After his incredible batting performance India put a massive 283/1 on the board, the bowler picked up where the batting left off and wreaked havoc. South Africathe pursuit of The Indian pace attack dismantled the Proteas’ top order in the power play, claiming four consecutive wickets. It left South Africa with a high task as the early gains fizzled under the mounting pressure of a huge target.
Arshdeep Singh’s magic ball for Reeza Hendricks
Young sense of pace Arshdeep Singh He was instrumental in India’s fiery start. Opening the bowling, he bowled an excellent ball to clear Reeza Hendricks for the duck. The delivery was a textbook example of accuracy and pace, pitched over middle stump with subtle movement that completely overpowered the South African opener. Attempting a defensive shot, Hendricks enraged the Wanderers crowd as the ball crashed into the stumps.
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Arshdeep’s attack continues
Arshdeep’s brilliance did not end with Hendricks. Back for the third time, he produced another devastating spell, dismissing the South African skipper. Aiden Markram For 8 runs. Looking to steady the innings, Markram was undone by a perfect full delivery that broke his defence.
On the last ball of the same over, Arshdeep was trapped Heinrich Klaasen leg-before wicket with an unplayable delivery. Known for his aggressive batting, Klaasen failed to open his account and departed for a golden duck. Arshdeep’s lone double left South Africa at 3/15.
Hardik Pandya adds to the woes
Not to be outdone, comprehensive Hardik Pandya joined the goalkeeping frenzy in the second half. Pandya was dismissed Ryan Rickelton added another blow to South Africa’s collapsing top order by just 1 run. His disciplined line and length ensured that the Proteas did not take any breathers during the powerplay.
