Hey cricket fans! If you’re anything like us at IPL Star, you’ve been glued to every ball of the South Africa tour of India 2025 ODI series. What a ride it was – three nail-biting matches packed with centuries, record chases, and enough drama to fill a Bollywood blockbuster. India edged out a 2-1 series win, but South Africa fought like lions, pulling off one of the gutsiest chases you’ll ever see.
This wasn’t just any bilateral series. Coming hot on the heels of South Africa’s stunning 2-0 Test series whitewash in India – their first in 25 years – the ODIs were India’s chance to hit back. And boy, did they! Virat Kohli, at 37, turned back the clock with a monstrous 302 runs across three games, including two centuries that had fans chanting “King Kohli” from Ranchi to Visakhapatnam. Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed his maiden ODI ton, Kuldeep Yadav spun webs with nine wickets, and even the dew in Raipur couldn’t dampen the fireworks.
We’re breaking it all down here – from match-by-match recaps to jaw-dropping stats and records that rewrote the history books. Whether you’re a die-hard Indian supporter or just love edge-of-your-seat cricket, this recap has you covered. Stick around for tables, highlights, and what it all means for the 2027 World Cup. Let’s dive in!
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South Africa Tour of India 2025 ODI Series: Quick Results at a Glance
India vs South Africa 2025 ODI Highlights Before we get into the grit and glory, here’s how the three ODIs unfolded. India started strong, South Africa roared back, and the hosts sealed the deal in style.
| Match | Date | Venue | Toss Winner | India Score | South Africa Score | Result | Margin | Player of the Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st ODI | Nov 30, 2025 | Ranchi | South Africa (bowl) | 349/8 (50 ov) | 332 (49.2 ov) | India won | 17 runs | Virat Kohli (135) |
| 2nd ODI | Dec 3, 2025 | Raipur | South Africa (bowl) | 358/5 (50 ov) | 362/6 (49.2 ov) | South Africa won | 4 wickets | Aiden Markram (110) |
| 3rd ODI | Dec 6, 2025 | Visakhapatnam | India (field) | 271/1 (39.5 ov) | 270 (47.5 ov) | India won | 9 wickets | Yashasvi Jaiswal (116*) |
Series Result: India won 2-1. Player of the Series: Virat Kohli (302 runs @ 151 avg).
This table sums up the madness – two games decided by under 20 runs/wickets, and a combined 2,042 runs scored! The South Africa tour of India 2025/26 wasn’t just about wins; it was a festival of fearless batting.
Watch official highlights on BCCI.tv.
1st ODI Recap: Ranchi Run-Fest – Kohli’s Masterclass Lights Up the Steel City
Ranchi, the “Steel City,” turned into a batter’s paradise on November 30, 2025. Ranchi ODI 2025 With a full house of 38,000 fans waving blue flags, the JSCA International Stadium buzzed like a T20 thriller. South Africa, riding high after their Test series triumph, won the toss and bowled – a decision that backfired spectacularly. India, led by stand-in skipper KL Rahul (Rohit Sharma was back from injury), posted 349/8, thanks to Virat Kohli’s 52nd ODI century. But South Africa nearly pulled off the impossible, falling just 17 runs short in a chase that had hearts in mouths till the last over.
The Toss and Team News: Dew Drama Looms
South Africa’s captain Aiden Markram called heads and won his second straight toss, opting to chase on a pitch expected to slow down under lights. Dew was the elephant in the room – Ranchi’s November evenings are notorious for it, making second innings a cakewalk. India stuck with their winning Test squad backbone but brought in Harshit Rana for his raw pace and Kuldeep Yadav for spin variety. South Africa, meanwhile, debuted Corbin Bosch and relied on Nandre Burger’s left-arm swing. Lineups:
India XI: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul (c/wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh.
South Africa XI: Ryan Rickelton, Quinton de Kock (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, Matthew Breetzke, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Ottneil Baartman.
Early nerves? Rohit later joked, “We lost 19 tosses in a row before this tour – felt like we were cursed!” But the batting gods smiled on India.
India’s Innings: Kohli Turns Vintage, Rohit Hits Record Sixes
India openers Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal started cautiously against Burger’s swing, but once the ball softened, it was fireworks. Rohit, fresh off breaking Shahid Afridi’s all-time ODI sixes record (now 304), smashed five maximums in his 57 off 51. A standout moment: Over 10, he launched Baartman for three sixes in a row – straight, over cover, and a cheeky ramp. The crowd erupted; social media exploded with #RohitTheHitman trending worldwide.
