ICC World Cup 2023: Quinton de Kock notches second consecutive century

Quniton de Kock (Pic: AFP)

Star South African opener Quinton de Kock hit his second successive century at the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023 on Thursday in the group game against five-time champions Australia.

The 30-year-old reached his 19th ODI hundred off 90 balls with eight fours and five sixes having also made a century in South Africa's opening win over Sri Lanka.

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De Kock, who will retire from international cricket at the end of the tournament, was batting in familiar surroundings at the Ekana Stadium where he plays in the IPL for the Lucknow Super Giants.

Meanwhile, Australia, having made two changes with all-rounder Marcus Stoinis and Josh Inglis walking in as replacements, won the toss and elected to field first.

"We are going to have a bowl. Not too sure what's to make of this wicket. It seems like it's got a bit of moisture,¿ said Australian captain Pat Cummins after the toss. South Africa have brought in spinner Tabraiz Shamsi for this match.

Teams

Australia: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (w), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood.

South Africa: Quinton de Kock (w), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Tabraiz Shamsi.

More updates to follow...