The second ode in between India and South Africa It turned out to be a memorable performance for the Indian fans at Raupur Travel Giikwad The girl produced a batting masterclass to register her ODI century. After a quiet outing in the series opener in Ranchi, the stylish right-hander displayed exceptional timing, impressiveness and to reach three figures in just 77 balls, sending the Raipur crowd into a frenzy. Brilliantly supported Virat Kohli On the other hand, Gaikwad’s knock laid a solid platform for India to push the massive total for the series clash.
Ruturaj Gaikwad’s daughter face indifferent raipur crowd
Gaikwad announced his arrival on the big stage with his landmark in just 17 extra balls after reaching his half-century. His innings, studded with 12 boundaries and 2 sixes, was a perfect blend of elegance and controlled aggression.
The milestone was not only significant for India, but also for Australia’s Gaikwad, who also surpassed Australia Michael bevan Noting the highest list of batting averages in the world (58.02). The achievement further cemented India’s reputation as one of the most consistent modern white-ball batsmen.
Coming off a disappointing 8-run rot in the first Odi, Gaikwad’s return to form was too much. He begins cautiously, beginning with emphatic clarity once he sets his shots. At the end he delivered 83 deliveries to a standing ovation from his teammates and spectators, 105 off for 83 deliveries.
Virat Kohli continues his golden run of centuries
If Gaikwad set his hundred ton, Kohli ensured that India maintained complete command. Fresh off his 52nd ODI hundred in the series opener, Kohli continued his dream by hitting his 53rd century in Raipur.
Displaying vintage fluidity, impeccable placement and an unflappable composure, the former India captain forged a defining partnership with Gaikwad to keep the South African bowlers under relentless pressure. Kohli’s century only heightened the excitement inside the stadium to mark a celebration for Indian cricket fans.
A South African Kayaker earlier in the day Temba Bavuma Frustration won and he decided to go ahead, hoping to exploit the early morning conditions. The visitors made three changes – back with Bavuma himself Keshav Maharaj and Success. The trio has been replaced Prenelan Subrayen, Ryan Rickelton and Ottniel Baartman South Africa aim to bounce back from defeat in the first ODI.
India opted for continuity, fielding the same XI that brought them success in Ranchi. Interestingly, this match, the 20th consecutive Series Toss that India have lost in ODIS, continued to surprise fans and analysts alike.
See also: Virat Kohli lights up Raipur with glorious six in 2nd Odi IND
Here is the reaction of the fans:
Congratulations on the first Odi tone, @ Ruutu1331!
First of all. 💯🔥 pic.twitter.com/afs1vx2oep
– MAYACK AGARWAL (@MayanKcricket) December 3, 2025
Scoring a hundred in a position that never sinks shows the type this man has. Up 💯 Ruturaj Gaekwad 👏 pic.twitter.com/3wcqapsw67
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) December 3, 2025
Maiden ODI century Ruturaj Gaikwad. 👏#indvssa #viratkohli #rohitsharma #shubmangill #bharatarmy #Coti 🇮🇳 #rishabhpant #jaspritbumrah #dhoni #ruturajqaikwad pic.twitter.com/fa7ogwj2tj
– Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) December 3, 2025
What a comeback @ Ruutu1331 Marks his return to the Indian squad after a long gap with a stunning 100 against South Africa in Raipur. A brilliant display of timing, temperament and pure class. He is indeed emerging as one of India’s most reliable young talents.@Bcci… pic.twitter.com/6fuihhev0o
– Om Prakash Bakoria (@ombakoria) December 3, 2025
Smash-Hit maiden ODI century by Rituraj Gaikwad. Only in the side because of Gill’s injury, but we will definitely see him playing more often
– CricketWallah (@cricketwallah) December 3, 2025
One cent ode to Ruturaj gaikwad#Indvsa #Ruturajqaikwad #Crickettwitter pic.twitter.com/ybv6b60udq
– CricketTimes.com (@crickettimeshq) December 3, 2025
well played @ Ruutu1331 💙🦁
No one will ask your capabilities anymore 🥱 pic.twitter.com/gbmzbsgvb4
– Ayyappan (@ayyappan_1504) December 3, 2025
To all who hold him dear, 🫂
Who stayed, whose table, the sky, 🥹
This face is the cheerful one you have been waiting for a long time, 🥳
Ruth returns. A spark that is now a fire. 🔥 💯#HistlePod #Indvsa pic.twitter.com/pmxzpwfthu– Chennai Super Kings (@chennaiipl) December 3, 2025
Standing ovation from the crowd..
A shot to remember..
