However, the Proteas couldn't really capitalise on the 151-run opening partnership between Wessels (85) and Hudson (79) as they eventually ended up posting 236-4 in 50 overs, which included 15 extra runs. England achieved the target with three wickets to spare, but not without some drama.

Alec Stewart took centre stage this time with a fine knock of 77. England somehow managed to see off Allan Donald, who bowled with gusto in favourable conditions. Rain interrupted play when England were 62-0. Upon resumption, England's target was reduced to 226 runs from 41 overs.