Twitter Reactions: De Kock's yet another farewell masterclass helps South Africa thrash Bangladesh by 149 runs

In a highly anticipated match at the 2023 ODI World Cup, South Africa faced off against Bangladesh at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

Winning the toss, South Africa chose to set the target, and their innings got off to a slow start. They faced an early setback with the departures of Reeza Hendricks and Rassie van der Dussen. However, the dynamic duo of Quinton de Kock and captain Aiden Markram stepped up to the challenge.

After Markram's exit, de Kock continued to shine, displaying remarkable form throughout the innings and scoring his third century in the tournament. Contributing to the cause, David Miller played a pivotal role in bolstering the South African innings. Heinrich Klaasen came very close to a century, but his efforts were crucial in setting a formidable total of 382/5 in their 50 overs.

Bangladesh, in response, faced a daunting task. The South African bowlers applied intense pressure, claiming the first five wickets within the first 15 overs. Bangladesh struggled to find their footing and failed to cope with the fierce pace and aggression of the South African attack.

Mahmudullah's brilliant effort goes in vain:

While Mahmudullah showed resilience with an outstanding century, amassing 111 runs, it proved insufficient to secure victory. In the end, South Africa emerged triumphant with a convincing 149-run margin, thanks in part to Gerald Coetzee's three-wicket haul. Marco Jansen, Lizaad Williams, and Kagiso Rabada all took two wickets each.

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These kinda matches are killing already dying ODI cricket #SAvBAN #CWC23

— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) October 24, 2023

How good a side southafrican cricket team has become in the recent past . remember they were struggling a year back but they look ruthless & a unit who’s playing together .. strong batting line up , variety in bowling & fielding has always been top notch . Although their biggest…

— Shreevats goswami (@shreevats1) October 24, 2023

South Africa is a beast while batting first. India are the best chasers in this tournament. Kolkata could witness the best game of the tournament if both teams decide to stick to their guns and choose accordingly.
5th November.
Eden Gardens. #CWC23

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) October 24, 2023

At age 30, is it too early for someone like Quinton de Kock to retire from ODIs and Tests, to just focus on playing T20 franchise cricket? #SAvsBAN #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/AGOlr1P5Zy

— Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) October 24, 2023

The test will come when we have to chase a big score .. https://t.co/SjNzJwFA46

— Herschelle Gibbs (@hershybru) October 24, 2023

Batting first South Africa is the most dangerous side… under light their bowling gets the wings… #SAvsBAN

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 24, 2023

And they’ll continue till the next World Cup 😂😂 https://t.co/lHYb1QvKb7

— Herschelle Gibbs (@hershybru) October 24, 2023

With all the pressure associated with professional sports. The Proteas have just batted Bangladesh out of this game with NO chance of getting back into it...#SAvBAN

— Alviro Petersen (@AlviroPetersen) October 24, 2023

Looks like the first 200 in this World Cup might come from Quinton de Kock! What a form he's showing. Already 3 centuries in this tournament. #WorldCup #SAvBAN

— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) October 24, 2023

QDK…and this South African team. Uff. Playing the most entertaining brand of cricket 👏 👏 #CWC23 #SAvBan

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) October 24, 2023

Three 100s in this #CWC23. Some protea fire this from QDK 🔥 #SAvBAN

— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) October 24, 2023

This is the first time since March last year that QDK has hit a 6 vs spin in the first 10 overs of an ODI. Brilliant 💯

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) October 24, 2023

De Kock creeping up to Kohli as leading run scorer of #WC2023
Brilliance #SAvBAN

— Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) October 24, 2023

No stopping @QuinnyDeKock69!🔥 His incredible form continues in the World Cup👏🏾👏🏾#CWC23 #SAvBAN

— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) October 24, 2023

These kinda matches are killing already dying ODI cricket #SAvBAN #CWC23

— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) October 24, 2023

How good a side southafrican cricket team has become in the recent past . remember they were struggling a year back but they look ruthless & a unit who’s playing together .. strong batting line up , variety in bowling & fielding has always been top notch . Although their biggest…

— Shreevats goswami (@shreevats1) October 24, 2023