Brilliant, absolutely brilliant..
well played @ Ruutu1331… !! pic.twitter.com/vjjwhhi3f49– 𝑻𝑯𝑨𝑳𝑨 (@vidadhar_r) December 3, 2025
Girl Odi Hundred and 𝐰𝐡𝐭𝐭 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤 👏
📸: @Bcci
(Ruturaj Gaikwad | Ind VS SA | Play with Fire) pic.twitter.com/pgx33lwxpf
– Sunrisers Hyderabad (@sunrisers) December 3, 2025
Girl ODI century! 💯🥳
Beat something special from Ruturaj Gaikwad! 🔥
Updates ▶️ https://t.co/obs0ns6sqr#Teamindia | #Indvsa | @Idfcfirstbank pic.twitter.com/cnihlr5jge
– BCCI (@bcci) December 3, 2025
Celebrating Ruturaj Gaikwad’s face by Ruturaj Kohli. 🥹❤️ pic.twitter.com/qcb2prixaa
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 3, 2025
100 for Ruturaj gaikwad pic.twitter.com/igvjh784du
– Heisenberg ☢ (@INTERNETUMPIRE) December 3, 2025
Very decent century ruturaj gaikwad. 🤌🏻👌🏻 pic.twitter.com/2fbbei1nrw
– sarcasm (@sarcastic_us) December 3, 2025
Ruturaj Gaikwad Haters are here to stay pic.twitter.com/iiim39zr6a
– Homie (@homelander_yyy) December 3, 2025
First one day international century Ruturaj Gaikwad 😭😭🔥🔥
I love you bro @ Ruutu1331
pic.twitter.com/5jcdppqdx7– `(@worshipdhoni) December 3, 2025
This is what the game gives to the people who are committed against it.
Ruturaj Gaikwad scored a ton at the domestic levels. His lack of luck was something he had to face until the big time in Indian cricket.
However, he continued. This is his moment @ Ruutu1331 To touch 💙💙 pic.twitter.com/qrcsqsuniq
– Archit (@inswinginmenace) December 3, 2025
– repeatedly ignored
– so much politics against him
– It is performed consistently in Domesteria
– mandatory selectors with consistent performance
– He returned from the centuryThis Ruturaj Gaikwad prince 🤴🔥🙌. pic.twitter.com/uzwljdmedg
– Baba Tillu 🤖 (@ govindjoshi45) December 3, 2025
Talent is patient.
Ruturaj Gaikwad waited for 803 days, remained silent, worked hard and scored his first Odi 100 today.
Simple lesson: keep showing up. The big ones always do. 👑💯 #Ruturajqaikwad pic.twitter.com/iutdn03h49
– Cricbharat (@dilprabhat88) December 3, 2025
The future is in good hands. Ruturaj Gaikwad is here to stay. pic.twitter.com/lmpygjcgnt
– verbless⁴⁵ (@ ozflesscricket) December 3, 2025
Trade Gaikwad 🔥 pic.twitter.com/bethfdgq17
– from context cricket (@gemsofcricket) December 3, 2025
Ruturaj Gaikwad Since Arrival 👇
100 in Buchi Babu cup
-200 Duleep Trophy works in SF
-298 runs in Ranji Trophy (4 matches)
-210 Odi series vs sa a (3 matches)
– Scored 100 against SA
The comeback king. pic.twitter.com/joaehz9cea
– Ajay Pawanist 🐆 (@pivəing699) December 3, 2025
Kohli has scored more hundreds than Ruturaj Gaikwad than Gaikwad pic.twitter.com/7sy3xjkpuc
– `(@chixxsay) December 3, 2025
Watch the batting aesthetics from both ends when Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad crease. pic.twitter.com/cdksgjj5gp
– Abhishek (@msdianabhiii) December 3, 2025
Ruturaj gaikwad pic.twitter.com/3yh2yqynhf
– Sagar (@Sagarcasm) December 3, 2025
Rutura Gaikwad 💯 pic.twitter.com/n0jr5kigtx
– DXP (@DriveXpull) December 3, 2025
Good ruturaj gaikwad 👏#Indvsa pic.twitter.com/mtsh2oc9nx
– 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@shebas_10dulkar) December 3, 2025
When! A special shot for raising a girl oi tone @ Ruutu1331! pic.twitter.com/n1bh5zfjam
– KolkataknightRiders (@kkriders) December 3, 2025
Strong whip batting @ Ruutu1331 @imvkohli 🏏👌
– Sunandan Lele (@sunandanlele) December 3, 2025
Bro broke his best form in international cricket
😭😭😭😭😭💙💙💙💙💙🔥🔥🔥🔥Thank you @ Ruutu1331 pic.twitter.com/pwdphygkos
– Kunal Bishwal 🇦🇷💙❤️ (@kunalbishwal07) December 3, 2025
Based on a doubt about Ruturaj Gaekwad’s ability, but what stands out is (a), 100 from his normal position (b), from the day he stood out @ Ruutu1331 #Indvssaodi
– Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) December 3, 2025
The secret of the season
Captain of Welldone 🫡Gill pills are all useless for urine sake@ Ruutu1331
– Deepanshu Singh (@isinghdeepanshu) December 3, 2025
He played well @ Ruutu1331
I would like to see you in the 2027 squad#Indvsa pic.twitter.com/sdwnismzhe– ᴼⁿᵉᵃᵈᴴᵇᶦᵗ (@Being__Mukesh) December 3, 2025
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