Bangladesh upset South Africa in World Cup

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Bangladesh have pulled off the first big upset of the World Cup.

They beat South Africa by 21 runs at The Oval last night to get their campaign off to a winning start.

Bangladesh were able to defend 330-6, their highest ever One Day International (ODI) total to hand the Proteas their second loss in as many matches.

South Africa's next match is against India on Wednesday while Bangladesh prepare to face New Zealand on the same day. 

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