South Africa achieved a historic victory by chasing down a target of 359 runs against India in Naya Raipur. This remarkable win marks the joint-highest successful run chase in One Day Internationals (ODIs) in India, with South Africa winning by four wickets and four balls to spare.
Record Chase Highlights
Aiden Markram played a pivotal role, scoring 110 runs. He received excellent support from Matthew Breetzke and Dewald Brevis, both of whom contributed half-centuries. This victory also levels the three-match ODI series at 1-1.
India’s Innings
India set a challenging score of 358-6, thanks to stellar performances from Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad. Kohli scored 102 runs, marking his 53rd ODI century and further extending his lead as the top century-maker in the format. Gaikwad added 105 runs, achieving his first ODI century. KL Rahul also bolstered the innings with an unbeaten 66 runs.
- Virat Kohli: 102 runs off 88 balls
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: 105 runs off 91 balls
- KL Rahul: 66 runs off 70 balls
South Africa’s Chase
After losing Quinton de Kock for just eight runs, South Africa bounced back effectively. Markram formed crucial partnerships with captain Temba Bavuma and Breetzke:
- Markram & Bavuma: 101 runs
- Markram & Breetzke: 70 runs
Markram’s dismissal in the 30th over brought Brevis to the crease. The 22-year-old quickly scored 54 runs from just 34 balls. Despite losing wickets in quick succession later, Corbin Bosch stepped up, scoring an unbeaten 29 runs off 15 balls, including the decisive boundary that secured victory.
Looking Ahead
The third ODI is set to take place in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, following which a five-match T20 series will commence. This thrilling match has re-energized the competition between South Africa and India, promising exciting cricket ahead.
