The International Masters League T20 2025 witnessed a high-octane clash as Australia Masters faced off against South Africa Masters in Match 11 at the BCA Stadium in Vadodara on Friday, March 7. The match turned into a one-sided affair, with Australia Masters delivering a dominant performance to register a massive 137-run victory.
Opting to bowl first, South Africa Masters’ captain Jacques Kallis hoped to make the most of the evening conditions. However, his decision backfired as Australia Masters, under the leadership of Shane Watson, put on a batting masterclass. Watson led from the front, smashing an unbeaten 122 off just 61 deliveries, anchoring his side to a formidable total of 260/1 in 20 overs.
Callum Ferguson complimented Shane Watson’s brilliance with a fluent 85 off 43 balls, ensuring Australia capitalized on every scoring opportunity. For South Africa, Alviro Petersen was the lone bowler to find success, picking up the only wicket of the innings.
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Despite the one-sided nature of the contest, the match produced a moment of brilliance that will be remembered for years. During the 19th over of Australia’s innings, Watson struck a ferocious straight drive off Tshabalala that seemed destined for a boundary.
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However, standing at long-off, 55-year-old Jonty Rhodes turned back the clock with a stunning display of agility. Sprinting to his right, he flung himself full-length to stop the ball inches from the rope—an effort that left the crowd in awe and reaffirmed his status as one of cricket’s greatest fielders.
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With this emphatic win, Australia Masters climbed to third in the league standings. While the result was decisive, it was Jonty Rhodes’ moment of magic that stole the spotlight, proving that class and commitment never fade with time.
