At the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Australia produced a record-breaking batting display, racking up 431 for 2. Their power-packed innings was driven by blistering tons from Head (142), Marsh (100), and Green’s whirlwind 118 off 55 balls*—the second-fastest ODI century by an Australian mintIndia TodayGeo Super.
Head and Marsh delivered a 250-run opening partnership—Australia’s highest vs. South Africa—before Green and Carey continued the assault Business RecorderNDTV Sports. Green’s knock included eight sixes and six fours, signaling full dominance The GuardianSAMAA TVGeo Super.
South Africa’s second-string bowling attack—resting key quicks—proved no match, and now face an uphill battle chasing 432, a target seldom chased successfully Business RecorderSAMAA TV
