From Daryl Mitchell to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most ODI runs in 2025. This list also includes Shai Hope, George Munsey and Matthew Breetzke

Meet top 5 batters with most ODI runs in 2025, check who tops the list

Matthew Breetzke scored a brilliant 88 and fast bowler Lungi Ngidi took five wickets as South Africa defeated Australia by 84 runs in the second one-day international in Mackay on Friday (August 22). With this win, the Proteas also secured the three-match series 2–0, making Sunday’s final game a dead rubber. South Africa had already dominated the first match, winning by 98 runs. This result means Australia have now lost their last five ODI series against the Proteas.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/dewald-brevis-and-the-art-of-no-look-sixes-birth-of-a-trademark-shot-1755866866299">Dewald Brevis and the art of no-look sixes. Birth of a trademark shot?</a>&nbsp;South Africa captain Aiden Markram elected to bat first. South Africa lost both openers early to Xavier Bartlett, who dismissed Markram for a duck and Ryan Rickelton for eight. But Breetzke played with confidence, hitting eight fours and two sixes on his way to 88. He first shared a 67-run partnership with Tony de Zorzi (38), and then added 89 runs with Tristan Stubbs. Stubbs played a fine knock of 74 before falling to Adam Zampa. South Africa were eventually bowled out for 277 in the final over. Zampa took 3/63, while Cameron Green impressed in the field with four catches.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-super-league-in-limbo-can-indian-football-turn-crisis-into-reform-1755862921176">Indian Super League in limbo: Can Indian football turn crisis into reform?</a>&nbsp;In reply, Australia’s batting struggled again. Travis Head fell for nine and Marnus Labuschagne managed just one. Captain Mitchell Marsh looked aggressive with 18 off 10 balls, but didn’t last long. The only real fight came from Josh Inglis, who scored 87 and added 67 runs with Cameron Green (35). But once Green was dismissed by spinner Senuran Muthusamy and Josh Inglis was caught behind off Ngidi, Australia’s innings quickly collapsed. They were all out for 193 in the 38th over of the innings. Ngidi finished with figures of 5/42 from 8.4 overs.

Australia vs South Africa 2nd ODI: Breetzke, Ngidi star as Proteas clinch ODI series

Matthew Breetzke scored a brilliant 88 and fast bowler Lungi Ngidi took five wickets as South Africa defeated Australia by 84 runs in the second one-day international in Mackay on Friday (August 22). With this win, the Proteas also secured the three-match series 2–0, making Sunday’s final game a dead rubber. South Africa had already dominated the first match, winning by 98 runs. This result means Australia have now lost their last five ODI series against the Proteas. Also Read: Dewald Brevis and the art of no-look sixes. Birth of a trademark shot? South Africa captain Aiden Markram elected to bat first. South Africa lost both openers early to Xavier Bartlett, who dismissed Markram for a duck and Ryan Rickelton for eight. But Breetzke played with confidence, hitting eight fours and two sixes on his way to 88. He first shared a 67-run partnership with Tony de Zorzi (38), and then added 89 runs with Tristan Stubbs. Stubbs played a fine knock of 74 before falling to Adam Zampa. South Africa were eventually bowled out for 277 in the final over. Zampa took 3/63, while Cameron Green impressed in the field with four catches. Also Read: Indian Super League in limbo: Can Indian football turn crisis into reform? In reply, Australia’s batting struggled again. Travis Head fell for nine and Marnus Labuschagne managed just one. Captain Mitchell Marsh looked aggressive with 18 off 10 balls, but didn’t last long. The only real fight came from Josh Inglis, who scored 87 and added 67 runs with Cameron Green (35). But once Green was dismissed by spinner Senuran Muthusamy and Josh Inglis was caught behind off Ngidi, Australia’s innings quickly collapsed. They were all out for 193 in the 38th over of the innings. Ngidi finished with figures of 5/42 from 8.4 overs.

