England vs South Africa 2017: 1st ODI, 5 Talking Points

#2 Moeen Ali overcomes slow start with a final bash

Ali cleared the ropes five times, including thrice in an over from Tahir

Moeen Ali has often been criticised for getting stuck at the crease and that rung true for a large portion of his innings here at Leeds. Chris Morris and co. restricted Ali with short deliveries and tight lines. Ali took his time to settle down albeit in an unorthodox fashion before a flat-batted six off Parnell got him going.

Another four followed in the over after which he took on Imran Tahir. The leggie was plundered for three sixes in a 22 run over as the southpaw raced past his half-century off 34 balls – he has taken 20 balls for his first 12 runs. He ended the innings with a huge six off Chris Morris in the final over to take England to 339.