Williamson has hit 7 tons in last 8 innings against South Africa
In a remarkable display of batting prowess, New Zealand’s Kane Williamson has once again proved his worth as a top-order batter, hitting a hundred against South Africa in the Champions Trophy 2025 semifinal at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday. This was the 34-year-old batter’s seventh hundred in the last eight innings against South Africa, a feat that has left cricket fans and experts alike in awe.
Williamson’s latest century, his 28th in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), was a testament to his incredible consistency and ability to perform under pressure. The right-handed batter’s unbeaten 114 off 125 balls, which included 12 fours and 2 sixes, helped New Zealand post a competitive total of 275/6 after being put into bat by South Africa.
But what makes Williamson’s achievement even more remarkable is his incredible record against South Africa in the last eight innings. His seven hundreds in this period are a testament to his ability to dominate one of the strongest bowling attacks in the world. This feat is all the more impressive given that South Africa has a rich cricketing tradition and has produced some of the greatest bowlers the game has seen.
Williamson’s seven hundreds against South Africa in the last eight innings have come at an incredible average of 73.29, with a highest score of 149*. His ability to score big hundreds against a team that has a strong bowling attack is a reflection of his incredible skill and temperament.
What’s even more remarkable is that Williamson has become the first player to score a hat-trick of hundreds against South Africa in ODI cricket. This is a feat that no other player has achieved, making Williamson’s achievement all the more special.
Williamson’s incredible record against South Africa is a reflection of his incredible work ethic and dedication to the game. The 34-year-old batter has always been known for his technical soundness and ability to play long innings, but his incredible record against South Africa is a testament to his ability to adapt and perform under pressure.
New Zealand coach Gary Stead was full of praise for Williamson’s incredible achievement. “Kane’s performance was outstanding,” Stead said. “He’s been in incredible form against South Africa and his ability to score big hundreds is a testament to his incredible skill and temperament. We’re lucky to have him in our team.”
South Africa coach Mark Boucher was also full of praise for Williamson’s achievement. “Kane’s a world-class batter and his ability to score big hundreds against us is a reflection of his incredible skill and experience,” Boucher said. “We knew he was a threat, but he’s taken it to another level altogether.”
Williamson’s incredible record against South Africa is a testament to his incredible skill and temperament. As New Zealand looks to win its first Champions Trophy title, Williamson’s incredible form will be crucial to their chances. With his incredible record against South Africa, Williamson is the player to beat in the tournament.
Source: https://stats.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/player/277906.html
