South African rising star Matthew Breetzke has etched his name into cricket’s history books by setting a remarkable new world record in One Day Internationals (ODIs). The 25-year-old batter, who has played just five ODIs, has scored a half-century in each of his first five matches, making him the first cricketer in the 54-year history of ODI cricket to achieve this feat.
Before Breetzke, the milestone belonged to India’s Navjot Singh Sidhu, who managed four straight fifties after debuting in 1987. Breetzke has now surpassed that milestone, stunning cricket fans around the globe with his consistency and maturity at the crease.
Fifth Fifty Seals His Place in the Record Books
The record-breaking moment came on Thursday against England in the second ODI, where Breetzke played a brilliant knock of 85 runs, anchoring South Africa’s innings. This marked his fifth consecutive half-century since making his international debut earlier this year.
His ODI journey so far:
- 150 vs New Zealand (Debut match, February 2025)
- 83 vs Pakistan
- 57 vs Pakistan
- 88 vs England (1st ODI)
- 85 vs England (2nd ODI)
With this performance, Breetzke has already accumulated 463 runs in just five ODIs, a staggering achievement for a player at the start of his career.
South Africa Edge England in Thriller
Breetzke’s innings played a decisive role in South Africa edging out England in the second ODI. Batting first, the Proteas posted 330/8 in 50 overs, thanks to solid contributions throughout the lineup and Breetzke’s classy innings.
England came close in the chase with 325 runs but fell just five short, handing South Africa a vital victory. The victory also handed the Proteas an unassailable 2-1 lead in the three-match ODI series.
A Future Star in the Making
Cricket experts believe Matthew Breetzke’s sensational start could signal the rise of South Africa’s next batting superstar. His ability to adapt quickly, play under pressure, and consistently deliver big scores has drawn praise from fans and analysts alike.
If he maintains this form, Breetzke could soon find himself ranked among the best ODI batters in the world, providing South Africa with a dependable top-order presence for years to come.
