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In a cricketing spectacle at the iconic New Wanderers Stadium, the Indian cricket team displayed absolute dominance in the first ODI against South Africa. The con🅠test saw a brilliant showcase of skills from both bat and ball, with Shreyas Iyer and Sai Sudharsan emerging as the stars for India in batting department.
Bowlers’ masterclass: South Africa’s demise
The day started with the toss going in India’s favor, and they elected to field first. The decision proved to be a masterstroke as the Indian bowling attack wreaked havoc on the Proteas’ batting lineup. The Wanderers Stadium witnessed a monumental collapse as South Africa crumbled for a paltry 116 runs.
Notable contributions from Tony de Zorzi and Andile Phehlukwayo briefly ignited hopes, but Arshdeep Singh emerged as the wrecker-in-chief, claiming an impressive 5-wicket haul. Avesh Khan and Kuldeep Yadav lent valuable support, ensuring that South Africa’s innings never gained momentum.
India’s response: Sai Sudharsan and Shreyas Iyer’s brilliance
Chasing a modest target of 117, India showcased their dominance with the bat. Debutant Sai Sudharsan played a pivotal role in laying the foundation for the chase. His composed innings of unbeaten 55 runs set the stage for the more aggressive Shreyas Iyer, who played a blistering knock of 52 runs off 45 balls, guiding India to victory in just 16.4 overs. The Indian team reached 117/2, securing a comprehensive eight-wicket win.
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South Africa’s Bowlers Battle, but target proves insufficient
Wiaan Mulder emerged as the standout bowler for South Africa, claiming a crucial wicket. However, the target of 117 proved to be insufficient to challenge the formidable Indian batting lineup. Despite spirited efforts from Nandre Burger and Phehlukw♕ayo, the Indian batters we🌜re relentless in their pursuit of victory.
Arshdeep Singh clinches Player of the Match
Arshdeep’s exceptional performance with the ball earned him the well-deserved Player of the Match award. His five-wicket haul not only dismantled the South African batting order but also set the tone for India’s commanding victory.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
Huge victory this by team India. The bowling was exceptional. Sai Sudarshan made the most of his debut. 𝔉Looked so comfortable at this level.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan)
How good Sai Sudarshan looks at the crease…not fussed…not rushed.꧒ ﷽Good start to what should be a very promising career. 👏 👏
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash)
Stepping onto the international stage is an unparalleled feeling. You deserve every bit of it, .
Cherish every ball, every run, and make it a memo💯rable one! 🌟🏏🇮🇳— DK (@DineshKarthik)
Another solid victory in Johannesburg! 🇮🇳👊
Now onto Gqeberha to seal the series. 💪
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL)
Sunday special 💙 takes the lead 💪 |
— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans)
Congratulations team India and captain KL Rahul
KL Rahul becomes the first In🃏dian captain to win the Pink ODI match in S💖outh Africa.
10th consecutive victory for captain KL.
A memorable✱ debut for Sai Sudarsha♚n and excellent bowling by Arshdeep Singh and Avesh Khan.
— Satya Prakash (@Satya_Prakash08)
INDIA DEFEAT SOUTH AFRICA IN PINK ODI WITH 200 BALLS TO SPARE…!!!
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra)
Sai Sudharsan – 55*(43).
Shreyas Iyer – 52(45).Team India beat South Africa in first ODI match and taken 1-0 lead in this series – What a Dominating victory by India..!!! 🇮🇳
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh)
1-0, a win with complete dominance for team India under KL Rahul's captaincy. Team India has won the last 10 consecutive matches under his captaincy & he has become the first Indian captain to win a pink ODI match in South Africa.
— Juman Sarma (@cool_rahulfan)
FIFTY FOR SHREYAS IYER…!!!
– Iyer has 18 fifties & 5 hundreds from just 54 innings in ODIs, What a player. 🫡
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns)
India w💦on their 1st ODI match against South Afඣrica by 8 wickets.
– Team India 🇮🇳…..!!!!!!!
— Jay. (@Jay_Cricket18)
Well played, guys 👏👏🔥
Congratulations to Debutant Sai Sudharsꦆan and 🧜Shreyas Iyer on their impressive half-centuries which took India to a comfortable win against South Africa. 🇮🇳💙🫡
— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01)
Ind🦋ia dominates the Pink ODI, sealing victory against South Africa with a whopping 200 balls to spare!
An emphatic performance by the team.
— NARAYAN (@CricNarayan)
Sudharsan shines in his India debut,ꦅ scoring a fifty in𝔍 South Africa. Way to go! 🇮🇳
— simeon.zk (@AvaSwanson97917)
