Underdogs Netherlands destroyed South Africa by 38 runs to win their first match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Dharamshala.

The Netherlands destroyed South Africa in a major upset of World Cup history.

The Netherlands overcame an early stutter to post 245-8 in the first innings of the rain-hit 43-over World Cup match against South Africa.

South Africa suffered a collapse of their own when they began their chase and Temba Bavuma’s side was eventually bundled out for 207 en route to its first defeat in their opening three matches.

Scott Edwards’ team remained dominant in the second innings, exerting pressure on the Proteas throughout their chase of the target.