South Africa Defeated The World Champions Australia | Ntini & Kirsten One Of Their Finest Show

Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @cricketmax87   On February 2000 at Kingsmead, Durban, South Africa bounced back from the turmoil of the Hansie Cronje scandal to defeat Australia by 4 wickets in the opening ODI of the Challenge Series. 🇿🇦🔥 Chasing 241, South Africa showed grit and determination. Gary Kirsten anchored the innings with a brilliant 97, supported by Jacques Kallis (part of a 129-run stand) and Jonty Rhodes, who sealed the victory with a stylish boundary. Earlier, Makhaya Ntini produced one of his finest spells, taking 4 wickets (including Steve Waugh for 2) with outstanding support from Mark Boucher behind the stumps. Damien Martyn top-scored for Australia, while contributions from Damien Fleming and Brett Lee lifted them to 240 all out. The win was not just about runs and wickets—it symbolized South Africa’s resilience during a period of crisis, lifting the spirits of a nation and giving Shaun Pollock his first major victory as captain. 📌 Match Facts: 🏟 Venue: Kingsmead, Durban 🗓 Date: February 2000 🏆 Result: South Africa won by 4 wickets (12 balls to spare) 🌟 Man of the Match: Gary Kirsten (97 runs) 👉 Relive this emotional and historic win as Kirsten and Ntini led South Africa to victory over Australia! #cricketmax #ausvssa #highlights #thriller