Another change in the attack -- Jimmy Neesham comes on. Brevis nudges one towards cover for a single. Neesham then drifts one down the leg side -- called wide. Markram punches towards cover but finds no run. Then comes the big hit! Markram launches a mighty six into the stands and follows it up with a single. Brevis joins the party, threading the gap beautifully as the ball races away for four. Brilliant from Brevis -- back-to-back boundaries!
17 runs come off the over. After five overs, South Africa are 45/2.
Ferguson continues. Markram drives for a quick single. Brevis is beaten by pace next ball and then works one towards mid-wicket. Another delivery slides down the leg side -- wide called. Brevis cuts hard for a single. He was slightly off balance, punching it square on the off side. Oh dear! The ball hits off the keeper's gloves and smashes into his face. He looks hurt -- that unexpected break in play might just disrupt South Africa's momentum.
Just three runs come off the over. At the end of the Powerplay, South Africa are 48/2.
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