A Night to Remember in Darwin
Tuesday night’s second T20I between South Africa and Australia turned into a showcase of raw talent and composure. Dewald Brevis, just 22 years old, produced a masterclass with the bat, leading South Africa to a dominant win and etching his name in T20I history.
Brevis Steps Into the Spotlight
Seen for years as a rising star, this match felt like Brevis’s true arrival on the big stage. Walking in with the series on the line, he blasted an unbeaten 125 off just 56 balls — the highest individual T20I score ever by a South African.
Clean Striking and Perfect Pacing
Brevis’s knock was a perfect balance of controlled aggression. He struck 12 fours and 8 sixes, reaching his hundred in just 41 balls — the second-fastest for South Africa in T20Is, behind David Miller’s 35-ball record from 2017.
Milestones from the Magical Knock
Brevis’s innings ticked off several notable records:
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Highest T20I score by a South African – 125*
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Youngest South African to score a T20I hundred
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Second-fastest T20I century for South Africa (41 balls)
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Highest individual T20I score against Australia in Australia
Proteas Dominate with Bat and Ball
Powered by Brevis, South Africa posted 218/7 — their best-ever T20I total against Australia. The hosts, chasing a steep target, were bowled out for 165, giving the Proteas a 53-run win and levelling the series 1-1.
Praise from a Legend
Among the many impressed observers was AB de Villiers, who suggested that IPL franchises might already be regretting their decision not to sign Brevis this season. CSK is lucky to have him, and praise from a legend like AB holds great value.
More Than Just a Win
For South Africa, this wasn’t just about levelling the series. It was a statement about the depth of their talent and a sign that Brevis could become one of the defining players in world cricket over the coming years.
Eyes on the Decider
With the series tied, the stage is set for a thrilling finale in Darwin. And after his heroics, all eyes will once again be on Dewald Brevis — the young man who turned a cricket ground into his personal stage.
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