In a thrilling third Twenty20 International at Dharamsala, India defeated South Africa to take a 2‑1 lead in the five-match series. Strong bowling performances restricted the Proteas to a modest total, and India chased it down comfortably with overs to spare.
🏏 South Africa’s Innings: Early Struggles
After winning the toss, South Africa batted first but struggled to build partnerships. Aiden Markram was the top performer, scoring a gritty fifty, but wickets fell at regular intervals, limiting the team to around 117 runs. The Indian bowlers kept the pressure on throughout, ensuring no big partnerships could form.
🏏 India’s Chase: Top-Order Anchors the Win
Shubman Gill scored 28 runs, holding the innings together while Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma accelerated the scoring. However, Suryakumar Yadav once again failed to capitalize on his start, continuing a tough run in the series. Despite this, India completed the chase in 15.5 overs, winning by 7 wickets.
📊 Key Highlights
- 🏃 Shubman Gill: Anchored the chase with a steady 28.
- 💥 Abhishek Sharma & Tilak Varma: Provided the momentum for the successful run chase.
- 🎯 Suryakumar Yadav: Failed to convert his start into a significant score once again.
- 🧤 Indian Bowling Unit: Consistently troubled South African batters, keeping their score under control.
🏆 Series Advantage
With this win, India leads 2‑1 in the series, putting pressure on South Africa to perform in the remaining matches. The victory highlighted India’s depth in bowling and ability to chase modest totals even when middle-order batters struggle.
🔍 What’s Next?
The fourth T20I will be crucial for South Africa to stay in contention. India, on the other hand, will look to consolidate their series lead and hope for form from key players like Suryakumar Yadav.
FAQs:
Who won the 3rd T20I between India and South Africa?
India won the 3rd T20I by 7 wickets, taking a 2‑1 lead in the five-match series.
How did Shubman Gill perform in the 3rd T20I?
Shubman Gill scored 28 runs, playing a steady role in India’s successful chase.
Why is Suryakumar Yadav’s performance being highlighted?
Suryakumar Yadav struggled again in the 3rd T20I, failing to convert his start into a significant score.
What’s the series score after the 3rd T20I?
India leads the five-match T20I series 2‑1 after winning the third game
