SA vs WI 1998 Champions Trophy Final 🏆

On November 1, 1998, South Africa triumphed over West Indies by four wickets in the Wills International Cup Final at Dhaka, lifting the trophy in a display of professionalism and adaptability.

🏏 Match Highlights:
✅ Stuart Williams’ blazing century (100 off 100 balls) with five sixes powered West Indies to 245 all out.

✅ Jacques Kallis dismantled the middle order, taking 5/30, while Jonty Rhodes was electric in the field.

✅ West Indies faltered after a strong start (69/1 in 15 overs) and struggled against South Africa’s disciplined bowling attack.

✅ Daryll Cullinan & Rindel provided a solid platform, but run-outs by Keith Arthurton put South Africa in trouble at 137/5.

✅ Hansie Cronje held firm, guiding South Africa home with a composed innings as they chased down the target.

✅ Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina presented the trophy to Cronje as South Africa claimed the title.

With this win, South Africa's clinical approach and depth in all-rounders proved too strong for the West Indies. Jacques Kallis was named Man of the Match for his match-winning five-wicket haul.

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