Cricket Highlights, Nov 10: India tour of South Africa (2nd T20) – India vs South Africa

IND vs SA (2nd T20) – Highlights

In this article, we will discuss the thrilling 2nd T20I match between IND and SA, part of India’s tour of South Africa, held in Gqeberha on November 10, 2024. South Africa emerged victorious, winning by 3 wickets with six balls to spare in a low-scoring yet closely fought contest. India set a target of 125, and although South Africa faced pressure throughout their chase, they held their nerve to reach 128/7 in 19 overs. Here, we’ll dive into the standout performances, key moments, and how South Africa managed to edge past India in this tight encounter.

India’s innings in the 2nd T20I against South Africa was a struggle from the start, as they managed to score only 124/6 in their 20 overs. Marco Jansen struck early, dismissing Sanju Samson for a duck in the first over. Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav couldn’t provide stability either, falling cheaply to Coetzee and Simelane, leaving India reeling at 15/3 in just the fourth over.

Tilak Varma (20 off 20) tried to stabilize the innings, but his dismissal by Aiden Markram after a 30-run stand with Axar Patel stalled the momentum. Axar Patel (27 off 21) played a lively innings with four boundaries, but his unfortunate run-out in the 12th over further dented India’s chances of a big score.

Hardik Pandya (39 off 45) was the only player to show resilience, hitting four boundaries and a six. Rinku Singh contributed a quick 9 but was dismissed in the 15th over. Arshdeep Singh chipped in with a useful 7 off 6 balls at the end. Extras were notable, adding 14 runs, including 8 wides.

South Africa’s bowlers maintained tight control throughout, with Jansen, Coetzee, Simelane, Markram, and Peter each taking wickets and ensuring India couldn’t break free. Despite Hardik’s efforts, IND ended at 124/6, leaving South Africa with a target of 125.

South Africa chased down India’s target of 125 runs in the 2nd T20I in Gqeberha, securing a close win by three wickets with six balls to spare. India started strong with the ball, with Arshdeep Singh dismissing Ryan Rickelton early for 13. Reeza Hendricks (24 off 21) provided a steady start but fell to Varun Chakravarthy, who delivered a stellar performance. Varun continued to trouble the South African batsmen, dismissing Aiden Markram (3), Marco Jansen (7), Heinrich Klaasen (2), and David Miller (0) in quick succession, ending with impressive figures of 5/17.

Tristan Stubbs, however, anchored the innings with a composed 47 off 41 balls, hitting seven boundaries to guide South Africa closer to the target. With wickets falling around him, Gerald Coetzee played a crucial cameo at the end, smashing 19 off just 9 balls, including two fours and a six, to secure the win.

Despite Varun’s brilliant bowling effort, SA reached 128/7 in 19 overs. Ravi Bishnoi provided good support with 1/21, while India’s bowlers fought hard but couldn’t prevent South Africa from clinching the series.

India vs South Africa Scoreboard

India– 124/6 (20)

South Africa– 128/7 (19/20)

Result – South Africa won by 3 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Tristan Stubbs

IND vs SA Playing XI

India

Sanju Samson (WK), Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Varun Chakravarthy

South Africa

Ryan Rickelton, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), David Miller, Andile Simelane, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Nqabayomzi Peter

Disclaimer: This Highlights is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.

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