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Watch: Sanju Samson 'Flexes His Muscles' After South Africa Ton. Gesture Breaks Internet

Sanju Samson slammed his maiden ODI century to impress both fans and experts in the series-deciding third one-day international against South Africa at Boland Park in Paarl on Thursday. It was a sensational knock from Samson as he slammed 108 off 114 deliveries with the help of 6 fours and 3 sixes. He looked completely in control against the South Africa bowlers and his partnership with Tilak Varma was instrumental in steadying India's innings. Following his century, Samson flexed his muscles to celebrate the memorable feat and his celebration has quickly gone viral on social media.

IND vs SA: 'Don't Get Out In 50s, 60s': Sunil Gavaskar's No Nonsense Verdict On India Star

With half-centuries in his first two matches, young India batter Sai Sudharsan has caught the eye of batting great Sunil Gavaskar. Sudharsan, who plays for Tamil Nadu in the domestic circuit, made his India debut in the first ODI of the ongoing tour of South Africa. He scored a half-century on debut and then followed it up with yet another 50+ score in the second match of the series. Impressed with the young soutbpaw, Gavaskar, however, wants Sudharsan to convert his half centuries into hundreds.

India vs South Africa Live Score, 3rd ODI: Big Injury For India Star, South Africa Opt To Bowl In Decider

IND vs SA Live Score: South Africa skipper Aiden Markram won the toss and opted to bowl against India in the third and final ODI in Paarl on Thursday. Batter Rajat Patidar is making his debut as he replaced an injured Ruturaj Gaikwad in the Playing XI.

India vs South Africa Live Streaming 3rd ODI Live Telecast: Where To Watch For Free?

India will be squaring off against South Africa in the third and final ODI of the three-match series on Thursday in Paarl. South Africa registered an eight-wicket win in the second ODI as the series is now levelled at 1-1. Young Sai Sudarshan has been a big asset for India as he smashed half-centuries in the first two matches. Among the bowlers, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan and others will look to deliver a great performance as India aim to clinch the three-match series.

Paarl Weather Report, India vs South Africa 3rd ODI: Could Rain Spoil Another Clash?

India and South Africa will be squaring off against each other in the third and final ODI match on Thursday in Paarl. The three-match series is currently levelled at 1-1 and both the teams will be putting their best foot forward, in order to claim the series. Apart from tough competition from both the sides, all eyes will be on the weather of Paarl. Rain played a spoilsport many times during the three-match T20I series between the two teams. The weather forecast of Paarl has stated that there will be no signs of rain.

India's Predicted XI vs South Africa, 3rd ODI: Will Yuzvendra Chahal Find A Place In Series Finale?

India will be going up against South Africa in the third and final ODI on Thursday, at the Boland Park in Paarl. After facing a defeat in the first ODI, the Proteas convincingly won the second ODI and have managed to keep the series alive. Tony de Zorzi's unbeaten 122-ball 119 guided his side home. However, the KL Rahul-led side will aim for a better outing in the third match, in order to claim the three-match series. Young opener Sai Sudarshan, who made his international in the first ODI, is in sublime form as he smashed half-centuries in both the matches.

India vs South Africa, 3rd ODI: Boland Park, Paarl Records And Stats

The third ODI between India and South Africa will see the two teams battle it out for the bragging rights, with the series nicely poised at 1-1. Boland Park in Paarl will host this match on December 21, scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM IST. India got the better of the hosts in the opening ODI by eight wickets. Batting first, the Proteas were bundled out for 116 courtesy of superb bowling by Indian pace duo Arshdeep Singh (5/37) and Avesh Khan (4/27). Thereafter, Sai Sudharsan scored a half-century (55*) on his international debut to cap off a perfect day for the visitors.

"Our Approach Won't Change" India Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak Despite Loss vs South Africa In 2nd ODI

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak said the visitors' approach will not change one bit in the series-deciding third ODI despite South Africa crushing them by eight wickets in the second match. South Africa registered a comprehensive eight-wicket win over India in the second ODI to level the three-match series 1-1 here on Tuesday. But Kotak made it clear that there won't be too many changes in the playing eleven, which will be decided depending on the surface. "Our approach won't change at all. Not many changes I wouldn't think but again once we go and see the wicket then we will decide," Kotak said at the post-match press conference.

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Watch: Sanju Samson 'Flexes His Muscles' After South Africa Ton. Gesture Breaks Internet

IND vs SA: 'Don't Get Out In 50s, 60s': Sunil Gavaskar's No Nonsense Verdict On India Star

India vs South Africa Live Score, 3rd ODI: Big Injury For India Star, South Africa Opt To Bowl In Decider

India vs South Africa Live Streaming 3rd ODI Live Telecast: Where To Watch For Free?

Paarl Weather Report, India vs South Africa 3rd ODI: Could Rain Spoil Another Clash?

India's Predicted XI vs South Africa, 3rd ODI: Will Yuzvendra Chahal Find A Place In Series Finale?

India vs South Africa, 3rd ODI: Boland Park, Paarl Records And Stats

"Our Approach Won't Change" India Batting Coach Sitanshu Kotak Despite Loss vs South Africa In 2nd ODI