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Virat Kohli produced a vintage masterclass in the 1st ODI of three-game series against South Africa in Ranchi, lighting up the stadium with a majestic century that showcased touch, timing, and temperament. Just as he completed his 52nd ODI hundred, the electrifying atmosphere turned chaotic as an unexpected interruption unfolded at the centre. A fan breached security and sprinted across …

It was the kind of evening Ranchi had been waiting for, a full stadium a high-stakes ODI, and Virat Kohli walking out early with India under mild pressure. The 37-year-old stepped in during the fourth over after Yashasvi Jaiswal’s early departure, immediately taking charge with a crisp boundary to third man. His bat flowed with the ease of old, stitching …

South Africa’s young sensation Dewald Brevis grabbed headlines in the ODI series opener against India in Ranchi on Sunday with a breathtaking one-handed catch. Dewald Brevis stuns Ranchi crowd with unreal one-handed catch to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad Fielding at point in the 23rd over, the 22-year-old leaped full-stretch to his right to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad for 8 off 14 balls, …

Rohit Sharma added another monumental chapter to his glittering legacy during the opening ODI against South Africa in Ranchi. In a performance that blended authority with artistry, the India former captain shattered one of limited-overs cricket’s most iconic record to surpass Shahid Afridi’s long-standing mark. IND vs SA: Rohit Sharma breaks Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi’s ODI world record with a masterclass …

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma is absent from the first ODI of the three-match series against India at Ranchi’s JSCA International Stadium, with Aiden Markram stepping in as stand-in skipper after South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first. Why Temba Bavuma is not playing today’s match against India? Bavuma, who led South Africa to their first Test …

After a bruising 0–2 Test series whitewash at home, India gets a chance to reset in the white‑ball format as they host South Africa in a three‑match ODI series starting November 30, 2025. This is the 50‑over leg of South Africa’s 2025–26 tour of India, which also includes two Tests and five T20Is, and comes at a crucial time for …

On the eve of the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, India’s stand-in skipper KL Rahul addressed the media, confirming the selection dilemma regarding opener Ruturaj Gaikwad. Following a humiliating 0-2 whitewash in the preceding Test series, the Indian team is eager to turn their fortunes around in the shorter formats, starting with the three ODIs. Rahul gave a …

India host South Africa in the opening ODI of their three-match series at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on November 30, 2025. KL Rahul captains the home side in Shubman Gill’s absence due to injury, while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return to strengthen the lineup after impressive outings against Australia. South Africa, led by Temba Bavuma, look …

Legendary South African fast bowler Dale Steyn has unveiled his combined India-South Africa ODI playing XI ahead of the three-match series opener on Sunday, November 30, with the controversial exclusions of two major names: Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant and South African captain Temba Bavuma. Dale Steyn’s combined India-South Africa playing XI ahead of 1st ODI in Ranchi Steyn’s final selection …

Former Indian wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel has unveiled his preferred Team India playing XI for the upcoming first One Day International (ODI) against South Africa at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on November 30. Parthiv Patel names India’s playing XI for 1st ODI vs South Africa; Excludes key player Former Indian stumper Parthiv has chosen a balanced side for …