Linde and Maharaj struck early to hurt Sri Lanka after the hosts chose to bat in the final ODI.

Maharaj bagged three as the South Africa spinners kept Sri Lanka in check.

Charith Asalanka made 47 but was bowled by Tabraiz Shamsi to leave Sri Lanka reeling at 166 for 8 in the 42nd over.

Chameera made 29 to lift Sri Lanka to 203 for 9.

Dushmantha Chameera struck early as South Africa were rocked in chase of 204.

South Africa slipped to 54 for 6 and were left gasping.

Maheesh Theekshana bagged three wickets on his debut.