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The second T20I between Australia and South Africa at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin witnessed a batting masterclass from young South African star Dewald Brevis. Chasing quick runs and playing with confidence, Brevis unleashed his full range of strokes to reach a stunning hundred — the second fastest in South Africa’s T20I history.
Facing Ben Dwarshuis, Brevis pulled a short delivery to the fine leg fence to bring up the milestone in style. The moment was marked by pure emotion as he removed his helmet, looked skyward, and soaked in the applause from the crowd and his teammates.
Here’s how Dewald Brevis built his innings
Brevis began his innings cautiously, taking his time to settle into the conditions before launching a fierce counterattack. Once set, the 21-year-old became unstoppable, punishing loose deliveries and finding the gaps with precision. He was given a lifeline after being dropped midway through his innings — a chance Australia would go on to regret as the youngster made them pay heavily.
At the other end, Tristan Stubbs played the perfect supporting role, walking up to congratulate Brevis when the landmark was achieved. The partnership placed South Africa in a commanding position heading into the final overs.
Fastest T20I centuries for South Africa
Brevis’ whirlwind hundred came off just 41 balls, placing him second on South Africa’s all-time fastest T20I century list. The only man ahead of him remains David Miller, who reached the mark in just 35 balls against Bangladesh in 2017. Quinton de Kock holds the third spot, having scored a 43-ball ton against the West Indies in 2023.
Fastest T20I centuries by a South African:
- 35 balls – David Miller vs Bangladesh (2017)
- 41 balls – Dewald Brevis vs Australia (2025)*
- 43 balls – Quinton de Kock vs West Indies (2023)
South Africa ended up posting 218/6 in 20 overs, marking a record of their highest innings total against the Aussies. Brevis remained undefeated at 125 from just 56 deliveries, with the help of 12 fours and 8 sixes.
Here’s how fans reacted:
The second-quickest T20I hundred from a South African player!
Dewald Brevis, take a bow 👏#AUSvSA pic.twitter.com/JOpk3tptGT
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) August 12, 2025
A fiery maiden T20I ton from Dewald Brevis 🔥#AUSvSA 📝: https://t.co/68DKASFPQA pic.twitter.com/sPsZqQ7R3o
— ICC (@ICC) August 12, 2025
There was such a golden opportunity for IPL teams to pick up Dewald Brevis at the auction! Missed out badly. CSK either got very lucky, or maybe the biggest master stroke ever👏 The boy can play @BrevisDewald
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) August 12, 2025
2nd fastest hundred for South Africa in T20Is 🏏🔥#Cricket #AUSvsSA #DewaldBrevis pic.twitter.com/t0pxQW0gZk
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) August 12, 2025
DEWALD BREVIS WITH A 41 BALL HUNDRED VS AUSTRALIA. 🤯
– The youngest ever South African to register a T20i hundred. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/CUlT0bu1Pi
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) August 12, 2025
FASTEST T20I HUNDRED FOR SOUTH AFRICA:
David Miller – 35 balls.
Dewald Brevis – 41* balls. pic.twitter.com/15bMp7JFQN
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) August 12, 2025
Dewald Brevis – The youngest South African to score hundred in T20Is 🔥🔥🔥
We’re coming for IPL 2026 pic.twitter.com/n8koe01Ckq
— ` (@WorshipDhoni) August 12, 2025
Maiden Hundred For Dewald Brevis 🔥🔥
Dewald Brevis Played an exceptional knock against Australia,lightning up the field with pure class and power… pic.twitter.com/f2oM8onsfy
— Vivek Keshwani (@i_amvivek_) August 12, 2025
DEWALD BREVIS is the best decision CSK has taken after giving us immense trauma💛 pic.twitter.com/OwPxWxqzVY
— V. (@_nottsosane) August 12, 2025
MAIDEN INTERNATIONAL HUNDRED FOR DEWALD BREVIS 💛
– Hundred from just 41 balls, One of the Craziest innings in T20I, against the bowling attack of Hazelwood & Zampa.#Cricket #Proteas 🇿🇦 #SAvAUS pic.twitter.com/k7r52GuCPO
— Audrin Van Schoor (@audas_vanschoor) August 12, 2025
DEWALD BREVIS WITH A 41 BALL HUNDRED VS AUSTRALIA#SAvsAUS#AUSvsSA pic.twitter.com/CNnB82BtBp
— prashant (@pr110009) August 12, 2025
https://twitter.com/mahixcavi7/status/1955216057028976967
Dewald Brevis became Youngest Southafrican Player to Score T20I Century 🔥#AUSvsSA pic.twitter.com/96MEKGjLSO
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) August 12, 2025
Remarkable turnaround from Dewald Brevis
Made his international debut vs. Australia 2 years ago and was dropped after 2 innings
Today becomes the 1st South African ever to score a T20I 100 v Australia#AUSvSA
— Mohit Shah (@mohit_shah17) August 12, 2025
Dewald Brevis! 🌟
What a star, what a phenomenal talent as he lights up Darwin with the second-fastest T20I hundred by a South African! 💥🏏
Delivered under immense pressure and in pure statement style. Take a bow, Dewald! 👏#WozaNawe pic.twitter.com/tf6aPwMpRt
— Proteas Men (@ProteasMenCSA) August 12, 2025
Won the SA20 being the young player of the tournament.
Breakout year in the IPL scoring 225 runs @ 38/180.
Test debut & maiden 50 vs Zimbabwe.
Maiden T20I century vs Australia.
2025 has been a year to remember for Dewald Brevis.❤️ pic.twitter.com/oR6ylYWsSw
— . (@ABDszn17) August 12, 2025
Dewald Brevis arrived and smashed a 25-ball fifty which became a 42-ball hundred!
He was intent on smashing literally every ball after he clocked past fifty. Incredible innings. 🙌 pic.twitter.com/JD1zlcpc5Q
— Omkar Mankame (@Oam_16) August 12, 2025
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