Swing bowler Vernon Philander has sent a strong message to the South African One-Day International selectors about his prowess in the 50-over game with a superb performance as the Proteas defeated Pakistan by four wickets in the final match of the series in Centurion. Philander bowled with excellent control to record figures of three for 26 in his 10 overs and help to restrict Pakistan to 179 all out after the visitors were sent into bat having lost the toss. Philander who won man of the match says he is happy to be back into the ODI fold after being only preferred in test matches....

South Africa never looked troubled in their chase, reaching 181 for six with 68 balls to spare, captain AB de Villiers steering them home with a composed 48 not out....

Meanwhile Pakistan clearly spoiled the applecart by sealing victory in the ODI Series in the first two matches and fittingly Saeed Ajmal was credited with a man of the series award. Ajmal paid credit to his Captain and team mates...Journalist: Jefferson Lupuwana (SABC Sport)