(Web Desk) - In a nail-biting finish at Cazaly’s Stadium, Australia defeated South Africa by two wickets in the third T20I , sealing the series 2-1.
Chasing South Africa’s 172/7, Australia’s hopes teetered on the edge until Glenn Maxwell’s heroics stole the show.
The Proteas, powered by Tristan Stubbs and Rassie van der Dussen, set a competitive total on a tricky pitch where balls misbehaved, testing the Aussies’ resolve.
With the series tied at 1-1, Australia, opting to bowl after Mitchell Marsh won the toss, saw Josh Inglis and Nathan Ellis return to bolster the lineup.
South Africa’s spinners, led by Senuran Muthusamy, kept the pressure on, but Maxwell’s audacious 50 off 30 balls, capped by a reverse-swept boundary off Lungi Ngidi in the final over, ignited the crowd.
Despite Corbin Bosch’s late double blow, Australia’s depth prevailed.
This victory boosts Australia's confidence ahead of the 2026 tournament. South Africa showed fight but fell short in the decider.