Matthew Breetzke edges Imam-ul-Haq’s world record during 1st South Africa vs Australia ODI

South African batter Matthew Breetzke scored 112 off 106 balls against Australia on September 24, 2026, at Kingsmead in Durban. The innings elevated his career total to 822 runs in 14 innings, breaking the previous world record of 759 runs set by Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq for the most runs after 14 ODI innings.

Breetzke shared a crucial 107-run sixth-wicket partnership with Marco Jansen, who contributed 75 off 59 balls, helping South Africa post 297/8. Nathan Ellis led Australia's bowling attack with figures of 3/57, while Adam Zampa claimed two wickets.