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The 23rd match of the ODI World Cup 2023 between Bangladesh and South Africa witnessed a brilliant show of power hitting when Quinton de Kock went on a rampage, treating fans to a dazzling display of strength and finesse. The Proteas opener unleashed his beast mode, hammering a brilliant century that left the Bangladesh bowlers gasping for breath.
A rocky start for South Africa doesn’t affect Quinton de Kock
South Africa won the toss and opted to bat first, setting the stage for what would become a memorable showdown. Although the early stages of the innings saw the Proteas facing some adversity as Reeza Hendricks (12) and Rassie van der Dussen (1) departed cheaply, De Kock was in no mood to relent. Instead, he embarked on an attacking innings that would leave a lasting impact on the match.
Quinton de Kock’s masterclass
De Kock’s masterclass in batting yielded an impressive 174 runs off just 140 deliveries, a knock that pushed the Bangladeshi bowlers firmly onto the back foot. His relentless assault on the bowlers only ended when he became Hasan Mahmud’s prized scalp.
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A dazzling array of shots from Quinton de Kock
Throughout his innings, De Kock showcased a wide array of shots that wowed spectators and cricket aficionados alike. He hammered seven towering sixes and pierced the field with 15 majestic boundaries. From elegant drives to unorthodox reverse sweeps, his shot selection was nothing short of sensational.
Here are the glimpses:
The supporting cast shines to power South Africa to a mammoth total
But the fireworks didn’t stop with De Kock. Aiden Markram and Heinrich Klaasen also made significant contributions to the Proteas’ cause. Together, they built partnerships and kept the pressure on the Bangladesh side. Markram’s gritty performance and Klaasen’s aggression added depth to the South African innings. Their brilliant efforts propelled the Proteas to a formidable total of 382-5 in their allotted 50 overs. David Miller also chipped in with a quickfire 34 runs to round off a dominant batting display.
