In the famous 2006 Johannesburg ODI, Australia scored 434 runs yet still lost. Which team chased them down to win?

Answer Explanation

South Africa chased 435 to beat Australia by 1 wicket with 1 ball remaining on 12 March 2006 in Johannesburg. South Africa scored 438/9 in reply to Australia's 434/4, both all-time ODI records on the day.

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