Proteas thrashed Australia by 84 runs in the second one-day international game and lead the three-match series by 2-0. Ngidi was the pick of the bowlers for South Africa as he picked 5/42 from 8.4 overs

South African batter Matthew Paul Breetzke etched his name in record books during the second ODI against Australia at Great Barrier Reef Arena on Friday (Aug 22). Breetzke scored 88 runs off just 78 balls, smashing eight fours and two massive sixes and became part of an elite club. While he missed out on a ton, he has already made a name for himself on the international stage.&nbsp;<h2>Breetzke joins Navjot Singh Sidhu in elite list</h2>In scoring a fifty, Breetzke equalled Navjot Singh Sidhu's record of registering fifty-plus scores in each of his first four ODI innings. The 26-year-old has been in dream form ever since making his debut in Lahore earlier this year. He announced himself in some fashion with a record-breaking 150 against New Zealand, the highest score by any batter on ODI debut. He followed it up with 83 runs against Pakistan and then carried the momentum into the ongoing series against Australia, where he hit 57 in the first ODI before this stunning knock of 88.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ajinkya-rahane-bids-adieu-to-shockwaves-across-cricket-fans-1755765243752">Ajinkya Rahane bids adieu to...: Decision leaves cricket fans stunned</a>&nbsp;With this, Breetzke became the second player ever to record four consecutive fifty-plus scores in his first four ODIs. Sidhu had achieved a similar run during the 1987 World Cup, scoring 73 against Australia, 75 against New Zealand, 51 against Australia again and 55 against Zimbabwe. However, Sidhu did not bat in the third ODI (against Zimbabwe at Wankhede, 1987) of his career, while Breetzke has managed to score in all four of his innings.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/top-five-nations-with-most-100test-players-india-ranks-third-no1-will-surprise-you-1755772381951">Top five countries with most 100+ Test players: India ranks third, no.1 will surprise you</a>&nbsp;South Africa, who won the series opener by 98 runs, once again opted to bat first in Mackay. At the time of writing, South Africa were 264/9 in 46 overs with Keshav Maharaj (11) and Lungi Ngidi (0) in the middle.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bronco-test-in-cricket-everything-you-need-to-know-about-bcci-new-fitness-method-1755761446323">Bronco test in cricket: Everything you need to know about BCCI’s new fitness method</a><h2>Who is Matthew Breetzke?</h2>Matthew Breetzke is a rising South African cricketer, a right-handed and a sharp fielder who has shown his class across formats. He starred in youth cricket and the 2018 Under-19 World Cup and dominated domestic competitions like the CSA four-day series and the SA20. Having already represented South Africa in T20Is and earned Test squad selection, Breetzke is now making headlines in ODIs. Keshav Maharaj referred to him as a real character with a similar mindset to Virat Kohli.&nbsp;

South Africa’s Matthew Breetzke smashed his fourth consecutive ODI fifty, matching Navjot Singh Sidhu’s 38-year-old record. Breetzke is an emerging star in world cricket and was praised by Keshav Maharaj as a ‘real character’ with a Virat Kohli-like mindset.

South African batter Matthew Paul Breetzke etched his name in record books during the second ODI against Australia at Great Barrier Reef Arena on Friday (Aug 22). Breetzke scored 88 runs off just 78 balls, smashing eight fours and two massive sixes and became part of an elite club. While he missed out on a ton, he has already made a name for himself on the international stage. Breetzke joins Navjot Singh Sidhu in elite list In scoring a fifty, Breetzke equalled Navjot Singh Sidhu's record of registering fifty-plus scores in each of his first four ODI innings. The 26-year-old has been in dream form ever since making his debut in Lahore earlier this year. He announced himself in some fashion with a record-breaking 150 against New Zealand, the highest score by any batter on ODI debut. He followed it up with 83 runs against Pakistan and then carried the momentum into the ongoing series against Australia, where he hit 57 in the first ODI before this stunning knock of 88. Also read | Ajinkya Rahane bids adieu to...: Decision leaves cricket fans stunned With this, Breetzke became the second player ever to record four consecutive fifty-plus scores in his first four ODIs. Sidhu had achieved a similar run during the 1987 World Cup, scoring 73 against Australia, 75 against New Zealand, 51 against Australia again and 55 against Zimbabwe. However, Sidhu did not bat in the third ODI (against Zimbabwe at Wankhede, 1987) of his career, while Breetzke has managed to score in all four of his innings. Also read | Top five countries with most 100+ Test players: India ranks third, no.1 will surprise you South Africa, who won the series opener by 98 runs, once again opted to bat first in Mackay. At the time of writing, South Africa were 264/9 in 46 overs with Keshav Maharaj (11) and Lungi Ngidi (0) in the middle. Also read | Bronco test in cricket: Everything you need to know about BCCI’s new fitness method Who is Matthew Breetzke? Matthew Breetzke is a rising South African cricketer, a right-handed and a sharp fielder who has shown his class across formats. He starred in youth cricket and the 2018 Under-19 World Cup and dominated domestic competitions like the CSA four-day series and the SA20. Having already represented South Africa in T20Is and earned Test squad selection, Breetzke is now making headlines in ODIs. Keshav Maharaj referred to him as a real character with a similar mindset to Virat Kohli.

