South Africa reclaimed the top spot in the world ODI
Nita Chandresh
Mar. 14, 2008

With the series victory, South Africa reclaimed the top spot in the world ODI rankings ahead of Australia.

Captain Graeme Smith hit an unbeaten half century as South Africa beat Bangladesh by seven wickets in the third and final ODI on Friday, to sweep the series 3-0. After bowling out Bangladesh for 143 in 42.5 overs, South Africa comfortably reached 147 for three in 34.2 overs, losing opener Herschelle Gibbs (10), Alviro Petersen (24) and AB de Villiers (40).

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