South Africa Defeat India by Four Wickets in High Scoring Second ODI

Overview

South Africa pulled off a remarkable chase of 359 runs in the second ODI against India securing victory by four wickets in the final over. Aiden Markram superb century and vital contributions from the middle order helped the Proteas match one of the highest successful run chases against India.

Aiden Markram celebrates his century during South Africa successful 359 run chase against India.
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In a thrilling contest played in Ranchi South Africa achieved one of their most memorable ODI run chases by overhauling India imposing target of 359 runs winning the second match of the series by four wickets in the final over.

Markram Leads South Africa Record Breaking Chase

South Africa innings was anchored by Aiden Markram whose brilliantly paced 110 run knock laid the foundation for the Proteas successful pursuit. His calm approach under pressure kept the chase alive even as wickets fell at crucial intervals.

Middle Order Contributions Seal the Win

Alongside Markram several batters played impactful innings:

Matthew Breetzke scored an important 68

Dewald Brevis added 54 with aggressive stroke play

Temba Bavuma contributed a composed 46

Tony de Zorzi retired hurt on 17

Quinton de Kock (8) and Marco Jansen (2) fell cheaply

Towards the end Corbin Bosch (29*) and Keshav Maharaj (10*) held their nerve to take South Africa across the line with just balls remaining.

India Bowling Struggles Under Pressure

India bowling unit could not contain the flow of runs despite early breakthroughs:

Arshdeep Singh — 2 wickets

Prasidh Krishna — 2 wickets

Kuldeep Yadav — 1 wicket

Harshit Rana — 1 wicket

However none of the bowlers were able to build consistent pressure as South Africa continued rotating strike and finding boundaries.

India Post 358 After Dominant Batting Display

Earlier in the match India posted a massive total of 358/5 after being asked to bat first. The innings featured exceptional performances:

Ruturaj Gaikwad — a superb 105

Virat Kohli — an elegant 102

KL Rahul — a solid 66

Ravindra Jadeja — steady 24

Other contributions included Yashasvi Jaiswal (28) Rohit Sharma (14) and Washington Sundar (1).

South African Bowlers Face Heavy Pressure

South African bowlers found it tough against India top order but a few managed breakthroughs:

Marco Jansen — 2 wickets

Lungi Ngidi — 1 wicket

Nandre Burger — 1 wicket

Despite conceding a massive total, their batting unit ensured the target was not out of reach.

A Historic Achievement for the Proteas

With this victory South Africa equaled Australia iconic chase of 359 against India marking one of the highest successful run chases ever recorded against the Men in Blue. The win also injects momentum into the ODI series setting up an exciting finale.

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