South Africa’s Matthew Breetzke smashed his fourth consecutive ODI fifty, matching Navjot Singh Sidhu’s 38-year-old record. Breetzke is an emerging star in world cricket and was praised by Keshav Maharaj as a ‘real character’ with a Virat Kohli-like mindset.

AUS vs SA, 2nd ODI: Australia's Matthew Breetzke equals Navjot Sidhu’s THIS record

With only days remaining to the Champions Trophy, Pakistan continues to face mounting criticism, with the ongoing Tri-series between Pakistan, South Africa, and New Zealand also under scrutiny.&nbsp;
The tournament, held in Karachi, has already seen a few controversial moments, including an incident involving New Zealand&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rachin-ravindra">Rachin Ravindra</a>, which left him injured badly. Another flashpoint occurred when Pakistan&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shaheen-afridi">Shaheen Afridi</a> and South Africa&rsquo;s Matthew Breetzke found themselves in a tense confrontation on the field.
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It's getting all heated out there! 🥵 Shaheen Afridi did not take kindly to Matthew Breetzke's reaction, leading to an altercation in the middle! 🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TriNationSeriesOnFanCode?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TriNationSeriesOnFanCode</a> <a href="https://t.co/J2SutoEZQs">pic.twitter.com/J2SutoEZQs</a>
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The altercation unfolded during the 29th over of the innings when South African batter Matthew Breetzke appeared to gesture as if to strike Afridi with his bat. The Pakistani pacer, visibly angered, confronted Breetzke, leading to a heated exchange between the two. While the situation initially seemed to calm down, tensions flared again later in the same over.
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As Shaheen delivered another ball, he positioned himself in Breetzke&rsquo;s path as the batter attempted a run. The two players collided, though Breetzke managed to maintain his balance and complete the run. Frustrated by the incident, the South African batter confronted Afridi once more, prompting intervention from other players and the on-field umpire to separate them before play resumed at the National Bank Stadium.
<h2>Breetzke shines on debut</h2>
Despite the heated on-field moment, Matthew Breetzke continued to impress with the bat. After South Africa elected to bat first, they suffered an early setback when Tony de Zorzi was dismissed by Shaheen Afridi. However, Breetzke and skipper Temba Bavuma built a solid 119-run partnership, with Bavuma scoring 82 off 96 balls and Breetzke smashing 83 off 84 before falling to Khushdil Shah. South Africa finished strongly, posting a formidable total of 352/5.
Breetzke&rsquo;s performance in the Tri-series has been remarkable, especially in his ODI debut, where he notched a stunning 150 against New Zealand. However, despite his heroics, South Africa fell short in that game, allowing New Zealand to secure a place in the Tri-series final.
With tensions running high both on and off the field, the drama in Karachi adds further intrigue to the tournament as the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/champions-trophy">Champions Trophy</a> looms closer.
(With inputs from agencies)

Cricket, Sports: Shaheen Afridi and Matthew Breetzke engaged in a heated conversation after a mid-pitch collision that left the Proteas batter angered during the Tri-Nation series.

