Jordan Hermann scores 150 on ODI debut as South Africa defeat Namibia by 99 runs
Jordan Hermann made 150 runs in his first One-Day International, matching the debut record, as South Africa beat Namibia by 99 runs in Windhoek.
Jordan Hermann recorded a 150-run knock from 126 deliveries in his One-Day International debut, drawing level with Matthew Breetzke’s 2025 record. His innings featured 17 fours and three sixes, and a 190-run second-wicket partnership with Tony de Zorzi. South Africa reached 348-6, while Namibia’s target was reduced to 262 after rain, and they managed 162-8. The win gave South Africa a 99-run margin and a 1-0 series advantage. Hermann’s brother Ruben was dismissed for eight, and Namibia’s top scorer was Malan Kruger with 34. Spinner Prenelan Subrayen took 4-29 for the hosts.
Why it matters
The performance sets a new benchmark for debutants and gives South Africa an early series lead.
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