keep the reverse sweep away: Mitchell Marsh

Meanwhile, Australia stand-in skipper Mitchell Marsh expressed his happiness by calling the game ‘unbelievable.’ The great all-rounder heaped praise on Nathon Ellis by saying he gives 100 per cent during the match. In addition, the right-handed batter also lauded star batters Marnus Labuschagne and David Warner for their magnificent knocks during the play. Moreover, the right-arm pacer reveals that he will start bowling during the India tour. The 31-year-old cricketer feels they can win the series in the next couple of days.

“Unbelievable. Great day for Australia. Really positive thing for the future. Ellis is a great team man and gives his hundred per cent every time he has the ball in hand. A bright prospect and lot of future ahead of him. Though both batters (Warner and Labuschagne) were outstanding, our intent throughout and our execution was as good as it gets. I will start bowling in India and keep the reverse sweep away. We got a chance to win the series, this tour means a lot to us as a young squad. Hopefully, we can do that over the next couple of games,” Mitchell Marsh said during the post-match presentation.

Check out how fans have reacted after an emphatic win:

They're impossible to beat.

— @Sofa150plus (@rohancric947) September 9, 2023

Australia ko harana kafi muskil ab

— I'm_Jawed (@ImJawed2) September 9, 2023

GYA TATA BYE-BYE TO WORLD CUP

— Harsh (@Harshjindal22_) September 9, 2023

Good One , Australia Ready For World Cup

— Amazing_Aso (@GAUTAM99930) September 9, 2023

Clearly the favourites now with their current form! England fan here, we have great players but selectors have no idea of our strongest 11! Along with Australia, I would say India and Pak could win it!

— Sadiq Chikte (@SidChikte) September 10, 2023

Timba😭😭 pic.twitter.com/hVrwroriw1

— साईनिस्ट आह्म ब्रह्मश्मि (@aahmm_brahmasmI) September 9, 2023

That was a huge target to chase. South Africa is not looking ok before the big event. Their bowling is not even shadow of what it used to be.

— Bharat RM (@bloggingpanda87) September 9, 2023