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SA vs IND 2nd T20I: Rinku’s composed innings in vain as SA beat IND in the rain-interrupted game
In a thrilling encounter on Tuesday, (December 12, 2023,) South Africa emerged victorious against India by beating them by (5) wickets (DLS) in the 2nd T20I at St George’s Oval. There were exemplary cricketing skills from both teams but South Africa had the upper hand. Asked to bat first, India set a competitive total, with their middle-order batsmen displaying an impressive garb of shots. Noteworthy performances came from skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Rinku Singh who led by example. Young talent Rinku Singh showcased resilience under pressure to help the side come out of pressure. With the help of Suryakumar Yadav (56) and Rinku Singh's (68*), India reached the total of 180/7 in (19.3) overs as rain had interrupted the proceedings. South Africa, in response, were set a revised target of (152) in (15) overs that they achieved in (13.5) overs with five wickets in hand. Reeza Hendriks started off well for the team with his impressive array of shots as he scored (49). Aiden Markram gave the team a positive hand with his 30-run knock to take the team over the line. With the help of this win, South Africa are leading the three-match series 1-0.
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Shubman Gill matches Virat Kohli's rare feat with ton against West Indies
Indian skipper Shubman Gill lit up the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Day 2 of the second Test against West Indies, notching up his 10th Test century. The stylish batter reached the three-figure mark in 177 deliveries, putting India in a commanding position.
The latest century marked a significant chapter in Gill’s blossoming career, as he now holds the record for the most ...
"I have told this to the boys": Gautam Gambhir reflects on India's home Test series defeat against New Zealand
Gautam Gambhir's ascension to the role of India’s head coach has been marked by immediate impact in the white-ball format, leading the side to title victories in both the ICC Champions Trophy and the recently concluded Asia Cup. However, Gautam Gambhir has faced a tumultuous period in the red-ball format, as it has been far less fruitful for hi...
Pakistan gear up to host South Africa in opening Test in Lahore
Pakistan are set to host South Africa in the first Test of a two-match series, with the opening encounter scheduled to begin on Sunday at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The side returns to the red-ball format for the first time since January, kicking off their campaign in the new ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle.
The last time thes...
South Africa’s Nonkululeko Mlaba receives demerit point for Code of Conduct breach against India
South Africa’s left-arm spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba has been sanctioned by the ICC for breaching code of conduct during the match against India at the Women's World Cup on Friday. The incident took place in the 17th over of India’s innings when Mlaba dismissed Indian batter Harleen Deol and followed up the wicket with a gesture, waving goodbye to the batter. ...
"We all know how talented he is": Indian batting coach lauds Sudharsan's gritty knock
Young Indian batter Sai Sudharsan delivered a defining innings on the opening day of the second Test against West Indies on Friday at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. Sudharsan rose to the occasion with a hard-fought 87-run knock off 165 balls, silencing his critics and reaffirming his place in India's Test lineup. He had entered the 2nd Test...
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