In an exciting encounter at SuperSport Park, Centurion, India secured an 11-run victory over South Africa, taking an unassailable 2-1 lead within the four-match collection. The match showcased a shocking efficiency from Tilak Varma, who scored his maiden T20I century, propelling India to a formidable complete of 219 runs for six wickets.

Tilak Varma’s stellar efficiency

Tilak Varma’s explosive knock of 107 not out off 57 balls was the spotlight of the match. He dominated the South African bowlers, hitting 7 sixes and eight fours, and shaped a vital partnership with Abhishek Sharma, who contributed a brisk 50 runs off 25 balls. Their partnership of 107 runs for the second wicket laid a strong basis after India misplaced opener Sanju Samson for a duck within the first over, bowled by Marco Jansen. Varma’s innings was characterised by aggressive stroke play, significantly within the remaining overs, the place he scored 52 runs off simply 22 balls. His efficiency helped India obtain their second-highest rating towards South Africa in T20Is.

South Africa’s response

In reply, South Africa fought valiantly however fell brief, ending at 208 for 7. Marco Jansen supplied a late surge with a blistering 54 runs off simply 17 balls, together with 5 massive sixes that saved South Africa in competition till the ultimate overs. Heinrich Klaasen additionally chipped in with a quick-fire 41 off 22 balls. Regardless of their efforts, South Africa couldn’t safe the win, largely attributable to India’s disciplined bowling within the essential moments of the match. Arshdeep Singh was instrumental for India, taking three wickets for 37 runs and efficiently defending the whole within the remaining overs.

Match Highlights

• India 219-6 in 20 overs (Tilak Varma 107 not out, Abhishek Sharma 50; Keshav Maharaj 2/36) beat South Africa 208-7 in 20 overs (Marco Jansen 54, Heinrich Klaasen 41; Arshdeep Singh 3/37) by 11 runs
• Participant of the Match: Tilak Varma

India beat South Africa by 11 runs to take a 2-1 lead within the four-match T20I collection

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This victory not solely gave India a big lead within the collection but in addition boosts their confidence as they head into the fourth and remaining T20I scheduled for November 15, 2024, at Wanderers Stadium.