IND vs SA 2025, 1st ODI: India post a mammoth 349, Virat Kohli scores a record-breaking century

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mahi

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Virat Kohli scored a stellar 52nd ODI century

IND vs SA 2025: Virat Kohli scored a stellar 52nd ODI century, scoring 135 runs, helping India post a mammoth total of 349/8 in 50 overs against South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi

IND vs SA 2025: Kohli smashed 11 fours and seven sixes, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most centuries by a batsman in a single format. Rohit Sharma scored a brilliant 57, while India’s stand-in captain KL Rahul scored 60. Rohit hit three sixes, breaking the record for most sixes by a batsman in ODI history.

IND vs SA 2025: Virat Kohli scores a record-breaking century

IND vs SA 2025: India’s cricket sensation, Virat Kohli, solidified his position as a powerhouse in one-day international cricket by smashing his unprecedented 52nd ODI century in the opening match against South Africa at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi on Sunday.

IND vs SA 2025: Kohli reached his century in just 102 balls, setting several records. This was Kohli’s 52nd ODI century, his first in this format since scoring an unbeaten 100 against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy.

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The first innings looked something like this

South Africa’s bowling was mixed. They started slowly and struggled for about 20 overs. However, they made a strong comeback in the middle overs and restricted India’s scoring. However, they eventually lost control again, allowing India to score easily. Nandre Burger, Ottniel Bartman, Corbin Bosch, and Marco Jansen took two wickets each.

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India’s innings started strongly with Yashasvi Jaiswal’s boundaries, setting the tone for an aggressive approach. However, Jaiswal’s weakness against left-arm seamers was once again evident when he fell to Nandre Burger.

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The real magic happened when Virat Kohli joined Rohit Sharma in the middle, and the two went on a scoring spree, adding 136 runs for the second wicket off 109 balls. Although Ruturaj Gaikwad and Washington Sundar struggled, Kohli and KL Rahul batted explosively in the later overs. Ultimately, a crucial partnership between Ravindra Jadeja and Rahul took India to a big total.

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IND vs SA 2025, 1st ODI: India beat South Africa by 17 runs, Kuldeep Yadav takes 4 wickets

By Mahi Sharma / December 1, 2025

India has taken a 1-0 lead in the 3-match ODI series

IND vs SA 2025: India defeated South Africa by 17 runs in the first ODI in Ranchi. Virat Kohli scored a record 52nd ODI century, and fifties from Rohit Sharma and stand-in captain KL Rahul helped India post 349/8 in 50 overs. South Africa were initially reeling at 11/3 when Harshit Rana took two wickets in one over with the new ball.

IND vs SA 2025: Nevertheless, outstanding performances by Matthew Breetzke (scoring 72 runs), Marco Jansen (contributing 70 runs), and Corbin Bosch (adding 67 runs) ensured that South Africa emerged victorious in the match. Indian bowler Kuldeep Yadav achieved four wickets, with the notable dismissals of Jansen and Breetzke in the same over. Following this triumph, India secured a 1-0 lead in the three-game series. Virat Kohli was awarded Player of the Match for his exceptional century.

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IND vs SA 2025: The first innings looked like this

IND vs SA 2025: South Africa’s bowling was mixed. They started slowly and struggled for about 20 overs. However, they made a strong comeback in the middle overs and restricted India’s scoring. However, they eventually lost control again, allowing India to score easily. Nandre Burger, Ottniel Bartman, Corbin Bosch, and Marco Jansen took two wickets each.

This news update is based on reports from Crictracker

India’s innings started strongly with Yashasvi Jaiswal’s boundaries, setting the tone for an aggressive approach. However, Jaiswal’s weakness against left-arm seamers was once again exposed when he fell to Nandre Burger.

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The real magic happened when Virat Kohli joined Rohit Sharma in the middle, and the two went on a scoring spree, adding 136 runs for the second wicket off 109 balls. Although Ruturaj Gaikwad and Washington Sundar struggled, Kohli and KL Rahul batted explosively in the later overs. Ultimately, a crucial partnership between Ravindra Jadeja and Rahul took India to a big total.

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“He’s our friend!” A funny video of Rohit Sharma from Ranchi Airport goes viral

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mahi

01
Dec

A funny video of Indian cricket team star Rohit Sharma is rapidly going viral

Ahead of the ODI series against South Africa, Rohit Sharma’s light-hearted gesture shielded Shahbaz Nadeem from security, saying, “He’s taking care of us.”

