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As the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 continues to enthral cricket enthusiasts worldwide, a heartwarming moment unfolded off the pitch when Sasha Hurly, the wife of South African batter Quinton de Kock, took to social media to express her admiration and support for her husband following his record-breaking century in the match against New Zealand.
Quinton de Kock’s record ton against New Zealand
Batting as an opener for South Africa in their clash versus New Zealand at𒆙 the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, the 30-year-old registered his fourth centur♌y of the tournament.
De Kock’s impressive innings of 114 runs off 116 balls included 10 fours and 3 maximums. The left-handed batter has previously notched centuries against Bangladesh (174), Australia (109) and Sri Lanka (100).
Furthermore, De Kock has now equaled Kumar Sangakkara‘s record for the most centuries by a wicket-keeper in a single edition of the World Cup. Additionally, the southpaw has surpassed Jacques Kallis to become thꦉe leading run-scorer for South Africa in a World Cup edition, accumulating 545 runs 💮in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
Sasha de Kock’s lovely Instagram story for her husband
In a touching post shared on Instagram, Sasha shared a lovely picture celebrating her husband’s stellar performance, which garnered widespread attention and acclaim within the cricketing community.
Sasha’s post, filled with love and pride, encapsulated the emotions and sentiments of fans who had been captivated by De Kock’s outstanding display of skill and determination on the field.
De Kock’s monumental century not only solidified his status as a formidable batter but also served as a source of inspiration and motivation for his teammates and fans. Sasha’s heartfelt story her husband underscored the unwavering support and encouragement that plays a pivotal role in the lives of athletes, highlighting the crucial role that families and loved ones play in their journey to sporting excellence.
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