In Cricket, India thrashed South Africa by a staggering 135 runs in the fourth and final T20 International at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg last night. With the win, India have clinched the four-match series 3-1.
Opting to bat first, India posted a huge total of 283 for the loss of one wicket in stipulated 20 overs. Tilak Verma scored a dazzling 120 off 47 balls while opener Sanju Samson contributed a blistering 109 off 56 balls. The left-right combo forged an unbeaten 210 runs partnership, the highest for any wicket in India’s T20 International history. India’s onslaught included a record-breaking 23 sixes, the most ever in a T20 International between two Full Member sides.
In response, South Africa were bundled out for a mere 148 in 18.2 overs. Arshdeep Singh spearheaded India’s bowling attack with figures of 3 wickets, while Varun Chakravarthy and Axar Patel chipped in with two wickets each. Tristan Stubbs, with 43 runs was the top scorer for the hosts. Tilak Verma was adjudged player of the match.