A funny video of Indian cricket team star Rohit Sharma is rapidly going viral on social media. The video is from Ranchi Airport, where Rohit arrived for the first match of the three-match ODI series against South Africa. The match is to be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.

When Rohit arrived at the airport, a large number of fans had gathered to see him off. Security staff were trying to keep the fans away from Rohit to avoid overcrowding. At that very moment, former Indian player Shahbaz Nadeem arrived to receive Rohit.

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As soon as Shahbaz approached Rohit, security tried to stop him as well. Seeing this, Rohit jokingly said, “Hey brother, he’s our friend. He’s taking care of us!”

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Rohit Sharma to Shahbaz Nadeem at Ranchi airport when he comes to receive him : "Are bhai ye to hamara dost hai, ye to hamara dekhbhal Kara hai"

Rohit Sharma what a character  pic.twitter.com/41iANBDDST

— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) November 27, 2025

Everyone started smiling after hearing this. Rohit put his hand on Nadeem’s shoulder and they walked out of the airport together. The video has resonated with people and is being shared frequently on social media. Fans are praising Rohit’s simple and carefree nature.

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Rohit is very close to a major record

Rohit Sharma is now set to become the fourth Indian batsman to reach 20,000 international runs. He currently has 19,902 runs and needs just 98 more runs. India’s top batsmen with the most runs are: Sachin Tendulkar – 34,357 runs, Virat Kohli – 27,673 runs, Rahul Dravid – 24,064 runs.

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Rohit recently played a brilliant innings of 121 runs against Australia in Sydney, helping India win the match. Rohit now plays only ODI cricket, having retired from T20Is and does not play Test cricket.

Virat Kohli also plays only ODIs and will return for the South Africa series. India will be looking to regain their confidence by winning this series, as they recently suffered a 2-0 defeat against South Africa.

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IND vs SA: “Rohit and Virat’s playing brings a different energy,” Temba Bavuma said before the first ODI

By Mahi / December 1, 2025

Rohit and Kohli’s return will make the match more exciting, says Bavuma

IND vs SA: South Africa’s captain, Temba Bavuma, has expressed that the return of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to the field will bring a significant boost to the energy and excitement surrounding the upcoming ODI series between India and South Africa. The first ODI is scheduled for Sunday, November 30th. Prior to this, South Africa secured a historic 2-0 victory over India in the Test series.

IND vs SA: Bavuma said that it is a great joy for the Indian spectators that two great players, Rohit and Kohli, will be playing on Indian soil again after a long time. He said, “It is very exciting for the local fans. When two great players are on the field, the atmosphere and energy completely change.”

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IND vs SA: He stated that the South African team will develop a specific strategy against Rohit and Kohli to stop them. Bavuma said that the team is ready for this challenge and this match will be very exciting. We will prepare for them and adopt whatever strategy is necessary. The energy will be different, but it will create an exciting atmosphere, Bavuma told Star Sports.

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IND vs SA: Bavuma’s statement on captaincy

Bavuma said that nothing changes for him as captain, no matter how big the team is. He said, “As captains, nothing is different for us. We follow our plans, and the entire team works together to give their best.”

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South Africa’s ODI record in India

Out of 55 ODI matches played in India, South Africa has won 31, lost 23, and one match ended in a draw. The Test series win has further boosted South Africa’s confidence, and they will now aim to defeat India in ODIs as well.

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IND vs SA 2025, 1st ODI: South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mahi Sharma

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Dec

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad return

IND vs SA 2025: South Africa captain Aiden Markram won the toss and elected to field first against India in the first ODI of the three-match series in Ranchi on Sunday. India is all set to face South Africa in the first ODI of the three-match series in Ranchi on Sunday.

IND vs SA 2025: The hosts enter this series after suffering a humiliating 0-2 whitewash in the Test series against the Proteas. KL Rahul will captain India in this series, as captain Shubman Gill suffered a horrific neck injury during the first Test and was ruled out.

IND vs SA 2025: However, the biggest talking point of this series is the return of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who are now active only in the ODI format. The pair were last seen together in an ODI against Australia in October.

