India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, defeated South Africa by 101 runs in the first T20I match at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Tuesday, December 9. During the match, former India opener Aakash Chopra took a playful dig at Pakistan batter Sahibzada Farhan while showering praise on ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah.
India scored 175 runs for the loss of 6 wickets after being asked to bat first. Arshdeep Singh set the tone with early breakthroughs in the powerplay. The visitors never recovered and were bowled out for just 74 inside 13 overs. Bumrah and Arshdeep finished with two wickets apiece, sealing a dominant win for the hosts.
Jasprit Bumrah Ko Chhakka Maarna Itna Aasaan Nahi Hota - Aakash ChopraAakash Chopra's wit stole the spotlight during South Africa's batting innings. While praising Jasprit Bumrah's accuracy, he took a dig at Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan.
