A big one for Bangladesh - creates record, wins in a "plessis"ently surprising way

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In a stunning game, Bangladesh beat South Africa by 21 runs. They also made their highest one day total, 330-6, with Rahim scoring 78 and Shakib Al Hasan scoring 75.

A big one for Bangladesh - creates record, wins in a "plessis"ently surprising way

The pair added 142 runs for the third wicket and Mahmudullah scored 46 runs. Phehlukwayo and Tahir did well with bowling taking 2 wickets each and controlling as many runs as possible.

Unfortunately for South Africa, they lost many wickets in the field and scored 309 for 8 wickets at the end of 50 overs. Faf du Plessis scored 62 and Dussen scored 41. Rahman and Saifuddin made sure South Africa doesn't return with victory. They took 3 and 2 wickets respectively.

With this South Africa has lost 2 matches in the tournament and they are to face India on June 5. However, South Africa captain Faf du Plessis told "We're a proud sporting nation. The skills weren't here today but I can promise there will be fight against India on Wednesday."

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