Virat Kohli lit up the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi even before he picked up his bat, turning the boundary line into his own mini stage during the first ODI against South Africa.
India pulled off a thrilling 17-run victory in the three-match ODI series opener in the final over in Ranchi on Sunday November 30. It looked like a one-sided affair but suddenly turned into a dramatic thriller as South Africa, who were reeling at 11 for 3, roared back with an unbelievable counterattack.
Kuldeep Yadav's magic and Virat Kohli's masterclass seal nail-biting win for IndiaMatthew Breetzke led the fight with a gritty 72 off 80 balls, Marco Jansen smashed a blistering 70 off just 39 deliveries, and Corbin Bosch joined the assault with a powerful 67 off 51. Their combined charge pushed India to the edge and kept the crowd on their feet till the final moments.
