Aiden Markram against England (Source:@ESPNcricinfo/X.com)
South Africa recently won the ODI series against Australia at the home of the World Champions, and now have started off the England series with a bang as well. They knocked over England for just 131 after electing to bowl first, and Aiden Markram made sure that he wasted no time in taking South Africa close to the target.
Aiden Markram Oozes Class Against England At Headingley
The South African opener slammed his 14th ODI fifty in just 23 balls, which is the fastest for a Protea batter against England in ODIs. He has broken Chris Morris' who scored a 30-ball fifty against England at the Bull Ring in 2016. David Miller is third in the list with a 33-ball fifty in 2023 against England.
Also, Aiden Markram now has the fastest fifty for a South African as opener in ODI cricket. The previous record was held by Quinton de Kock, who has a 26-ball half-century to his name against Bangladesh.Also, Markram is now joint fifth in the list of fastest fifties by South Africa in ODIs. Thus, Markram has shown once again why he is rated so highly in world cricket.
The cricketer is not known for his consistency, but has matured a lot over the years and recently took South Africa over the line in the big WTC final. He is also the vice-captain of the side and is an important asset as they look to build towards the home World Cup of 2027.
Fastest Individual 50s for South Africa Against England in ODIs (by balls):
- 23 - Aiden Markram, Leeds, 2025*
- 30 - Chris Morris, Johannesburg, 2016
- 33 - David Miller, Bloemfontein, 2023
Overall, a stunning bowling effort and Aiden Markram's classy fifty have helped South Africa humiliate England in this first ODI, and they would like to continue this dominance.
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