With only days remaining to the Champions Trophy, Pakistan continues to face mounting criticism, with the ongoing Tri-series between Pakistan, South Africa, and New Zealand also under scrutiny. The tournament, held in Karachi, has already seen a few controversial moments, including an incident involving New Zealand’s Rachin Ravindra, which left him injured badly. Another flashpoint occurred when Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi and South Africa’s Matthew Breetzke found themselves in a tense confrontation on the field. Watch the video here: It's getting all heated out there! 🥵 Shaheen Afridi did not take kindly to Matthew Breetzke's reaction, leading to an altercation in the middle! 🔥#TriNationSeriesOnFanCode pic.twitter.com/J2SutoEZQs — FanCode (@FanCode) February 12, 2025 The altercation unfolded during the 29th over of the innings when South African batter Matthew Breetzke appeared to gesture as if to strike Afridi with his bat. The Pakistani pacer, visibly angered, confronted Breetzke, leading to a heated exchange between the two. While the situation initially seemed to calm down, tensions flared again later in the same over. Also Read: Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships 2025: India hammer Macau 5-0 to start campaign in style As Shaheen delivered another ball, he positioned himself in Breetzke’s path as the batter attempted a run. The two players collided, though Breetzke managed to maintain his balance and complete the run. Frustrated by the incident, the South African batter confronted Afridi once more, prompting intervention from other players and the on-field umpire to separate them before play resumed at the National Bank Stadium. Breetzke shines on debut Despite the heated on-field moment, Matthew Breetzke continued to impress with the bat. After South Africa elected to bat first, they suffered an early setback when Tony de Zorzi was dismissed by Shaheen Afridi. However, Breetzke and skipper Temba Bavuma built a solid 119-run partnership, with Bavuma scoring 82 off 96 balls and Breetzke smashing 83 off 84 before falling to Khushdil Shah. South Africa finished strongly, posting a formidable total of 352/5. Breetzke’s performance in the Tri-series has been remarkable, especially in his ODI debut, where he notched a stunning 150 against New Zealand. However, despite his heroics, South Africa fell short in that game, allowing New Zealand to secure a place in the Tri-series final. With tensions running high both on and off the field, the drama in Karachi adds further intrigue to the tournament as the Champions Trophy looms closer. (With inputs from agencies)

PAK vs SA ODI: Heated moment! Shaheen Afridi and Matthew Breetzke face off after collision–WATCH

Star cricketer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/kane-williamson">Kane Williamson</a> hit a brilliant century to take New Zealand into the tri-series final with a thumping six-wicket win on Monday, overshadowing South African opener Matthew Breetzke's record score on debut.
Breetzke scored 150 -- the highest score by any batter in his first one-day international -- to lift South Africa to 304-6 but Williamson's unbeaten 133 proved match winning at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/comeback-loading-shardul-thakur-confident-of-india-return-8708411">Comeback loading? Shardul Thakur confident of India return</a> The tri-series is a warm-up event before the eight-nation Champions Trophy starting February 19 in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates.
Pakistan, the third team in the tri-series, will play South Africa on Wednesday in Karachi to decide who meets New Zealand in the final at the same venue on Friday.&nbsp;Williamson hit his first ODI century in nearly five years on Monday and was ably supported by opener <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/devon-conway">Devon Conway</a> who missed his century by just three runs.
The pair added a solid 187 runs for the second wicket after Will Young was dismissed for 19, steadily setting New Zealand's second win in as many games in the tri-series.
"You need partnerships to chase targets and it was an outstanding knock from Conway and that partnership between him and Kane that led us to the win," said New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner.
Williamson was so assured of finishing the game that the loss of Daryl Mitchell (10) and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/tom-latham">Tom Latham</a> (nought) did not deter him as he hit the winning boundary to seal the win in 48.4 overs.
Meanwhile a new record for the highest ODI score on debut was clinched by Breetzke, who smacked 11 fours and five sixes, topping the 148 scored by Desmond Haynes for West Indies against Australia in Antigua in 1978.
South Africa's skipper Temba Bavuma said the record was among "some positives" in the match.
Breetzke hit New Zealand pacer Will O'Rourke for a boundary to reach three figures off 128 balls, becoming the fourth player from his country to hit a century on ODI debut.&nbsp;
South Africa were forced to give four debuts in this match as their top players were either active in a Twenty20 league back home or recovering from injuries.&nbsp;
New Zealand brought in Conway for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rachin-ravindra" rel="dofollow">Rachin Ravindra</a> who got injured in team's 78-run win over Pakistan in Lahore on Saturday.&nbsp;
<h2>Brief Scores:</h2>
South Africa: 304/6 in 50 overs (M. Breetzke 150, W. Mulder 64; M. Henry 2-59, W. O'Rourke 2-72)&nbsp;
New Zealand: 308/4 in 48.4 overs (K. Williamson 133 not out; D. Conway 97)
Result: New Zealand won by six wickets
Next match: Pakistan vs South Africa, February 12, Karachi&nbsp;
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Cricket, Sports: BBreetzke scored 150, the highest score by any batter on his ODI debut, to lift South Africa to 304/6 but Williamson's 133* proved match-winning at the Gaddafi Stadium.

