Dewald Brevis, the South African cricket star, scored an unbelievable, undefeated 125 runs from 56 balls in the second T20I versus Australia at the Marrara Cricket Ground, setting a new record. Therefore, he became the youngest South African to score a T20I century.
Surprisingly, Brevis surpassed a 13-year-old record (24 years, 36 days) set by Richard Levis at 22 years and 105 days. In addition, he also set the highest individual T20I score by a South African by smashing the record of Faf du Plessis’ 119 against the West Indies in 2015.
Dewald walked into the match at no.4 when the Proteas were struggling at 57/3. Moreover, his 41-ball century was the second-fastest century by any South African, followed by David Miller’s 35-ball ton.
Moreover, his innings had 12 fours and 8 sixes. In addition, Dewald’s partnership of 126 runs with Tristan Stubbs helped South Africa reach the total of 218/7.
Dewald Brevis Tumble Multiple Records in Darwin
125* of Brevis is now the highest individual score in T20I against Australia, which means he has beaten Ruturaj Gaikwad’s 123 in 2023. In addition, it is also the highest T20I score on Australian soil by any player. Notably, Shane Watson’s 124* was the previous highest record in this category. Below are the details related to Brevis’ other milestones:
- Quickest T20I century against Australia — 41 balls (previous record: Martin Guptill’s 49 balls in 2018).
- First player to score a T20I hundred against Australia on Australian soil.
- Most runs in a T20I innings against five different bowlers — Brevis scored over 20 runs each against Maxwell, Hazlewood, Zampa, Abbott, and Dwarshius, a feat previously achieved only by Reeza Hendricks in 2024.
- First batter to score a century from No.4 or lower against Australia in T20Is.
South Africa vs. Australia: Current situation
Initially, the top order of South Africa crumbled in the early phase. However, the brilliant performance by Brevis brings the momentum back. Therefore, the Proteas posted a formidable total despite the late-inning slowdown.
So, South Africa is now aiming to level the series with the incredible bowling attack of Kwena Maphaka and Kagiso Rabada. On the other hand, Australia needs a strong performance after getting a high total from South Africa. Notably, the team is backing Tim David to repeat his heroic performance that he delivered in the opening match of this series.
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