Overview
- Australia were bowled out in 17.4 overs for 165, falling 53 runs short of South Africa’s total.
- Kwena Maphaka took three wickets and Lungi Ngidi claimed the final scalp to secure the Proteas’ victory.
- Tim David’s quickfire 50 off 24 balls was Australia’s only substantial contribution in the chase.
- Alex Carey joined Australia in place of the ill Josh Inglis and scored 26 before his dismissal.
- The series is now tied 1-1 ahead of Saturday’s decisive third T20I in Cairns.