New Delhi. In the match 37 of the ICC World Cup 2023, India was facing the South African team which has been in excellent form till now. After winning the toss, captain Rohit Sharma decided to bat first and the Indian batting line proved his decision right in its entirety. The Indian team batted brilliantly and set a lofty target of 326 runs for South Africa in the first innings. In response, South Africa, who came to bat, had a very poor start. Indian bowlers gave big shocks to South Africa in the beginning and after that their batting order completely collapsed. And finally the Indian team defeated South Africa by 243 runs. The entire African team was all out for just 83 runs.
In the ongoing cricket match between India and South Africa, the South African team is struggling at the score of just 40 runs after losing five wickets. This game, which has attracted the attention of cricket lovers all over the world, is witnessing an exciting battle between two cricket giants.
South Africa’s batting is destroyed
On November 5, 2023 at 07:29 PM, South Africa had already lost five important wickets, making their position even more challenging. The Indian team displayed excellent bowling and put pressure on the South African batsmen.
Jadeja took important wickets
Ravindra Jadeja, who performed brilliantly for the Indian team, played an important role in South Africa’s troubles. He was successful in dismissing South African batsman Heinrich Klaasen, who had scored only one run in 11 balls. Jadeja’s astute review played a crucial role in securing this vital wicket for the Indian team, further destabilizing the South African batting line-up.
South Africa in turmoil
After posting a strong score of 326 runs on the board, the Indian team continued its dominance by dismissing three of South Africa’s key batsmen in quick succession for just 35 runs on the scoreboard. Mohammed Shami proved to be a threat to the South African batsmen, took the wicket of Aiden Markram. Markram could score only nine runs in six balls and was caught out by wicketkeeper Lokesh Rahul. The pressure continued to mount on South Africa as they faced a tough challenge with their score at 37/3 after 12 overs.
South Africa suffered its first major blow…
Mohammed Siraj has given the first big blow to South Africa, sending the in-form big batsman Quinton de Kock to the pavilion.
Early wicket once again ?
Mohd. Siraj once again!Quinton de Kock departs for 5.
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Virat Kohli created history by equaling Sachin’s 49 ODI centuries
The moment that the audience was waiting for in today’s match has now been completed, Virat Kohli has equaled the record of great Indian batsman Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 49 centuries in ODI cricket.. After this century, Virat Kohli has He has thanked all the fans while his wife Anushka Sharma, while sharing a story on Instagram, has congratulated Virat Kohli on his 49th century. Let us now show you some statistics related to ODI cricket where the strength of the Indian batsmen is visible, in this you will see Virat Kohli shining like a diamond.
Which players have so far scored a century in ODI on their birthday?
140* – Tom Latham vs Netherlands, Hamilton, 2022 (30th Birthday)
134 – Sachin Tendulkar vs Australia, Sharjah, 1998 (25th birthday)
131* – Ross Taylor vs Pakistan, Pallekele, 2011 (27th birthday)
130 – Sanath Jayasuriya vs Bangladesh, Karachi, 2008 (39th birthday)
100* – Vinod Kambli vs England, Jaipur, 1993 (21st birthday)
101* – Mitchell Marsh vs Pakistan, Bengaluru, 2023 (32nd birthday)
100 – Virat Kohli vs South Africa, Kolkata, 2023 (35th Birthday)
Most ODI centuries
The top players in terms of most ODI centuries are as follows:
Sachin Tendulkar – 49 centuries
Virat Kohli – 49 centuries
Rohit Sharma – 31 centuries
Ricky Ponting – 30 centuries
Sanath Jayasuriya – 28 centuries
Hashim Amla – 27 centuries
Notable International Centuries
A look at the players who have scored the most centuries, across all formats of international cricket:
Sachin Tendulkar – 100 centuries
Virat Kohli – 79 centuries
Ricky Ponting – 71 centuries
Kumar Sangakkara – 63 centuries
Jacques Kallis – 62 centuries
Hashim Amla – 55 centuries
Mahela Jayawardene – 54 centuries
Brian Lara – 53 centuries
Virat Kohli has achieved another feat by crossing the 6000 ODI runs mark in India, making him the second Indian batsman after Sachin Tendulkar to reach this feat. Sachin tops the list for India with 6976 runs, while Virat Kohli has become the second Indian batsman after Sachin Tendulkar to score 3000 runs against South Africa.
Top ODI run scorer in India
Sachin Tendulkar – 6976 runs
Virat Kohli – 6000* runs
Rohit Sharma- 4550 runs
MS Dhoni – 4525 runs
Yuvraj Singh- 3507 runs
On his birthday, Virat Kohli gifted a brilliant inning to the cricket fans and completed his half-century in just 67 balls. He put Team India in a strong position by giving exemplary performance on a challenging pitch. He has made a tremendous partnership with Shreyas Iyer and after 30 overs, India’s score is 179/2.
Half century partnership of Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer
Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer have made a great partnership and both are playing with great composure. Kohli is close to his half-century and Shreyas is also looking in good form. India’s score after 26 overs is 151/2.
IND vs SA Live: Virat and Shreyas at the crease
After 18 overs, India has managed to score 118 runs by losing two wickets. At present, Shreyas Iyer has scored 10 runs in 26 balls, while Virat Kohli has scored 34 runs in 34 balls and is actively leading the batting. Their partnership has crossed 20 runs.
IND vs SA Live: India gets second blow
India suffered a huge blow in the 11th over when it lost its second wicket at the score of 93. Shubman Gill, who scored 23 runs in 24 balls, was clean bowled by Keshav Maharaj. Earlier, Rohit Sharma, who scored 40 runs in 24 balls, was dismissed by Kagiso Rabada. After 11 overs, India’s score is 94 runs at the loss of 2 wickets. Currently, Virat Kohli and Shreyas Iyer are present at the crease.
IND vs SA Live: Virat and Shubman at the crease
After nine overs, India has scored 82 runs after losing one wicket. Currently, Virat Kohli has scored nine runs in 10 balls, and Shubman Gill has displayed his excellent batting skills and contributed 23 runs in 20 balls.
India suffered its first big blow
The Indian team has got its first big blow in the form of captain Rohit Sharma, Rohit Sharma was caught by Kagiso Rabada while trying to drive, but even before that he had given a good start to India. Rohit Sharma scored 40 runs in just 24 balls
India’s blazing start
What a great start the Indian team has been given by the pair of captain Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill in this match, right from the beginning Rohit has wreaked havoc on the African bowling lineup.. Rohit Sharma is continuously attacking the bowling attack..
India won the toss
India won the toss and decided to bat first.. No changes have been made in the Indian team..
India’s playing-11
? Toss and Team Update ?#TeamIndia win the toss and elect to bat first in Kolkata ?
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Head-to-head in World Cup history: India vs South Africa
If we look at the history of the World Cup, we find a balanced rivalry between these two cricket giants. India and South Africa have faced each other in previous World Cup editions, with each team securing significant wins. Here’s a glimpse of their head-to-head encounters in the World Cup:
1992 World Cup: India and South Africa faced each other for the first time in World Cup history. India successfully defended the target and emerged victorious by scoring 212/7 and won the match by six runs.
1999 World Cup: South Africa avenged the 1992 defeat by defeating India by a huge margin of four wickets. This victory is etched in the memory of cricket fans.
2011 World Cup: India defeated South Africa in a thrilling match and won by three wickets. This match further increased the rivalry between the two teams.
2015 world cup: In a crucial group-stage match, India recorded a comfortable 130-run win over South Africa, making their intentions clear for the tournament.
2019 world cup: India once again showed their dominance in the World Cup when they faced South Africa and won by six wickets.