Jaiswal fell early (12 off 15), edging Burger to de Kock, but Ruturaj Gaikwad steadied with 35 off 48. Enter Kohli at No. 4 – the man fans came to see. Dropped on 22, he made South Africa pay dearly. Mixing silky drives with brute force, Kohli farmed the strike and built a 122-run stand with Rohit (broken at 161/2). Post-hundred (his 52nd, extending his record), he accelerated: 11 fours, 7 sixes, including a no-look pick-up shot over fine leg that went viral (over 2 million views on X).
KL Rahul joined the party with 60 off 56, featuring ramps and scoops – his best since injury. Washington Sundar chipped 20, but late collapses (three wickets for 12 runs) kept South Africa in the hunt. Final tally: 349/8 at 6.98 RPO. Extras? A whopping 23, mostly wides from rattled Proteas quicks.
Key Partnerships Table:
| Wicket | Batsmen | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Rohit & Jaiswal | 25 | 31 |
| 2nd | Rohit & Kohli | 122 | 85 |
| 3rd | Kohli & Gaikwad | 22 | 25 |
| 4th | Kohli & Sundar | 17 | 18 |
| 5th | Kohli & Rahul | 76 | 72 |
| 6th | Rahul & Jadeja | 54 | 35 |
Bowling Table for South Africa:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N Burger | 10 | 65 | 2 | 6.50 |
| O Baartman | 10 | 60 | 2 | 6.00 |
| M Jansen | 8 | 63 | 1 | 7.87 |
| K Maharaj | 10 | 70 | 0 | 7.00 |
| C Bosch | 8 | 55 | 1 | 6.87 |
| D Brevis | 4 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
South Africa’s Chase: Lower-Order Heroics Fall Short
Chasing 350 under lights? Dew made the ball a bar of soap, but Harshit Rana struck gold early. In the first over, he clean-bowled Rickelton (0) and de Kock (0) – 7/2 in 4.4 overs! South Africa were reeling at 11/3 after Markram holed out to deep midwicket.
Enter the fightback. Matthew Breetzke (72 off 80) and Tony de Zorzi (45) added 66, but Kuldeep Yadav – the series’ wrecker – spun through the middle order. His 4/68 included Brevis (lbw for 20) and Jansen (caught at slip). Then came the miracle: Marco Jansen (70 off 39, SR 179!) and Corbin Bosch (67 off 51, 5x4s, 4x6s) unleashed hell. Their 97-run stand in 11.1 overs featured Jansen’s 39-ball fifty (fastest by a SA No.7) and Bosch’s switch-hits. Ranchi rocked – 47 runs came off overs 40-45 alone!
But Prasidh Krishna held his nerve. In the 50th, he yorked Bosch (caught by Rohit at cover). SA ended 332 – their highest vs India, but 17 short.
Key Moments Timeline:
- Over 1-5: Rana’s double strike – SA 7/2.
- Overs 15-25: Breetzke-De Zorzi rebuild to 77/3.
- Overs 33-44: Jansen-Bosch blitz – 97 runs, SA to 312/9.
- Over 49.2: Prasidh’s final blow – India wins!
Player Ratings (Out of 10):
- Virat Kohli: 10/10 – Timeless.
- Harshit Rana: 9/10 – New-ball wizard.
- Marco Jansen: 8.5/10 – Warrior innings.
- Kuldeep Yadav: 8/10 – Four-fer fox.
- Aiden Markram: 6/10 – Poor captaincy call?
Post-Match Quotes:
- Kohli: “Ranchi was special – felt like 2013 again. Enjoyed every ball.” (Source: ESPNcricinfo)
- Markram: “We got too many starts but couldn’t finish. Dew helped, but credit to their bowlers.”
- Rahul: “Toss curse broken? Nah, it’s about adapting.”
This Ranchi epic set the tone: batting bravado meets bowling bite. India led 1-0, but SA smelled blood.
