India vs South Africa, 1st ODI, Ranchi
India won a thrilling first ODI against South Africa by 17 runs at Ranchi, thanks to a strong batting performance on a mostly flat pitch.
Key Partnerships
- Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma put on a crucial 136-run partnership for the second wicket.
- Rohit scored 57 runs off 51 balls, complementing Kohli’s innings effectively.
Match Highlights
- Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch contributed with the bat for South Africa.
- Despite their efforts, South Africa fell short of India’s total.
"Kohli's 136-run stand with Rohit ... set up India's big total on a largely flat track in Ranchi."
This match demonstrated India’s ability to build partnerships under pressure, securing victory on a batting-friendly pitch.
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The Indian Express — 2025-11-30