Virat Kohli and Kuldeep Yadav shone as India clinched a thrilling victory against South Africa by 17 runs in a high-scoring first One Day International (ODI).
India posted a challenging total, powered by Kohli’s ton. South Africa fought hard but ultimately fell short by 17 runs despite a strong batting effort.
"Virat Kohli’s unbeaten century and Kuldeep Yadav’s spells of brilliance were decisive in this nail-biting encounter," said a commentator.
This victory marked a strong start for India in the series, showcasing both batting resilience and bowling depth. Kuldeep’s wickets came at key moments, breaking partnerships and shifting momentum.
Author’s summary: Virat Kohli’s commanding century and Kuldeep Yadav’s crucial four wickets powered India to a narrow 17-run victory over South Africa in a thrilling ODI contest.