SAMSON'S SIX-FEST: India Thrashes South Africa in T20I Opener
India vs South Africa 1st T20I: Sanju Samson's Record-Breaking Century Seals Dominant Victory
India defeated South Africa by 61 runs in the first T20I, thanks to Sanju Samson's explosive century and India's clinical bowling performance.
Chasing 203, South Africa managed 141 all out in 17.5 overs, giving India a 1-0 lead in the four-match series.
Samson's Record-Breaking Innings
Samson's 107 off 50 balls featured 10 sixes and 7 fours, equalling Rohit Sharma's record for most sixes in a T20I innings by an Indian player.
India's Bowling Heroes
Varun Chakaravarthy (3/25) and Ravi Bishnoi (3/28) led India's bowling charge, dismantling South Africa's middle order.
Match Statistics
Team | Score |
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India | 202/8 (20 overs) |
South Africa | 141 all out (17.5 overs) |