IND vs SA 2025: Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer are not playing due to injury. Gill is out due to neck spasms and Iyer is out for a long time due to a spleen injury sustained in Australia.

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IND vs SA 2025: A look at the teams

South Africa (Playing XI): Ryan Rickelton, Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Aiden Markram (captain), Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Prenellan Subrayan, Nandre Burger, Otneil Baartman

India (Playing XI): Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Washington Sundar, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna

This news update is based on reports from Crictracker

Pitch Report

The pitch at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi is a very balanced wicket, offering extra advantage to the bowlers. The outfield here has generally been slow, meaning batsmen need to find the gaps with precision and power to get the most out of their runs.

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The only total over 300 at this venue came in 2019 when Australia faced India. Therefore, the team winning the toss and restricting the opposition to under 300 could still be a deciding factor at this venue.

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Manoj Tiwari raised questions about Mohammed Shami’s absence, saying there was a “lack of trust within the team”

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Mahi

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Serious questions raised about the selectors’ transparency in excluding a senior player without clear information: Tiwari

Manoj Tiwari: Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwari has raised serious questions about Team India’s selection and communication system. He says that the selectors neither provided a clear reason nor properly communicated with the players for excluding an experienced bowler like Mohammed Shami from the team.

Manoj Tiwari: Shami, who jointly took the most wickets for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy, has not been part of the team in any format since then. His performance in domestic cricket has been impressive, with 20 wickets in just four matches in the Ranji Trophy this season.

Tiwari questioned the selection process after Shami’s exclusion

Manoj Tiwari expressed concerns about Mohammed Shami’s exclusion from the Test and ODI squads for the Australia tour, despite his impressive performances. Tiwari suggested that there may be a lack of trust and understanding within the team, given Shami’s consistent wicket-taking ability. He questioned the selection process, noting that Shami’s omission from both squads seems puzzling considering his strong contributions on the field.

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Earlier, chief selector Ajit Agarkar had said that the panel doesn’t have a clear update on Shami’s fitness. According to Agarkar, “We know what Shami can do, but he needs to play regular cricket.”

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But Tiwari disagrees with this argument. He said that providing fitness updates is the job of the trainer and physio, not the player himself. He said, “If the selectors say they don’t have a fitness update, whose responsibility is it? They could have at least called the player and asked.”

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Tiwari believes that senior players like Shami, who have contributed to India for years, should be treated with more respect and transparent communication. Shami’s last red-ball match was the 2023 WTC final, after which he has been out of India’s Test team. Many former players and fans are also raising questions on the selection system regarding this situation.

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Yusuf Pathan inaugurated the 38th center of the Cricket Academy of Pathans in Dibrugarh, Assam

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Mahi

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The former Indian all-rounder’s presence energized young players, with CAP now poised to take cricket training to a new level in Northeast India

Yusuf Pathan: The Cricket Academy of Pathans (CAP) today took another major step in Northeast India by inaugurating its 38th center in Dibrugarh, Assam. The new center, opened at Sansys Smart School, marks CAP’s second center in the Northeast region. The initiative aims to provide world-class coaching and proper guidance to young cricketers in the region.

Yusuf Pathan: Former Indian all-rounder and co-founder of CAP, Yusuf Pathan, was present at the inauguration ceremony. His presence magnified the enthusiasm of the young players present. Speaking on the occasion, Yusuf Pathan said, “Our aim is to transform India from a sports-loving nation to a sports-playing nation. This new center will lay a strong foundation for young cricketers in Assam, providing them with the right training, technique, discipline, and skills.”

Yusuf Pathan: CAP has trained over 16,000 players so far and has helped more than 475 players reach the Ranji Trophy, IPL, and other major tournaments. Three CAP players also represented the U-19 Rajasthan team in the recently held Vinoo Mankad Trophy.

CAP Managing Director Harit Vasudev explained that the academy’s primary objective is to unleash untapped talent from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities across the country. By opening a center in Dibrugarh, CAP is addressing the lack of sports facilities in the region, ensuring every talented player has the opportunity to pursue a career.

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CAP accelerates the opening of new centers with modern technology and scholarships

He further explained that this new center will be equipped with modern technologies, including advanced technology like Stance Beam, which will provide players with real-time data and performance analysis.

