India Beats South Africa by 17 Runs in 1st ODI
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The batting coach continued shutting down any talks about Rohit Sharma and Virat's long-term future, saying that the team just "enjoys during their practices" and both stalwarts are still performing well and sharing their experiences with youngsters.
Virat Kohli ruled out any possibility of returning to test or Twenty20 internationals after his player-of-the-match century guided India to a 17-run win over South Africa, but said he felt as prepared as ever to continue playing in the 50-over format.
Virat Kohli ends all Test cricket comeback rumours with a powerful century and a bold statement after India’s thrilling ODI win over South Africa in Ranchi.
India vs South Africa Live Cricket Score and Updates / IND VS SA Live Scorecard: Indian pacers began the proceedings perfectly after picking up three early wickets. Earlier, India posted 349/8 in 50 overs after Virat Kohli notched up his 52nd ODI ton.
Earlier this week, South Africa handed India their heaviest Test defeat by runs, defying expectations. It marked South Africa's first series win in India in 25 years and India's second home series loss in just 12 months after a 12-year unbeaten run.
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India's Test Cricket Crisis: Poor Tactics, Wrong XIs, Or South Africa's Supremacy - Who Is To Blame?
India’s Test crisis deepens as they face a humiliating defeat in Guwahati, chasing 549 against South Africa. Poor tactics, constant chopping of the XI, and an unstable batting order under Gautam Gambhir have left the team exposed,
India's young batters need more time to gain red-ball experience, coach Gautam Gambhir said after his team suffered their heaviest loss by runs in test cricket as South Africa earned a 408-run win in Guwahati on Wednesday to sweep the series 2-0.
Can India still clinch a win in the Guwahati Test? Test cricket history suggests only a miracle over the last two days can help them turn things around.