Glenn Maxwell powered Australia to an incredible win over South Africa in the third and final T20I on Saturday as the hosts clinched the series 2-1.
Dewald Brewis starred in the first inning of the match with an incredible half-century, where he also hit three back-to-back no-look sixes, as the Proteas posted 172 runs on board in 20 overs.
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While chasing the target, Australia lost their top order for just 88 runs as Mitchell Marsh was the only player to cross a half-century. The South African bowling looked disciplined and steady in the middle overs and at one point, it seemed that they would restrict Australia and clinch a historic series win.
However, Maxwell had different plans as he single-handedly navigated his side to glory and remained not out at 62 runs off 36 balls in the end.
After completing his 50, the experienced Australian batter pulled off a unique celebration, as he emulated late Liverpool star Diogo Jota's clapping celebration. It was done in a bid to pay tribute to the Portugal star, who, along with his younger brother, passed away last month in a tragic car accident in Spain.
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WATCH: Glenn Maxwell pays tribute to Diogo Jota after completing 50 against South Africa
Maxwell's tribute to Diogo Jota after scoring his fifty 🫡 #Respect pic.twitter.com/wWS2tg9Wln
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What next for the Australian cricket team?
Australia will now square off against South Africa in a three-match ODI series, starting on August 19.