Summary
Phil Salt scored England's fastest T20 century, helping his team win against South Africa by 146 runs. Salt's 141 not out led England to a record T20 score of 304-2. The series between England and South Africa is now tied 1-1.
Key Facts
- Phil Salt scored 141 runs off 60 balls, setting a new record for England's fastest T20 century by reaching 100 runs in just 39 balls.
- England achieved their highest ever T20 total, scoring 304-2.
- Jos Buttler contributed significantly with 83 runs off 30 balls in a strong start with Salt.
- Jofra Archer took three wickets, finishing with figures of 3-25, to aid in South Africa's collapse.
- South Africa was bowled out for 158, with Aiden Markram as their top scorer with 41 runs.
- The series between England and South Africa is now tied and will be decided in the next match at Trent Bridge.
- Bjorn Fortuin was the most economical South African bowler but conceded 52 runs for two wickets.