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2nd ODI Breakdown: Raipur Thriller – SA’s Historic 359 Chase Levels Series
December 3, 2025, Raipur’s Niranjan Shah Stadium. 60,000 fans under floodlights, air thick with dew and anticipation. Raipur ODI 2025 India, buoyed by Ranchi, aimed to seal the series. But South Africa, smarting from defeat, scripted history: the joint-highest ODI chase vs India (359). Aiden Markram’s 110 anchored a nervy four-wicket win in 49.2 overs, leveling at 1-1. Double centuries from Kohli and Gaikwad? In vain. This was the South Africa tour of India 2025/26’s crown jewel – a top-10 ODI of the decade.
Toss and Tactics: Dew Dictates Again
Markram won toss No. 3, inserting India. Dew factored big – umpires used one ball from over 34, favoring chasers. India rotated Prasidh for fitness; SA brought Lungi Ngidi for bite. Lineups:
India XI: Same as Ranchi, with Prasidh back.
South Africa XI: Rickelton, de Kock, de Zorzi, Markram (c), Brevis, Breetzke, Jansen, Bosch, K Maharaj, Ngidi, Baartman.
Rohit: “Chasing 350+ with dew? Game on.” But India’s batters fired first.
India’s Power-Packed 358/5: Kohli-Gaikwad Double Ton Delight
Openers Jaiswal (28) and Rohit (40) laid 68 in 12 overs. Gaikwad, promoted to No. 3, exploded: 105 off 83 (12x4s, 2x6s, SR 126.50) – his maiden ODI ton! A 195-run stand with Kohli (102 off 93) followed. Kohli, chasing his 53rd hundred, milked singles before unleashing: seven fours, two sixes, including a straight drive off Jansen that kissed the sightscreen.
Post-200/2 at 30 overs, the duo slowed (dew-dried ball gripped), but KL Rahul ignited the death: 66* off 43 (6x4s, 2x6s, SR 153). Jadeja (24* off 27) played second fiddle. Total: 358/5 at 7.16 RPO – highest at Raipur. Extras: 24 (20 wides!).
Partnerships Table:
| Wicket | Batsmen | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Rohit & Jaiswal | 68 | 72 |
| 2nd | Gaikwad & Kohli | 195 | 146 |
| 3rd | Rahul & Jadeja | 95 | 62 |
SA Bowling Table:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Jansen | 10 | 63 | 2 | 6.30 |
| L Ngidi | 10 | 51 | 1 | 5.10 |
| N Burger | 8.2 | 85 | 2 | 10.20 |
| K Maharaj | 10 | 70 | 0 | 7.00 |
| C Bosch | 8 | 79 | 0 | 9.87 |
SA’s Epic Chase: Markram’s Maturity, Brevis’ Blitz
Target 359? SA lost de Kock early (26, Arshdeep), but Breetzke (68 off 74) and Markram rebuilt with 127 in 20.5 overs. Markram, criticized post-Ranchi, redeemed: 110 off 98 (10x4s, 4x6s, SR 112) – his first chase ton. Dewald Brevis then turned beast-mode: 54 off 34 (1×4, 5x6s, SR 158.82), including three sixes off Prasidh in over 38 (28 runs!).
Wobble at 289/5 (Sundar run-out), but Bosch (29* off 15, SR 193!) and Maharaj (10*) sealed it with four balls left. Bosch’s winning four – a full-blooded drive – sparked wild celebrations.
Key Passages Table:
| Overs | Runs | Wickets | Key Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-10 | 52 | 1 | De Kock out |
| 11-30 | 175 | 2 | Markram 50 |
| 31-40 | 98 | 2 | Brevis blitz |
| 41-50 | 37/1 | 1 | Bosch finish |
Player Ratings:
- Aiden Markram: 10/10 – Captain’s knock.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: 9.5/10 – Maiden magic.
- Dewald Brevis: 9/10 – Future star.
- Prasidh Krishna: 5/10 – Leaked 85.
Quotes:
- Markram: “Felt responsible after Ranchi – this one’s for the boys.” (Cricbuzz)
- Gaikwad: “Confident at No.4 – management’s faith paid off.”
- Rohit: “Toss huge factor; dew changed everything.”
Raipur’s 720-run aggregate? Highest India-SA ODI ever. SA’s third-highest chase globally. Pure adrenaline!
Dive deeper on Cricbuzz’s Raipur match center.
