Mon Feb 10 14:09:16 UTC 2025: ## South African Debutant Breetzke Shatters ODI Record with Century in Lahore Thriller

**Lahore, Pakistan** – Matthew Breetzke etched his name into cricket history on Sunday, smashing a record-breaking 150 runs on his One Day International (ODI) debut for South Africa against New Zealand in a thrilling tri-series match at the Gaddafi Stadium.

Breetzke’s stunning innings, achieved off just 148 balls, surpassed the previous record for most runs scored on ODI debut – a 47-year-old mark of 148 set by West Indies legend Desmond Haynes in 1978. The 26-year-old became only the fourth South African to score a century on debut, joining an elite group including Colin Ingram, Temba Bavuma, and Reeza Hendricks.

His performance places significant pressure on South African selectors, with the deadline for Champions Trophy squad changes looming on February 12th. Breetzke’s knock, which included a century reached in 128 balls, propelled South Africa to a challenging 304/6 in their 50 overs, despite losing captain Temba Bavuma early in the innings. He shared a crucial 93-run partnership with Jason Smith (41), another player previously overlooked for the Champions Trophy.

Breetzke’s remarkable innings ultimately ended when he was caught at mid-off attempting to play a slower ball from Matt Henry. Despite his dismissal, his explosive debut has undoubtedly thrown the selection process into sharp focus. The match continues.

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