Star cricketer Kane Williamson hit a brilliant century to take New Zealand into the tri-series final with a thumping six-wicket win on Monday, overshadowing South African opener Matthew Breetzke's record score on debut. Breetzke scored 150 -- the highest score by any batter in his first one-day international -- to lift South Africa to 304-6 but Williamson's unbeaten 133 proved match winning at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Also Read: Comeback loading? Shardul Thakur confident of India return The tri-series is a warm-up event before the eight-nation Champions Trophy starting February 19 in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. Pakistan, the third team in the tri-series, will play South Africa on Wednesday in Karachi to decide who meets New Zealand in the final at the same venue on Friday. Williamson hit his first ODI century in nearly five years on Monday and was ably supported by opener Devon Conway who missed his century by just three runs. The pair added a solid 187 runs for the second wicket after Will Young was dismissed for 19, steadily setting New Zealand's second win in as many games in the tri-series. "You need partnerships to chase targets and it was an outstanding knock from Conway and that partnership between him and Kane that led us to the win," said New Zealand skipper Mitchell Santner. Williamson was so assured of finishing the game that the loss of Daryl Mitchell (10) and Tom Latham (nought) did not deter him as he hit the winning boundary to seal the win in 48.4 overs. Meanwhile a new record for the highest ODI score on debut was clinched by Breetzke, who smacked 11 fours and five sixes, topping the 148 scored by Desmond Haynes for West Indies against Australia in Antigua in 1978. South Africa's skipper Temba Bavuma said the record was among "some positives" in the match. Breetzke hit New Zealand pacer Will O'Rourke for a boundary to reach three figures off 128 balls, becoming the fourth player from his country to hit a century on ODI debut. South Africa were forced to give four debuts in this match as their top players were either active in a Twenty20 league back home or recovering from injuries. New Zealand brought in Conway for Rachin Ravindra who got injured in team's 78-run win over Pakistan in Lahore on Saturday. Brief Scores: South Africa: 304/6 in 50 overs (M. Breetzke 150, W. Mulder 64; M. Henry 2-59, W. O'Rourke 2-72) New Zealand: 308/4 in 48.4 overs (K. Williamson 133 not out; D. Conway 97) Result: New Zealand won by six wickets Next match: Pakistan vs South Africa, February 12, Karachi Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Kane Williamson's century guides New Zealand into final despite Breetzke's record