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3rd ODI Highlights: Visakhapatnam Victory – Jaiswal’s Ton Seals India’s Series Triumph (1,100 words)
December 6, Visakhapatnam’s ACA-VDCA Stadium. Visakhapatnam ODI 2025 Series decider under blazing sun, then humid night. India finally won a toss (Rahul’s left-hand spin trick worked!), bowled first, and dismantled SA for 270. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s unbeaten 116* and Kohli’s 65* (SR 144!) chased it in 39.5 overs – a 9-wicket romp. India clinched the South Africa tour of India 2025/26 2-1, avenging the Tests.
Toss Twist and Lineups
Rahul: “Left-hand toss FTW!” India fielded; SA unchanged bar Subrayen for Maharaj.
India XI: Unchanged. SA XI: Rickelton, de Kock, de Zorzi, Markram, Brevis, Breetzke, Jansen, Bosch, P Subrayen, Ngidi, Baartman.
SA’s Struggles: De Kock Lone Warrior
Arshdeep edged Rickelton first ball. De Kock (106 off 89, 8x4s, 6x6s) fought solo – his 7th ton vs India. But Kuldeep (4/41) and Prasidh (4/66) tore through: Breetzke lbw, Markram chipped to Kohli. Lower order crumbled – 270 in 47.5.
SA Batting Table:
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s/6s |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q de Kock | 106 | 89 | 8/6 |
| M Breetzke | 48 | 67 | 4/0 |
| M Jansen | 20 | 25 | 1/1 |
| C Bosch | 18 | 22 | 1/1 |
India Bowling Table:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuldeep Yadav | 10 | 41 | 4 | 4.10 |
| Prasidh K | 9.5 | 66 | 4 | 6.71 |
| Arshdeep S | 8 | 36 | 1 | 4.50 |
| H Rana | 10 | 70 | 0 | 7.00 |
| R Jadeja | 10 | 44 | 1 | 4.40 |
India’s Clinical Chase: Jaiswal Joins Elite, Kohli’s No-Look Six Steals Show
Rohit (75 off 73) and Jaiswal opened fire – 109/0 in 20 overs. Rohit fell post-fifty, but Jaiswal (116* off 121, 12x4s, 2x6s) became India’s 6th all-format centurion. Kohli joined for 162* unbroken: 65* off 45 (6x4s, 3x6s), including a “no-look” six off Ngidi that broke X (5M+ views). Chase done in 39.5 – 61 balls spare.
Partnerships: 1st: 109 (Rohit-Jaiswal); 2nd: 162* (Jaiswal-Kohli).
Ratings:
- Jaiswal: 10/10 – Composed genius.
- Kuldeep: 9.5/10 – Match-winner.
- De Kock: 8/10 – Solo effort.
Quotes:
- Jaiswal: “Dream come true – learned from Rohit bhai.” (India Today)
- Kohli: “Best phase in 2-3 years – mind’s free.”
- Rahul: “Bowlers’ bunches of wickets key.”
India’s home streak: 19 bilateral ODI series unbeaten!
India vs South Africa 3rd ODI 2025 Recap!
Batting Stars & Records: Kohli’s 302 – The Series’ Beating Heart
Virat Kohli 2025 ODI Series Virat Kohli didn’t just play; he dominated. 302 runs @151 avg, SR 117 – two tons, one fifty, 12 sixes (series-high). First to 300+ in 3-match bilateral vs SA. Jaiswal’s 156 @78, Rohit’s 146 @48.66 with record sixes. SA’s Breetzke (164 @54.66), Markram (118).
Most Runs Table:
| Player | Team | Inns | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V Kohli | IND | 3 | 302 | 135 | 151 | 117.05 | 2 | 1 |
| M Breetzke | SA | 3 | 164 | 72 | 54.66 | 98.20 | 0 | 2 |
| Y Jaiswal | IND | 3 | 156 | 116* | 78 | 89.14 | 1 | 0 |
| R Sharma | IND | 3 | 146 | 75 | 48.66 | 110.60 | 0 | 2 |
| KL Rahul | IND | 2 | 126 | 66* | 126 | 127.27 | 0 | 2 |
| D Brevis | SA | 3 | 120 | 54 | 40 | 131.86 | 0 | 1 |
| A Markram | SA | 3 | 118 | 110 | 39.33 | 101.72 | 1 | 0 |
| Q de Kock | SA | 3 | 114 | 106 | 38 | 111.76 | 1 | 0 |
| R Gaikwad | IND | 2 | 113 | 105 | 56.50 | 116.49 | 1 | 0 |
| C Bosch | SA | 3 | 105 | 67 | 52.50 | 134.61 | 0 | 1 |
High Scores Table:
| Player | Runs | Balls | SR | Vs | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V Kohli | 135 | 120 | 112.50 | SA | Ranchi |
| Y Jaiswal | 116* | 121 | 95.86 | SA | Vizag |
| A Markram | 110 | 98 | 112.24 | IND | Raipur |
| Q de Kock | 106 | 89 | 119.10 | IND | Vizag |
| R Gaikwad | 105 | 83 | 126.50 | SA | Raipur |
Most Sixes: Kohli (12), Brevis (9).
