South Africa defeat Netherlands after Makram's heroics, get closer to direct World Cup qualification

Johannesburg [South Africa], April 3 (ANI): South Africa solidified their claims for a direct qualification in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup to be held in India this year with a series win over the Netherlands after a 146-run victory in the second ODI in Johannesburg on Sunday.

Star batter Aiden Markram compiled a brilliant 175 from 126 deliveries with 17 fours and seven sixes as South Africa posted an imposing total of