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Watch: KL Rahul's Big Gesture For Sai Sudharsan Draws Huge Roar In Indian Dressing Room

KL Rahul on Thursday became only the second Indian captain to win an ODI series against South Africa, joining Virat Kohli in the elite list. India defeated South Africa by 78 runs in the series decider at the Boland Park in Paarl on Thursday to wrap up the series 2-1. Sanju Samson hit a maiden international century, smasing 108 runs with the help of six fours and three sixes. While Samson's performance in the third and final ODI stood out, young batter Sai Sudharsan introduction to international cricket was another positive for the Indian team.

Watch: Sai Sudharsan Claims 'Catch Of The Series' As India Spark South Africa Collapse

Life has been a roller-coaster for Sai Sudharsan in South Africa as the young India batter made his debut for the national team, smasing two half-centuries on the trot. Sudharsan made his debut in the first ODI against the Proteas on Sunday, December 17, marking the occasion with a well-crafted 55 not out as India won the game by eight wickets. He then followed it up with a brilliant 62 in a losing cause in the second ODI. While the 22-year-old could only conjure 10 runs in the series decider, he continued to impress on the field.

Virat Kohli Returns Home From South Africa, Another Batter Ruled Out: Sources

Indian cricket team superstar Virat Kohli has reportedly returned home due to a family emergency, just days before the start of the first Test against South Africa. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) sources, however, have confirmed that the iconic batter will be back in time for the first Test, which begins on December 26, against the Proteas in Centurion. Earlier, the BCCI had released wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan from the squad for the Test series over a personal matter. KS Bharat was named as his replacement for the 2-match series.

India vs South Africa 1st Test: Records And Stats At Centurion's SuperSport Park

The final leg of the India tour of South Africa 2023-24 will see the two teams take the field in the first Test match on December 26 at the SuperSport Park in Centurion. The much-anticipated fixture is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM IST. After the two cricketing heavyweights shared the spoils in the T20I series, India upped the ante to clinch the ODI series 2-1. Indian pacer Arshdeep Singh was named as the Player of the Series for taking 10 wickets in three matches, including a five-wicket and a four-wicket haul apiece.

"Want To Spend Time With...": MS Dhoni Has His Agenda Set For Life After Cricket

All eyes will be on MS Dhoni when the IPL 2024 starts early next year. While the former Indian cricket team captain has long retired from international cricket, MS Dhoni is still a strong presence in the Indian Premier League. MS Dhoni led Chennai Super Kings to IPL 2023 title, their fifth in the T20 franchise league. For the Chennai Super Kings fans, the moment MS Dhoni announced after their final win in 2023 that he would continue to play in the IPL, it was a great moment to cheer. But, MS Dhoni is 42 and thetre is a lot of speculation about his future.

South Africa's Dean Elgar To Retire From International Cricket After India Test Series

Former South Africa captain Dean Elgar on Friday announced his retirement from international cricket at the conclusion of the upcoming two-Test series against India, commencing in Centurion on December 26. Elgar made his debut in 2012 and has played 84 Tests. The left-handed batter has scored 5,146 runs at 37.28 with 13 centuries and 23 fifties.

"Lacked Support From Umpires": Arshdeep Singh's Tongue-In-Cheek Remark After 3rd T20I

India pacer Arshdeep Singh was the finest performer with the ball in the series decider on Thursday, claiming 4 wickets to conclude an excellent series in the Rainbow Nation. However, Arshdeep wasn't the happiest man when it comes to umpires' support and the seamer even pointed out the same after the match. The left-arm pacer was asked about the reason behind his loud and excessive appeals in the match, and he had no qualms in highlighting how little support he got from the umpires on a pitch that wasn't much helpful either.

"Phenomenal In IPL, Unfortunately Hasn't Got...": KL Rahul's Honest Sanju Samson Verdict

After India clinched an ODI series victory against South Africa, captain KL Rahul hailed the performance of Player of the Match Sanju Samson for his outstanding century against Proteas and said that he is pleased to see the batter perform well against Proteas even though he hasn't got a lot of chances at the top of the batting order. Sanju Samson's wonderfully paced ton and Rinku Singh's powerful cameo followed by Arshdeep Singh's blistering spell helped India clinch a three-match ODI series against South Africa, registering a 78 runs win over Proteas in the third match here at Boland Park on Thursday.

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Watch: KL Rahul's Big Gesture For Sai Sudharsan Draws Huge Roar In Indian Dressing Room

Watch: Sai Sudharsan Claims 'Catch Of The Series' As India Spark South Africa Collapse

Virat Kohli Returns Home From South Africa, Another Batter Ruled Out: Sources

India vs South Africa 1st Test: Records And Stats At Centurion's SuperSport Park

"Want To Spend Time With...": MS Dhoni Has His Agenda Set For Life After Cricket

South Africa's Dean Elgar To Retire From International Cricket After India Test Series

"Lacked Support From Umpires": Arshdeep Singh's Tongue-In-Cheek Remark After 3rd T20I

"Phenomenal In IPL, Unfortunately Hasn't Got...": KL Rahul's Honest Sanju Samson Verdict