Kohli Milestones: 12th Player of Series award; most ODI tons (53).
Kohli’s interview on India Today.
Bowling Heroes: Kuldeep’s Spin Storm & Pace Partners
Kuldeep Yadav Wickets 2025 Kuldeep Yadav: 9 wickets @20.77, two 4-fers – first Indian wristie vs SA. Prasidh (7 @28.42), Arshdeep (5 @30.80). SA’s Jansen (4 @44.50).
Most Wickets Table:
| Player | Team | Overs | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K Yadav | IND | 30.0 | 9 | 4/41 | 20.77 | 6.23 | 20.0 |
| P Krishna | IND | 25.3 | 7 | 4/66 | 28.42 | 7.80 | 21.8 |
| A Singh | IND | 28.0 | 5 | 2/54 | 30.80 | 5.50 | 33.6 |
| M Jansen | SA | 28.0 | 4 | 2/63 | 44.50 | 6.35 | 42.0 |
| H Rana | IND | 28.0 | 4 | 3/65 | 44.75 | 6.39 | 42.0 |
Best Figures: Kuldeep 4/41 (Vizag), Prasidh 4/66.
Analysis: India’s spinners exploited SA’s top-order woes; pacers shone in bursts.
Every Record Shattered: 25+ Milestones from the Series
- Highest Match Aggregate India-SA: 720 (Raipur) – beats 681 (Ranchi).
- Joint-Highest Chase vs India: 359 (Raipur) – equals SL 2009.
- Most ODI Tons in 3-Match Bilateral: 6 (joint with PAK-AUS 2022).
- Kohli’s Feat: First 300+ runs in 3-match vs SA; most sixes in series (12).
- Most Sixes in 3-Match Bilateral: 63 (joint 2nd all-time).
- SA’s Recovery Record: 332 from 11/3 (Ranchi) – 3rd highest post-3 wkts under 15.
- Jaiswal All-Format Ton: 6th Indian (after Kohli, Rohit).
- Rohit Sixes: Breaks Afridi’s record (304).
- Kuldeep 2 4-fers vs SA: First Indian spinner.
- Highest Team Total at Raipur: 362/6 (SA).
- Most 50+ from No.7+ for SA: Jansen (70) & Bosch (67) – joins Klusener legends.
- India’s Home Streak: 19th bilateral ODI series win.
- De Kock vs India: 7th ton – most by visitor.
- Fastest SA 50: Jansen 39 balls (Ranchi).
- Brevis SR: 158.82 (54 off 34, Raipur).
- Most Extras by India: 24 (Raipur).
- Highest Vizag Aggregate: 541.
- Kohli Unbeaten 50s: Joint 37 (most).
- India 2nd Wicket Stands in Chases: 162* (Vizag) – Kohli’s 3rd 100+ in such.
- SA 300+ Post-Collapse: 3rd time from <15/3.
- Most 30+ from No.4+ in Innings: 5 (Ranchi SA).
- Prasidh 4-fer in Vizag: Bounces back from 85-run hiding.
- Rahul Toss Trick: Ends 21-loss streak.
- Series Sixes: 63 – 3rd highest bilateral.
- Kohli vs SA ODIs: 7 tons – most.
These aren’t just numbers; they’re what make cricket eternal. (Source: Cricbuzz stats)
Quick Hits South Africa tour of India 2025 ODI Series
- Who won the South Africa tour of India 2025 ODI series? India won 2-1, sealing it with a 9-wicket thrashing in Vizag.
