India wrapped up their fifth bilateral T20I series win in 2024 in emphatic fashion, demolishing South Africa by 135 runs in the series decider in Johannesburg. A record-breaking performance by Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma, who each scored unbeaten centuries, powered India to a colossal total of 283 for 1—their second-highest T20I score ever and the highest in South Africa by any team.
Samson and Tilak put on a staggering 210-run stand for the second wicket, rewriting several records along the way. This was the first time a Full Member side achieved two individual centuries in the same T20I innings, and it brought India’s tally to four centuries in the series, a feat no other team has matched. Samson’s 109* featured nine sixes, with a balanced distribution of runs on both sides of the wicket. Meanwhile, Tilak’s 120* included 10 sixes, most of which came on the leg side.
India’s dominance continued with the ball, as Arshdeep Singh’s swing and accuracy rattled South Africa early, leaving them reeling at 1 for 2. Despite some resistance from Tristan Stubbs and David Miller, the hosts were bowled out for 148 in 18.4 overs. Arshdeep’s 3 for 20 and Axar Patel’s economical 2 for 6 ensured India maintained control throughout.
South Africa’s bowlers struggled to find rhythm, conceding 12 runs in wides and a no-ball, further compounding their woes. Marco Jansen was the only bowler with an economy under 11, while Andile Simelane’s first over leaked 24 runs.
This series defeat extends South Africa’s winless streak in bilateral T20I series to over two years, with their last victory coming against Ireland in August 2022. For India, the win reinforces their dominance in the shortest format, with their batting lineup firing on all cylinders and their bowlers exploiting every opportunity to perfection.
Updated on 15th November, 2024 by MyFortune11 Team