Dewald Brevis Shatters Record with Explosive Fifty Against Australia
In an exciting display of talent, South Africa’s young batting star, Dewald Brevis, made headlines by breaking a record previously held by Virat Kohli during the third T20I match against Australia in Cairns. Just days after smashing a remarkable 41-ball century in the second T20I, Brevis continued his hot streak by scoring a quickfire 53 runs off just 26 balls.
The 22-year-old’s innings included one four and an impressive six sixes, helping him set a new record for the most sixes in T20Is against Australia on their home turf. Kohli previously had 12 sixes from ten innings, but Brevis now boasts 14 sixes in only three innings.
Brevis turned heads during his innings by hitting Aaron Hardie for four consecutive sixes, thrilling fans and contributing to South Africa’s total of 172 runs for seven wickets in their allotted 20 overs. However, Australia managed to chase down this target on the second to last ball of the match, with Glenn Maxwell leading the charge, scoring 62 runs off 36 balls.
Also contributing to the chase was Australian captain Mitchell Marsh with a quick 54 off 37 balls, helping Australia clinch the three-match series with a 2-1 victory.
In the earlier match, Brevis dazzled with a stunning 125 not out off 56 balls, which included 12 fours and eight sixes, propelling South Africa to a massive 218 for seven after batting first. This remarkable performance earned him the title of the second-fastest century for South Africa in T20Is, taking just 41 balls—right behind David Miller’s record of 35 balls.
In that same match, Australia was bowled out for 165 runs in 17.4 overs, thanks to strong bowling performances from Corbin Bosch and Kwena Maphaka, who each took three wickets. Brevis was named Player of the Match for his outstanding performance and finished the series as the top run scorer, amassing 180 runs over three innings at an impressive average of 90.
As the cricketing world watches closely, Dewald Brevis continues to make his mark, promising a bright future ahead.
