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Watch: Yuzvendra Chahal Playfully Kicks South Africa Spinner During 2nd T20I

Yuzvendra Chahal, apart from his heroics with the ball, is known to be a great entertainer, whether it be on the pitch or on social media. He is often seen joking around with teammates and opposition players alike. During the second T20I between India and South Africa, play was interrupted due to one of the light towers shutting down during the second innings. Tabraiz Shamsi, not in the playing XI, was out in the middle chatting with the two batters at the crease, Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram, as well as India wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant.

India Predicted XI vs South Africa, 3rd T20I: Shreyas Iyer, Mohammed Siraj To Get A Game?

With an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match T20I series, the Indian cricket team has the opportunity to test a few reserves in the third and final match at Indore's Holkar Stadium. The batting unit has come out all guns blazing in the two matches so far, with Suryakumar Yadav leading the charge. The bowling unit, on the other hand, has left plenty to be desired. With the fate of the series sealed, one or two changes can be expected. Shreyas Iyer and Mohammed Siraj remain two players who would be eager to be given an opportunity.

India vs South Africa, 3rd T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Rohit Sharma-led India have already sealed their first T20I series against South Africa at home by winning the first two games. However, the side will now aim to register a series sweep over the Proteas when the two sides meet for the third and final match of the series on Tuesday. As per reports, KL Rahul and Virat Kohli have been rested for the match that takes place at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore. It is worth noting that this will be the last T20I game for Team India ahead of the T20 World Cup in Australia.

Virat Kohli Becomes First Indian To Register This Big Record In T20 History

Star batter Virat Kohli on Sunday became the first Indian to complete 11,000 runs in T20 cricket. Kohli achieved this feat during India's second T20I of the three-match series against South Africa at Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati. Kohli needed only 19 runs before the game to reach the milestone and he got there quite easily. However, he didn't stop there and made the moment further memorable with a fine knock of 49 not out off only 28 balls. His innings was laced with seven fours and one six.

I Could Only Remember My Late Father Kashi Nath Singh's Face: Mukesh Kumar On Maiden India Call-up

Mukesh Kumar didn't know about his national selection till he was added to the Indian team's official whatsapp group. That's when the penny dropped that he has been selected for the one day series against South Africa, starting October 6 in Lucknow. "I got very emotional. It was all blur. I could only remember my father late Kashi Nath Singh's face. My father till I played Ranji Trophy for Bengal didn't think I am good enough to do well professionally. Unko Shaq thaa ki main kaabil hoon bhi ya nahi," Mukesh told PTI from Rajkot where he is playing for Rest of India.

India vs South Africa: Series In Bag But India Face Stern Bowling Test In Final T20I; Shreyas Iyer Likely to Feature

It may be an inconsequential game on paper but Indian bowlers await another tough test against South Africa ahead of the T20 World Cup when the two teams meet in the final game of the three-match series here on Tuesday. Having sealed their first-ever series against South Africa at home, Indian team management has decided to rest its premier batter Virat Kohli for the final game.

Virat Kohli Rested For Final T20I Against South Africa: Report

Star India batter Virat Kohli has been rested for the third and final T20 international against South Africa on Tuesday. Following the series-clinching win in Guwahati on Sunday, Kohli flew to Mumbai on Monday morning. "He has been rested from the final T20I," said a BCCI official. After the final game against the Proteas, Kohli will link up with the squad in Mumbai from where the team is scheduled to leave for Australia on October 6 for the T20 World Cup.

India vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Doff Their Hats As David Miller Scores Fighting Ton In Losing Cause. Watch

The second T20I between India and South Africa turned out to be a high-scoring contest where the batters from both the teams lit the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati with their power-packed display. Though it was the Indian team that emerged triumphant, having successfully defended the total of 237, South African batter David Miller won many hearts with his fighting century that brought the tourists close to the hosts' total. The quality of Miller's batting was such that even Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli couldn't resist walking up to the South African and acknowledge his effort.

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Watch: Yuzvendra Chahal Playfully Kicks South Africa Spinner During 2nd T20I

India Predicted XI vs South Africa, 3rd T20I: Shreyas Iyer, Mohammed Siraj To Get A Game?

India vs South Africa, 3rd T20I: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

Virat Kohli Becomes First Indian To Register This Big Record In T20 History

I Could Only Remember My Late Father Kashi Nath Singh's Face: Mukesh Kumar On Maiden India Call-up

India vs South Africa: Series In Bag But India Face Stern Bowling Test In Final T20I; Shreyas Iyer Likely to Feature

Virat Kohli Rested For Final T20I Against South Africa: Report

India vs South Africa: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Doff Their Hats As David Miller Scores Fighting Ton In Losing Cause. Watch