India vs South Africa 1st ODI Highlights: India clinched a nail-biting 17-run victory over South Africa in the first ODI at Ranchi on Sunday. The match turned into a high-scoring thriller as Virat Kohli produced a historic performance with his record-breaking 52nd ODI century. Rohit Sharma and stand-in captain KL Rahul also chipped in with crucial half-centuries that helped India post a commanding total of 349/8 in their allotted 50 overs.
India vs South Africa 1st ODI Highlights: Kohli’s Record Ton Lifts India To Big Total
India made an explosive start with the bat. Kohli looked in majestic touch while smashing 11 boundaries and 7 towering sixes. His landmark century extended his status as the batter with the most ODI centuries in history. Rohit Sharma’s composed knock and KL Rahul’s smart innings ensured India built momentum through the middle overs and reached a challenging score on a tricky surface at the JSCA International Stadium Complex.
Early Strikes Put South Africa Under Pressure In India vs South Africa 1st ODI Highlights
Chasing 350, South Africa were pushed on the back foot immediately after Harshit Rana struck twice in one over. The Proteas slipped to 11/3, creating early panic in their camp. But Matthew Breetzke revived their chase with a fluent 72, while Marco Jansen added 70 in a counterattacking knock. Corbin Bosch kept the chase alive with a gritty 67, dragging India into a tense finish.
Kuldeep Yadav Turns Match With Crucial Spell
Kuldeep Yadav once again proved his worth as India’s strike weapon in the middle overs. He finished with four wickets, including the back-to-back dismissals of Jansen and Breetzke in the same over, which shifted the momentum firmly back in India’s favour. Harshit Rana, who made the early breakthrough, maintained discipline, and Arshdeep Singh showed admirable composure in the death overs to seal the win.
India Take 1-0 Lead With A Hard-Fought Victory
Despite South Africa’s spirited fightback, India managed to bowl out the visitors for 332. The thrilling win gives India a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The spotlight, however, remained on Virat Kohli, whose brilliant century reaffirmed his readiness and form ahead of the World Cup. His exceptional performance, combined with determined efforts from India’s bowling unit, paved the way for a memorable victory in Ranchi.
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