Despite a poor start in the seventh match, Mark Taylor and Mark Waugh put on 123 for the Australian's third wicket and South Africa fell behind the run rate to lose the match. The final match came down to the final over.
Although the Australians got off to a slow start in their seventh game, Mark Taylor and Mark Waugh scored 123 runs for the third wicket, putting pressure on South Africa, which ultimately fell short due to its inability to keep up with the required pace. The decisive match came down to the final over.