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"Very Bullheaded": Dinesh Karthik Determined To "Play This World Cup"

Dinesh Karthik was India's hero with the bat on Friday as his knock of 55 runs off 27 balls helped India post a winning total of 169 for six against South Africa in the fourth T20I in Rajkot. India were in a spot of bother at 81 for four in 12.5 overs when Karthik walked out to bat. But the veteran wicketkeeper batter along with Hardik Pandya swung the balance in India's favour with a 65-run partnership off just 33 balls for the fifth wicket. The total proved to be more than sufficient as the South Africans were bundled out for 87. The win helped India draw level at 2-2 in the five-match T20I series.

"Given A Lot Of Inspiration To Many Guys": Hardik Pandya To Dinesh Karthik

The 37-year-old Dinesh Karthik continues to have a year to remember as he played a crucial 55-run knock against South Africa in the fourth T20I in Rajkot to set up the win for Team India, helping the hosts level the five-match series at 2-2. Walking out to bat in the 13th over, Karthik saw out the initial few balls and then started to tee off, helping India post 169/6 in 20 overs.

"If He's Not On That Flight...": Sunil Gavaskar Wants India Star In T20 World Cup Squad

After Dinesh Karthik's game-changing knock against South Africa in the 4th T20 International in Rajkot, legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar made a strong statement about his chances of playing in the T20 World Cup. Coming in to bat with the score at 81/4 in 12.5 overs, Karthik blitzed 55 off 27 deliveries to help India post a total of 169/6, which eventually proved too much for South Africa to chase, as they slumped to an 82-run defeat. It was Karthik's maiden T20I half-century.

India vs South Africa: Avesh Khan Reveals Captain Rishabh Pant's Advice That Resulted In Wicket In 4th T20I

Avesh Khan was in top form in the 4th T20 International (T20I) against South Africa as he took four wickets to help India register a thumping 82-run win. The pacer got the wickets of Dwaine Pretorius, Rassie van der Dussen, Marco Jansen and Keshav Maharaj to return with career-best figures of 4/18. Speaking after the match, Avesh revealed how Rishabh Pant's suggestion helped him bag the wicket of Jansen. Avesh had bowled a terrific bouncer that hit Jansen on the grill. On the very next delivery, the lanky pacer was out caught in the deep as Avesh foxed him with a slower delivery.

"Who Would Have Thought 7 Months Back?": Hardik Pandya On Being Named Captain For Ireland Series

All-rounder Hardik Pandya has been having a dream run as he first led Gujarat Titans to an IPL title in their debut season and now, he has been chosen to lead Team India in the upcoming two-match T20I series against Ireland, beginning June 26. In IPL 2022, Hardik registered 487 runs and took eight wickets apart from showing his captaincy credentials, and his performances have been well recognised by the Indian selectors and team management. Before the fourth T20I against South Africa, Hardik was asked about his emotions on being named captain.

"Feeling Very Secure In This Setup": Dinesh Karthik After Match-Winning 55-Run Knock

A total of 155 international games across formats in 18 years since his debut doesn't do justice to Dinesh Karthik's immense potential but it has perhaps got to do with the insecurities that crop up with sporadic chances over the years. Having played a big role in India's series-levelling 82-run win against South Africa, Karthik attributes performances like 27-ball-55 to a sense of security and clarity in thought process.

India vs South Africa, 4th T20I: Dinesh Karthik, Avesh Khan Shine As India Thrash South Africa To Level Series 2-2

Dinesh Karthik played a knock to remember before Avesh Khan gave his dad a "perfect birthday present" with a fiery spell as India steam-rolled South Africa by 82 runs here on Friday to level the five-match series 2-2. Karthik (55 off 27) scored his maiden fifty close to 16 years after his T20 debut and alongside vice-captain Hardik Pandya (46 off 31 ) took India to a fighting 169 for six. For the second game in a row, South African batters faltered and collapsed to 87 for nine in 16.5 overs with skipper Temba Bavuma retired hurt.

India vs South Africa, 4th T20I, Live Score: Ishan Kishan Starts Strong But India Lose Quick Wickets

IND vs SA, 4th T20I, Live Updates: India are two wickets down against South Africa in the ongoing fourth T20I at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Rajkot. Ishan Kishan gave India a bright start but his opening partner Ruturaj Gaikwad was dismissed early Team India face another must-win situation as they take on South Africa. After losing the first two games, the Rishabh Pant led side gave a befitting response to the Proteas in the third T20I in Vizag. Fifties from Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ishan Kishan, followed by incredible bowling performances from Harshal Patel and Yuzvendra Chahal steered India to 48-run win. However, South Africa lead the series 2-1 and will look to seal the series today, ahead of the final T20I in Bengaluru on Sunday. (LIVE SCORECARD)

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"Very Bullheaded": Dinesh Karthik Determined To "Play This World Cup"

"Given A Lot Of Inspiration To Many Guys": Hardik Pandya To Dinesh Karthik

"If He's Not On That Flight...": Sunil Gavaskar Wants India Star In T20 World Cup Squad

India vs South Africa: Avesh Khan Reveals Captain Rishabh Pant's Advice That Resulted In Wicket In 4th T20I

"Who Would Have Thought 7 Months Back?": Hardik Pandya On Being Named Captain For Ireland Series

"Feeling Very Secure In This Setup": Dinesh Karthik After Match-Winning 55-Run Knock

India vs South Africa, 4th T20I: Dinesh Karthik, Avesh Khan Shine As India Thrash South Africa To Level Series 2-2

India vs South Africa, 4th T20I, Live Score: Ishan Kishan Starts Strong But India Lose Quick Wickets