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CAP recently partnered with the Ten X You sportswear brand to provide sponsorship and additional support to players. CAP has also collaborated with a leading foundation in the country to launch a pan-India scholarship program, ensuring financial constraints are not a barrier to a player’s dreams.

This news update is based on reports from Crictracker

The academy is preparing to open more than 25 new centers across the country soon. In the coming months, new CAP centers will be launched in Hyderabad, Brahmapur (Odisha), Madhubani (Bihar), Karimnagar, and Kolkata. This initiative is considered a major step towards strengthening the cricketing future of Northeast India.

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40 lakh rupees fraud in Shikhar Dhawan’s name, FIR filed against former employee and startup CEO

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Mahi

21
Nov

Major fraud perpetrated by misleading brands through fake endorsement deals and forged documents, including illegal use of Dhawan’s photos

Shikhar Dhawan: A major fraud involving former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has come to light. Based on a complaint filed by Dhawan’s company, DaOne Group, police have registered an FIR against the CEO of a Gurugram-based startup and Dhawan’s former employee. Both face serious charges of fraud amounting to approximately 40 lakh rupees, creating fake documents, and illegally using Dhawan’s photos.

Shikhar Dhawan: According to the complaint, the two accused, posing as authorized representatives of Shikhar Dhawan, fraudulently renewed his expired endorsement deal with a brand. The deal was renewed with the company in March 2025, even though Dhawan had no active contract at the time.

When Shikhar Dhawan arrived in Dubai during the Asia Cup 2025, he saw his photos and videos promoting the brand on stadium screens. Dhawan was shocked to see this, as he had not signed any such new agreement.

Former Employee Misappropriated Relationships

The complaint states that Dhawan’s former employee, who now runs a company called Elevate Athletes Creators Ecosystem, misused Dhawan’s name and his former position. He also created a fake representation agreement (dated December 20, 2024), claiming that his company had exclusive rights to Dhawan’s endorsements.

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The brand was falsely assured that the deal was genuine, after which the company paid ₹40 lakh, and the accused kept the entire amount. Dhawan’s original contract was from April 16, 2024, to April 15, 2025. This contract was signed by his former employee when he was the CEO of DaOne Group. After his resignation in September 2024, he no longer had any rights.

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Upon receiving the complaint, the police registered a case under sections of fraud, forgery, and criminal conspiracy. Police stated that both accused will be summoned for questioning and legal action will be taken.

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DaOne Group also expressed concern that the accused may still possess fraudulent documents that they could use to defraud other companies. Therefore, the police have been asked to immediately recover them.

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IND vs SA 2025: Shubman Gill ruled out of Guwahati Test! Reports doubt his participation in the ODI series

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Mahi

21
Nov

The second Test between India and South Africa will be played in Guwahati, Kolkata, from November 22nd

IND vs SA 2025: Indian Test captain Shubman Gill arrived in Guwahati with the team on Wednesday. The second match of the ongoing two-match Test series between India and South Africa will be played here from November 22nd. Although Gill has traveled with the team, his participation in the second Test is still uncertain.

IND vs SA 2025: It is worth noting that Gill is currently recovering from a neck injury he suffered while batting on the second day of the first Test against South Africa in Kolkata last week. Gill complained of neck stiffness after playing just three balls, ruling him out of the remainder of the match.

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IND vs SA 2025: Meanwhile, the BCCI medical team will monitor his condition before the second Test, which begins on Saturday. The board stated that a decision on his participation in the series-deciding match will be made later this week.

This news update is based on reports from Crictracker

IND vs SA 2025: Shubman Gill was seen wearing a neck brace while arriving at Kolkata airport on Wednesday morning. However, when he arrived in Guwahati, he was not fitted with medical equipment. This had raised some hope among fans, but recent reports may once again dampen their enthusiasm.

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According to a report in India Today, sources have stated that Shubman Gill will be out of the second Test and his participation in the three-match ODI series against South Africa remains doubtful. It has been stated that the team management is unwilling to take any risks given the busy international calendar. Gill may also be rested for the ODI series to give the right-handed batsman time to fully recover before the upcoming matches.

IND vs SA 2025: Sudharshan or Padikkal may get a chance

On the other hand, if Shubman Gill is ruled out of the Guwahati Test, Sai Sudharshan or Devdutt Padikkal could be included in the team. It will be interesting to see which player Team India will play in place of Gill in the second Test match?

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