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1st Test: Williams’ lone-charge in vain as Proteas lead by 216 at stumps on Day 2

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1st Test: Williams’ Lone-charge In Vain As Proteas Lead By 216 At Stumps On Day 2

By IANS News June 30, 2025 • 10:22 AM View: 561

Sean Williams heavily impressed on day 2 of the first Test between Zimbabwe and South Africa, at the Queen’s Cricket Ground, with a brilliant 136, scoring more than half of his team’s first innings total, as the Proteas further dominated and now lead by 216 runs at stumps.

South Africa declared their first innings at their overnight score of 418/9, powered by a brilliant

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