- Who was Player of the Series? Virat Kohli (302 runs, 2x100s).
- What was the highest score in the series? SA’s 362/6 in Raipur chase.
- Did Kohli score a century? Yes, two – 135 (Ranchi), 102 (Raipur).
- Highest chase? SA’s 362 vs India’s 358 (Raipur).
- Most wickets? Kuldeep Yadav (9).
- Jaiswal’s milestone? Maiden ODI ton (116* Vizag).
- SA’s best performer? Markram (110 in chase).
- Total sixes? 63 – Kohli top with 12.
- Next? T20Is start Dec 9!
Team Analysis: What the South Africa Tour Means for 2027 WC
India’s depth shone: Middle order (Kohli, Rahul, Gaikwad) averaged 80+. New ball? Rana-Prasidh-Arshdeep combo promising post-Bumrah/Shami. Jaiswal’s arrival eases opener woes. Rohit-Kohli’s farewell form? Priceless for Champions Trophy 2025. Weakness: Death bowling leaky (7.80 econ).
SA’s template: Aggressive (SR 95+), but top-order fragile (11/3 twice). Brevis (120 @132 SR), Breetzke (164) – youth blueprint. Markram’s captaincy grew; Jansen all-rounder gem. For 2027 WC co-hosts SA, this shows they can punch up.
Captaincy Notes: Rohit’s calm vs Markram’s bold calls. Predicted Tweaks: India adds Karun Nair? SA grooms Burger full-time.
This series? A WC teaser – India favorites, SA spoilers.
FAQ: Your South Africa Tour of India 2025 ODI Series Questions Answered
Who won the South Africa tour of India 2025 ODI series? India vs South Africa 2025 ODI Highlights India won the 3-match ODI series 2–1 against South Africa. They sealed the series with a dominant 9-wicket victory in Visakhapatnam after South Africa had leveled it with a record chase in Raipur.
Who was the Player of the Series in India vs South Africa 2025 ODIs? Virat Kohli was named Player of the Series for his sensational 302 runs in 3 innings at an average of 151, including two centuries (135 & 102) and 12 sixes – the highest aggregate ever in a 3-match bilateral series against South Africa.
What was the highest successful chase in South Africa tour of India 2025 ODI Series? South Africa pulled off the highest successful chase on Indian soil in the series when they hunted down 359 (India’s 358/5) by 4 wickets in Raipur – the joint-second highest chase in all ODI history against India.
Did Virat Kohli score two centuries in India vs South Africa 2025 ODI series? Virat Kohli 2025 ODI Series Yes! Kohli smashed 135 in Ranchi and 102 in Raipur, becoming the first batter to score two hundreds in a 3-match bilateral ODI series against South Africa since Sachin Tendulkar in 2000.
What is the highest match aggregate in India vs South Africa ODI history? The Raipur ODI produced a record 720 runs for 11 wickets (India 358/5 + South Africa 362/6) – the highest-ever match aggregate in any India–South Africa bilateral ODI.
Who scored the fastest fifty in the South Africa tour of India 2025 ODIs? Marco Jansen blasted a 39-ball 70 for South Africa in Ranchi – the fastest fifty by a South African No. 7 or lower in ODIs and the quickest fifty of the series.
How many wickets did Kuldeep Yadav take in India vs South Africa 2025 ODI series? Kuldeep Yadav Wickets 2025 Kuldeep Yadav finished as the leading wicket-taker with 9 wickets in 3 matches at an average of 20.77, including two four-wicket hauls (4/41 & 4/68) – the first Indian wrist-spinner to achieve this feat against South Africa.
Did Yashasvi Jaiswal score his maiden ODI century against South Africa in 2025? Jaiswal Maiden ODI Century Yes, Yashasvi Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 116* off 121 balls in Visakhapatnam, guiding India to a 9-wicket win and becoming only the 6th Indian to score a century in all three international formats.
What was the biggest margin of victory in the 2025 India vs South Africa ODI series? India’s 9-wicket win in Visakhapatnam (chasing 271 in just 39.5 overs) was the largest margin by wickets in the series and India’s most commanding performance of the tour.
How many sixes were hit in the South Africa tour of India 2025 ODI series? A staggering 63 sixes were hit across the three matches – one of the highest in any 3-match bilateral ODI series, with Virat Kohli alone smashing 12 maximums.
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