World T20: Watson leads Aussies to huge win over SA

Shane Watson continued his imperious form at the World Twenty20 by smashing 70 runs after taking two wickets to propel Australia to a crushing eight-wicket win over South Africa in their Super Eights match on Sunday. Watson hit two sixes and eight boundaries from 47 balls as Australia moved into a strong position to advance to the semifinals. South Africa made a modest 146-5 in its 20 overs after being sent in to bat by Australia captain George Bailey. Australia chased down the target with 14 deliveries to spare. [caption id=“attachment_474300” align=“alignleft” width=“380”]  AP[/caption] Australia stumbled early in its chase losing in-form opener David Warner, who was bowled by fast bowler Morne Morkel for 5 with the total on 10. But Mike Hussey joined Watson and the pair added 99 off 64 balls for the second wicket to take the match away from South Africa. Earlier, left-arm Australia spinner Xavier Doherty returned a career-best 3-20 to restrict South Africa to a modest score. Watson was again impressive with the ball, taking 2-29. Robin Pietersen, batting at No. 7, top-scored for South Africa with an unbeaten 32, while Farhaan Behardien hit 31 not out. AP