In a gripping contest at Lord’s, South Africa held their nerve to defeat England by 5 runs, taking an unbeatable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The clash witnessed high-quality batting, late drama, and a tense finish that left fans on the edge of their seats.


South Africa Edge England by 5 Runs in Lord’s
 RSA beat ENG by 5 Runs in Lord’s


South Africa Innings: Middle Order Fires

Batting first, South Africa posted a formidable 330/8 in 50 overs.


Matthew Breetzke: Anchored the innings with a fluent 85.

Tristan Stubbs: Continued the momentum, scoring 58 runs with aggressive stroke play.

Other key contributions ensured South Africa went past 330 on a good batting surface.


England Innings: Brave Chase Falls Short

England responded with determination but fell just short at 325/9 in 50 overs.


Joe Root (61), Jos Buttler (61), Jacob Bethell (58): All scored crucial half-centuries, keeping the chase alive.

Jofra Archer: Threatened to turn the game in the death overs with a quickfire 27 off 14 balls, but South Africa managed to hold on.


Bowling Highlights


Nandre Burger: Starred with the ball for South Africa, taking 3/63, including vital middle-order wickets.

England’s bowlers had mixed fortunes, unable to contain South Africa’s acceleration in the final overs.


Key Moments


Breetzke’s composed 85 laid the foundation for South Africa’s total.

Stubbs’ quick 58 lifted the run rate at a crucial stage.

Root and Buttler’s partnership gave England real hope in the chase.

Archer’s late cameo (27 off 14) nearly pulled off a miracle for England.

South Africa held their nerve to win by just 5 runs.


Series Impact


South Africa lead the three-match series 2-0, ensuring a series victory.

England, despite their fight, will look to salvage pride in the final ODI.

The game underlined the depth in South Africa’s batting and the resilience of their bowling attack under pressure.


Player of the Match

Matthew Breetzke (South Africa) – for his match-defining 85 at the top of the order.


FAQs

1. Who won the 2nd ODI between England and South Africa 2025?
South Africa won by 5 runs at Lord’s.

2. What was the final score?

South Africa: 330/8 (50 overs)

England: 325/9 (50 overs)

3. Who top-scored for each side?

South Africa: Matthew Breetzke (85)

England: Joe Root & Jos Buttler (61 each)

4. Who was the best bowler?
Nandre Burger (SA) with 3/63.

5. What is the series score now?
South Africa lead the series 2-0 with one match remaining.


Summary

South Africa edged England by 5 runs in a high-scoring thriller at Lord’s, thanks to Breetzke’s 85 and Burger’s 3/63. Despite half-centuries from Root, Buttler, and Bethell, and a late cameo from Archer, England fell short. South Africa clinched the ODI series 2-0 with one match to play.