IRE vs SA: Fans applaud Tristan Stubbs for his stunning maiden century in 2nd ODI

Of Second ODI between South Africa and Ireland in Abu Dhabi on Friday (October 4), Tristan Stubbs smashed his maiden century, propelling South Africa to a respectable total of 343/4 in 50 overs. Opting to bat first, South Africa started on a strong note before Stubbs took the Irish bowlers to the cleaners. Despite Ireland’s efforts to control the runs, his batting was the highlight of South Africa’s innings, which saw significant contributions from other batsmen.

Tristan Stubbs’ arrival in the dugout

Stubbs came to the crease with South Africa at 136/2 in the 24th over after that Rassie van der Dussen‘s dismissal. With a strong pitch set, Stubbs wasted no time settling down and started his innings with a good strike rotation. As he builds his relationship with Kyle VerreynneStubbs slowly shifted gears, hitting powerful boundaries and delivering towering sixes that disrupted Ireland’s bowling plans. His aim was clear from the outset: to manage the middle overs and accelerate as South Africa headed into the death overs.

A century of pure virginity

Stubbs reached his century in just 75 balls, a testament to his clean shot selection. His innings was laced with 8 boundaries and 3 sixes, showing his ability to combine finesse with raw power. His strong performance in the last 10 overs boosted South Africa’s tally significantly, as they amassed 97 runs this time. Stubbs’ innings was a good example of how to accelerate ODI knocks, starting cautiously before going full throttle in the latter half. He remained unbeaten on 112 off 81 deliveries, anchored the innings in the middle overs and finished with a flourish.

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The best batting exhibition in South Africa

South Africa’s innings was built on a series of steady partnerships, starting with the opening pair Ryan Rickelton again Trust them. Rickelton was the first to fall after making good contact at 40, while Bavuma had to retire injured at 35 after making good contact. Van der Dussen and Verreynne ensured that the goals did not drop, adding vital runs in the middle. Verreynne’s knock of 67 off 64 balls helped set the stage for Stubbs’ late knock. Wiaan Mulder he also chipped in with a quick-fire 43 off 34 balls, providing full support to Stubbs at the death. Together, South Africa’s top and middle order ensured that they crossed the 300-run mark with ease.

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The Irish bowlers, despite the early success, struggled to contain the onslaught from Stubbs and Mulder. Craig Young he was the pick of the bowlers, picking 1/79 from his 10 overs, and Gavin Hoey (1/49) and Curtis Camper (1/22) managed to take a wicket each. However, the Irish attack lacked consistency and failed to sustain the pressure, especially during the last 10 overs. Andy McBrine was very economical, conceding just 43 runs in his full quota of 10 overs when he got the crucial wicket of Verreynne. Mark Adair again Graham Hume they were taken to the cleaners, both conceding 79 runs apiece, and despite their efforts, South Africa’s batsmen remained a concern.

Here’s how fans reacted:

TRISTAN STUBBS 💯!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

INCREDIBLE knock from STUBBS to raise his girlfriend ODI Century!! Playing the best cricket of his life!! The boy’s talent is unmatched, he really has the world at his feet right atm!! I’ve definitely penciled in the CT25 now!#CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/AXkhX5LzGI

— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) October 4, 2024

Stubbs scores a century! 💯
What a gem! 👌

The Proteas are 318/3 in the 47th over🏏👏🇿🇦#Come with me #BePartofYou #SAvsIRE

– Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) October 4, 2024

Tristan Stubbs’ Maiden International Hundred and back to back Fifty plus scores in the Ireland series.

He is becoming the most trusted player in South Africa recently. pic.twitter.com/lISbq08vrM

— Don Cricket 🏏 (@doncricket_) October 4, 2024

First international century for Tristan Stubbs!!

The first of many to come I believe 🔥 pic.twitter.com/GDkDuIUHuO

– Werner (@Werries_) October 4, 2024

TRISTAN THREE HUNDREDS 👊

– First in international cricket, hundred from just 75 balls, What a batting, a must-do against Ireland in the 2nd ODI. pic.twitter.com/zzdollT8vd

— John. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 4, 2024

ODI century for Tristan Stubbs! What a knock out that was 🔥👏 the first of many more! #RevSA

— naemah (@NaeemahBenjamin) October 4, 2024

I won’t lie but stubbs reminds me of ABD or maybe I’m biased

– Taimoor Saleem. (@FracturedMalang) October 4, 2024

Hopefully the first of many. Well done, Tristan Stubbs. 👏👏👏

— Sam 🏏⚽️🏈 (@sammy5456) October 4, 2024

Starboy Tristan Stubbs scored his maiden ODI 100 in just 75 balls 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🤩🤩🤩🤩

— Ta Lamzo 🇨🇩 (@LamaTheCule) October 4, 2024

Tristan Stubbs girlfriend 🏏#cricket #RevSA #TristanStubbs #southafricacricket #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/satETLdmJE

– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 4, 2024

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