Mackay, Australia : Australia stormed back into ODI record books by posting a mammoth total of over 400 runs in a one-day international, ending a decade-long wait for such a landmark. The last time Australia crossed the 400-run mark was in 2015, and this innings rekindled memories of their aggressive batting dominance.
The historic score came on the back of power-packed batting performances from the top and middle order. Australia’s openers provided a blazing start, capitalizing on field restrictions, while the middle order sustained the momentum with explosive stroke play. Several batters struck rapid half-centuries and centuries, ensuring the scoring rate never dipped. The tail-enders also chipped in with valuable cameos, pushing the total past the coveted 400-run milestone..
Crossing 400 in ODIs has become a rare feat in modern cricket, with bowlers generally dominating in recent years due to evolving strategies and conditions. Australia’s achievement not only highlights their depth in batting but also signals intent ahead of upcoming international fixtures.
The score reignites conversations about Australia’s ability to challenge records in limited-overs cricket. It also sets the tone for the team as they prepare for upcoming ICC tournaments, where high-scoring encounters are expected to play a decisive role.
Cricket analysts hailed the effort, noting that Australia’s aggressive intent and fearless approach mirrored their golden era of batting might. Fans flooded social media platforms with celebratory posts, calling it a “return of Australian dominance” in white-ball cricket.
Australia absolutely dominated with the bat. Openers Travis Head and Mitchell Marsh put together a huge 250-run stand, fueling the mammoth total. Head smashed 142, Marsh hit a solid 100, and Cameron Green added a blazing 118* to lift the scoreboard. Alex Carey’ steady 50* ensured they finished with authority.
Chasing 432 was always going to be tough, and South Africa stumbled early. By the sixth over, they were reeling at 60/4, losing their top Four : Markram, Rickelton, and Bavuma. And T Stubbs. Dewald Brevis and Tony De Zorzi is on Batting.
Current Match Standings (as of latest update)
Australia (1st innings): 431/2 in 50 overs :
- Travis Head: 142
- Mitchell Marsh: 100
- Cameron Green: 118* off 55 balls (second-fastest ODI century by an Australian)
- Alex Carey: Unbeaten 50
South Africa (2nd innings): 82/4 in 9.3 overs :
- Out early: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma, Tristan Stubbs
- Dewald Brevis :22* Tony De Zorzi :22*
