[Watch] Kagiso Rabada Knocks Over Matheesha Pathirana By Killer Pacer Delivery

South Africa celebrating a wicket [AP]

In a riveting showdown between South Africa and Sri Lanka at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, during the ongoing World Cup 2023, South Africa's dominance shone through as they posted a formidable 428 runs. This staggering total left Sri Lanka in a precarious position.

The defining moment came in the 45th over when South Africa's fiery pacer, Kagiso Rabada, delivered a devastating blow, dismissing Sri Lanka's Matheesha Pathirana for just 5 runs off 16 balls. Pathirana's wild swing met the pace of Rabada's delivery, resulting in the ball crashing into the top of the off-stump. It marked the end of Sri Lanka's innings, and South Africa secured a resounding 102-run victory, making a powerful statement in the ICC World Cup 2023.

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Although Sri Lanka had standout performances, with Kusal Mendis launching a flurry of sixes to score 76 runs before falling to Kagiso Rabada, and Charith Asalanka contributing 79 runs before Lungi Ngidi's intervention, their efforts couldn't alter the course of the match.

Sri Lanka's next challenge awaits them as they prepare to face Pakistan on October 10th at Rajiv Gandhi Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad.

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