India vs South Africa LIVE: 1st T20I Score - A Nail-Biter in Thiruvananthapuram!
The first T20I between India and South Africa in Thiruvananthapuram was a real nail-biter! The match went down to the wire, and it was India who emerged victorious. It was a tense, exciting match, with both sides giving it their all.
India's Strong Start
India started off strong, with Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul putting on a solid opening partnership. The two of them had the Proteas bowlers on the back foot early on, and they looked set for a big score. Unfortunately, India's middle order struggled a bit, and they eventually finished with a respectable, but not overly impressive, score of 178/8.
South Africa's Late Charge
South Africa's chase got off to a shaky start, losing wickets early on. But the Proteas had other plans! David Miller and Tristan Stubbs showed some real grit and determination, bringing the chase back into the game. But sadly, for South Africa, they ran out of overs, falling just short of the target.
India Wins By a Whisker!
India held their nerve in the final over, and ultimately emerged victorious by a narrow margin. It was a tough match for both sides, but India showed more composure in the crucial moments.
The Key Players
- Rohit Sharma: He was India's top scorer with a fantastic 43 runs.
- David Miller: He was South Africa's star, scoring a blistering 64 runs.
- Arshdeep Singh: He was the pick of the bowlers for India, taking 2 crucial wickets.
This was a fantastic start to the series, and we can expect more exciting cricket to come in the upcoming matches. Stay tuned!