In this intense India vs South Africa 3rd ODI, spinner Kuldeep Yadav delivered a superb spell, removing dewald brevis and Marco Jansen in the space of three balls. His sudden burst left South Africa unsettled and unable to build momentum. Each delivery carried sharp turn and control, adding pressure with every over.

The game further shifted when Prasidh Krishna made a strong comeback. Backed by KL Rahul and Gautam Gambhir’s trust, he produced a fiery second spell, picking up four crucial wickets. His improved rhythm broke the middle order and added to South Africa’s growing problems.

Despite a brilliant 106 by Quinton de Kock, South Africa’s innings struggled to stay stable. Wickets kept falling around him, leaving the team unable to stretch their total. Once steady, their batting collapsed quickly, and the visitors were bowled out for 270.

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Towards the end of the India vs South Africa innings, only Keshav Maharaj and Lungi Ngidi remained, but they found it difficult to add meaningful runs. India’s bowlers maintained full control and kept South Africa from building late momentum.

As the match moved forward, the momentum swung strongly in India’s favour, setting the stage for an exciting chase in this high-pressure encounter.

Kuldeep’s quick strikes, especially the wicket of Dewald Brevis, changed the match flow. Prasidh again showed confidence and control. South Africa never recovered even after de Kock’s century. India’s bowlers kept steady pressure and now hold a clear advantage in this contest.