England sets world one-day record with 342-run victory against Proteas

Joe Root and Jacob Bethell led England to a historic victory against South Africa at Southampton, breaking the world record for the largest margin in a one-day international match. Root and Bethell both scored centuries, while fast bowler Jofra Archer’s impressive performance with a 4-18 haul helped England dominate the Proteas throughout the match. The third and final one-day international in Southampton saw South Africa struggling right from the start as England’s strong batting line-up capitalized on the conditions. The Proteas’ decision to field first backfired as England posted a mammoth total of 400 runs in their innings, with Root and Bethell showcasing exceptional batting talent. Archer then took charge with the ball, dismantling South Africa’s batting lineup to secure a comfortable victory for England.