Despite a brisk opening stand of 129 between Michael Clarke and Haddin, Australia faltered in their chase of 318 in the 4th ODI
South Africa lead the series 3-1, the last match on April 17 has now been reduced to a dead rubber
South Africa 317/6
Gibbs 110
De Villiers 84
Australia 256
Haddin 78
Clarke 50
Ponting 53
This victory is significant for two reasons:
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South Africa retain their position as the world’s no. 1 one-day side.
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South Africa have become the first team to triumph in three successive bilateral ODI series against Australia a streak that dates back to their historic victory in the 438 match in Johannesburg three years ago. South Africa won the home series 3-2 in 2006 and the recent away series 4-1
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