Rating 5 Best Innings By South African Batters In Pink ODIs

Most Memorable Innings In Pink ODI (Source: Web and AFP)On Sunday, September 27, 2026, South Africa locked horns with Australia in the second SA vs AUS ODI of the ongoing three-match series, donning a vibrant pink jersey.Known as the Pink ODI, the tradition began in the 2013 series against Pakistan and has become a standout feature of South African cricket.In the 14th Annual Pink ODI match, thanks to the twin centuries by Temba Bavuma and David Miller, the Proteas won by 32 runs, sealing the 3-match series, 2-nil, with a game to spare.Notably, the career-best 142 off 93 balls with 12 fours and nine sixes marked an especially poignant moment for Miller. The 37-year-old had donned his mother, who is a breast cancer survivor, Jenny’s name on the back of his jersey to pay tribute.With his mother’s health journey weighing heavily on his mind, the knock at the Wanderers may rank as the most special of his career, Miller hinted after the knock.Along the same lines, below in this article, we have ranked the top batting knocks in the Pink ODIs.5) Quinton de Kock - 135 off 121A 20-year-old Quinton de Kock produced a commanding 135 off 121 balls against India in Johannesburg in 2013.The South African opener combined aggression with control, striking the Indian attack around the ground during a dominant innings. His century laid the foundation for a formidable South African total of 358 and set up a memorable 141-run win.4) AB de Villiers - 128 off 1084th on the list of most memorable innings on Pink Day is Mr. 360, who showcased his trademark stroke-making with a brilliant 128 off 108 balls against Pakistan in Centurion on March 17, 2013.Also read: List Of All 6 ODI Centuries Scored On September 27, 2026De Villiers paced his innings superbly, shifting through the gears as the innings progressed. His century, featuring 12 boundaries and 3 sixes, provided the backbone of South Africa’s imposing total of 343.3) Hashim Amla - 122 off 113Along with AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla also produced a classy 122 off 113 balls against Pakistan in the same Centurion ODI. The elegant opener anchored the innings with his trademark composure while consistently finding gaps in the field.His century, combined with de Villiers’ 128, powered South Africa to a massive total and helped them secure a commanding 34-run victory.2) David Miller - 142 off 93David Miller unleashed a breathtaking assault against Australia in Johannesburg in 2026, smashing a career-best 142 off just 93 balls.Known as “Killer Miller”, the left-hander tore into the Australian attack with explosive strokeplay. His spectacular century powered South Africa to a huge total and played a decisive role in their 32-run victory.1) AB de Villiers - 149 off 44AB de Villiers produced one of the most destructive ODI innings ever witnessed against West Indies in Johannesburg in 2015. He smashed 149 off just 44 balls, including 16 sixes and nine fours, reaching his century in only 31 deliveries.The former South African captain's extraordinary assault propelled his team to a mammoth 365-run total and established the record for the fastest ODI century.Also read: Mumbai Indians WPL 2027 Full List of Retentions, Released Players Ahead Of Auction