Jacques Kallis survived two chances to score his 61st one-day international half-century and steer South Africa to a seven-wicket win over Ireland in their World Cup Super Eight match at Providence Stadium in Guyana.

IRELAND’S cricketers fought bravely but they were soundly beaten by South Africa in their World Cup Super Eight match at Providence Stadium, Guyana yesterday.

Andrew Hall grabbed two wickets to continue his fine all round form as South Africa appeared to take control of their World Cup warm-up game against Ireland in Trinidad.

GRAHAM THORPE maintained his prolific level of performance since making a return to the international stage by delivering a crucial century to keep England on course for a ninth successive victory in the fluctuating second Test against South Africa.