South Africa Levels Series After Dominant 51 Run Victory Over India

Overview

South Africa delivered a commanding performance in the second T20I defeating India by 51 runs to level the five match series. A powerful 90 run knock from Quinton de Kock and a disciplined bowling attack left India struggling as they fell short of the 214 run target.

Quinton de Kock celebrates his explosive 90 run innings against India in the second T20I.
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The second T20I in New Chandigarh turned out to be a one sided affair as South Africa overpowered India with both bat and ball. With this impressive win the Proteas brought the five-match series to a 1-1 deadlock.

South Africa Explosive Batting Sets Up Massive Total

De Kock Steals the Show With a Fiery 90

Batting first after India opted to bowl South Africa posted a commanding total of 213/4 in 20 overs.

Quinton de Kock led the charge with a brilliant 90 run knock showcasing aggressive stroke play and expert timing.

Captain Markram and Middle Order Contribute Steadily

Aiden Markram added 29 runs providing stability.

Dewald Brevis scored 14 while Reeza Hendricks managed 8.

Donovan Ferreira (30*) and David Miller (20*) boosted the total with unbeaten cameos in the final overs.

From India bowling unit Varun Chakravarthy picked up 2 wickets while Axar Patel claimed 1.

India Collapse Under Pressure in Run Chase

Tilak Varma Fights a Lone Battle

Chasing a steep 214 run target India faltered early and kept losing wickets at regular intervals.

Tilak Varma remained the only standout performer with a solid 62 runs, but lacked support from the middle order.

Indian Batting Line Up Fails to Fire

Other contributions included:

Jitesh Sharma – 27

Hardik Pandya – 20

Axar Patel – 21

Abhishek Sharma – 17

Suryakumar Yadav – 5

Arshdeep Singh – 4

Shivam Dube – 1

Shubman Gill and Varun Chakravarthy – 0 (ducks)

India eventually folded for 162 runs in the final over falling short by 51 runs.

South African Bowlers Seal the Victory

Young pacer Ottniel Baartman was the star of the innings with 4 crucial wickets breaking India backbone.

Marco Jansen, Lungi Ngidi and Lutho Sipamla chipped in with 2 wickets each, ensuring India never recovered from early setbacks.

Series Decider to Be Played in Dharamshala

With both teams standing at 1-1 the third T20I scheduled for December 14 in Dharamshala is expected to be a thrilling contest as both sides aim to take the lead in the series.

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