South Africa opener Matthew Breetzke made history by becoming the first batter to score 150 runs on ODI debut in a tri-series match against New Zealand at the newly renovated Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The 26-year-old shattered a 47-year-old record previously held by West Indies&rsquo; Desmond Haynes, who had scored 148 on debut against Australia in 1978.
New Zealand captain <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/mitchell-santner">Mitchell Santner</a> won his second successive toss and elected to field against an understrength South African side missing seven of its Champions Trophy players, who are set to arrive in Karachi later this week. Breetzke, who is not part of South Africa&rsquo;s Champions Trophy squad, took full advantage of the opportunity and delivered a remarkable knock.
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He joined Colin Ingram, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/temba-bavuma">Temba Bavuma</a>, and Reeza Hendricks as the only South Africans to hit a century on ODI debut. Breetzke reached his half-century off 68 balls and continued his fluent stroke play, bringing up his hundred in 128 balls with a square cut off Will O&rsquo;Rourke. He then accelerated his scoring rate, surpassing Haynes&rsquo; record in just 20 additional balls. His 148-ball innings featured 11 fours and five sixes before he misread a slower delivery from Matt Henry and was caught at mid-off.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/no-bowler-becomes-a-bowler-says-ex-sri-lanka-skipper-atapattu-on-spin-track-strategy-by-pakistan-india-sri-lanka-vs-australia-8707304">Exclusive: 'No bowler becomes a bowler...,' says ex-Sri Lanka skipper Atapattu on spin-track strategy by sub-continent teams</a> South Africa, powered by Breetzke&rsquo;s brilliant 150, posted a competitive total of 304 for 6. His innings were well-supported by Jason Smith (41) and Wiaan Mulder (64 off 60 balls), who helped sustain the momentum. Breetzke and Smith shared a 93-run stand, while Mulder and Breetzke added another 131 runs in a solid middle-order effort.
<h2>Devon replaces injured Rachin</h2>
New Zealand&rsquo;s bowling attack had mixed results, with O&rsquo;Rourke (2-72) and Henry (2-59) picking up two wickets each. However, Ben Sears struggled, conceding 65 runs in his spell, including 20 runs in a single over against Breetzke.
New Zealand had to make a forced change as opening batter <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rachin-ravindra">Rachin Ravindra</a> was replaced by Devon Conway. Ravindra suffered a blow to the forehead while fielding during New Zealand's 78-run victory over Pakistan in the first match of the series. He misjudged a routine catch of Khushdil Shah at deep mid-wicket, resulting in an injury that led to his absence.
Breetzke&rsquo;s historic knock announced his arrival on the international stage in grand fashion, though he remains outside South Africa&rsquo;s Champions Trophy plans. His innings provided a strong foundation for South Africa in the ongoing tri-series, showcasing the country&rsquo;s promising depth in batting talent.
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Cricket, Sports: The 26-year-old shattered a 47-year-old record previously held by West Indies’ Desmond Haynes, who had scored 148 on debut against Australia in 1978

South Africa opener Matthew Breetzke made history by becoming the first batter to score 150 runs on ODI debut in a tri-series match against New Zealand at the newly renovated Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The 26-year-old shattered a 47-year-old record previously held by West Indies’ Desmond Haynes, who had scored 148 on debut against Australia in 1978. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won his second successive toss and elected to field against an understrength South African side missing seven of its Champions Trophy players, who are set to arrive in Karachi later this week. Breetzke, who is not part of South Africa’s Champions Trophy squad, took full advantage of the opportunity and delivered a remarkable knock. Watch the video here: Matthew Breetzke becomes the first player to score 1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ on ODI debut 👌#3Nations1Trophy | #NZvSA pic.twitter.com/Idsm60lVCC — Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) February 10, 2025 He joined Colin Ingram, Temba Bavuma, and Reeza Hendricks as the only South Africans to hit a century on ODI debut. Breetzke reached his half-century off 68 balls and continued his fluent stroke play, bringing up his hundred in 128 balls with a square cut off Will O’Rourke. He then accelerated his scoring rate, surpassing Haynes’ record in just 20 additional balls. His 148-ball innings featured 11 fours and five sixes before he misread a slower delivery from Matt Henry and was caught at mid-off. Also Read: Exclusive: 'No bowler becomes a bowler...,' says ex-Sri Lanka skipper Atapattu on spin-track strategy by sub-continent teams South Africa, powered by Breetzke’s brilliant 150, posted a competitive total of 304 for 6. His innings were well-supported by Jason Smith (41) and Wiaan Mulder (64 off 60 balls), who helped sustain the momentum. Breetzke and Smith shared a 93-run stand, while Mulder and Breetzke added another 131 runs in a solid middle-order effort. Devon replaces injured Rachin New Zealand’s bowling attack had mixed results, with O’Rourke (2-72) and Henry (2-59) picking up two wickets each. However, Ben Sears struggled, conceding 65 runs in his spell, including 20 runs in a single over against Breetzke. New Zealand had to make a forced change as opening batter Rachin Ravindra was replaced by Devon Conway. Ravindra suffered a blow to the forehead while fielding during New Zealand's 78-run victory over Pakistan in the first match of the series. He misjudged a routine catch of Khushdil Shah at deep mid-wicket, resulting in an injury that led to his absence. Breetzke’s historic knock announced his arrival on the international stage in grand fashion, though he remains outside South Africa’s Champions Trophy plans. His innings provided a strong foundation for South Africa in the ongoing tri-series, showcasing the country’s promising depth in batting talent. (With inputs from agencies)

New Zealand vs South Africa ODI: Matthew Breetzke scripts history, breaks 47-year-old record