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"It Was Just Down To...": South Africa Captain Aiden Markram's Candid Confession On Loss vs India

South Africa captain Aiden Markram heaped praise on his team and backed them despite the loss against India in the third T20I of the four-match series at the SuperSport Park on Wednesday. Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket haul and Tilak Varma's unbeaten century helped India clinch an 11-run victory over South Africa. The right-hand batter said that the team will "see areas to improve" for the fourth and final encounter of the series which will be played at Johannesburg on Friday.

Suryakumar Yadav Reveals 'Sacrifice' For Tilak Varma That Worked Wonders For India Against South Africa

Following victory over South Africa in the third T20I match, India skipper Suryakumar Yadav said that the Men in Blue have played the brand of cricket that they wanted to play. India clinched an 11-run victory over South Africa in Centurion. With a thrilling victory in Centurion, the Men in Blue took a 2-1 lead in the four-match T20I series. The India skipper failed to shine in the game as he scored just one run from four balls in the first inning. His time on the crease came to an end after Andile Simelane removed him. Speaking at the post-match presentation, Suryakumar spoke about the youngsters in the squad and said that even if they miss out in a few innings, they back their intent and their game to make a comeback.

Sanju Samson Becomes First Batter Ever To Register Embarrassing T20I World Record

It looks like Sanju Samson is flattering to deceive once again. After two back-to-back centuries in two straight T20Is, the wicketkeeper-batter has now scored two back-to-back ducks. Sanju Samson has often not received a consistent run in the national team, but when he scored those tons against Bangladesh and then against South Africa (in the 1st T20I), everyone thought that Samson was finally doing justice to his immense talent. But now, Samson has scored back-to-back ducks.

India vs South Africa 3rd T20I: Tilak Varma Century Guides India To 11-Run Win Over South Africa

Tilak Varma's spectacular maiden century stayed above Marco Jansen's stunning late assault as India notched a thrilling 11-run win over South Africa in the third T20I against on Wednesday. India now lead the four-match series 2-1. Tilak's brilliant effort (107, 56b, 8x4, 7x6) carried India to 219 for six but Jansen (54, 17b, 4x4, 5x6) made runs at a strike-rate of 317 to nearly trump the Indian batter's knock. South Africa ended up at 208 for seven. But the contest looked set for a lop-sided finish once the dangerous Heinrich Klaasen (41) fell with 53 runs needed off the last 14 balls in the chase of 220.

Danny Cipriani scathing in criticism of former England coach Eddie Jones

Danny Cipriani has become the latest former England player to criticise Eddie Jones' coaching methods, accusing the Australian of an overly confrontational approach and insisting he is "not someone that I’d want to lead my country".

Flying ants halt T20 clash between South Africa and India

PRETORIA : The third Twenty20 International between South Africa and India was halted early in the home side’s reply after a wave of flying ants descended on Centurion Park in Pretoria on Wednesday and forced the players from the field.

Century At 22: Tilak Varma Sets 'Youngest' Feat With Great Show vs South Africa

Following his stupendous knock against South Africa in the third T20I match, India batter Tilak Varma said that it was an "incredible feeling" to smash a century after coming back from injury. Tilak Varma played an unbeaten 107-run knock from 56 balls at a strike rate of 191.07. He slammed eight fours and seven sixes during his time on the crease. Speaking during the inning break, Tilak said that the pitch in Centurion was two-paced and was 'challenging' at the start. He added that India's 219/6 in the first inning is important for the Men in Blue.

'He's ready' - Andy Farrell backs Sam Prendergast to impress on debut

Andy Farrell says Sam Prendergast is ready to make the step up to Test rugby, and has backed the young Leinster out-half to take his chance when he makes his debut in Friday night's meeting with Argentina.

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"It Was Just Down To...": South Africa Captain Aiden Markram's Candid Confession On Loss vs India

Suryakumar Yadav Reveals 'Sacrifice' For Tilak Varma That Worked Wonders For India Against South Africa

Sanju Samson Becomes First Batter Ever To Register Embarrassing T20I World Record

India vs South Africa 3rd T20I: Tilak Varma Century Guides India To 11-Run Win Over South Africa

Danny Cipriani scathing in criticism of former England coach Eddie Jones

Flying ants halt T20 clash between South Africa and India

Century At 22: Tilak Varma Sets 'Youngest' Feat With Great Show vs South Africa

'He's ready' - Andy Farrell backs Sam Prendergast to impress on debut