Hardik Pandya’s all-round performance helps India Thrash South Africa in Ahmedabad
GH News December 20, 2025 02:06 AM

New Delhi: In this thrilling T20 match between India and South Africa the Indian team scored 231/5 and restricted South Africa to 201/8 securing a 30-run victory. Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varmas explosive batting along with the bowling of Varun Chakravarthy and Jasprit Bumrah played a crucial role in this win.
Sanju and Abhishek provide a strong start
The Indian innings began with Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma. Samson scored 37 runs off 22 balls while Abhishek Sharma played a quickfire innings of 34 runs off 21 balls. The duo added 63 runs for the first wicket giving the team a solid foundation. However the team suffered a slight setback after Samson and Abhisheks dismissals.
Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandyas storm
For the third and fourth wickets Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya forged a sensational 105-run partnership. Varma scored a brilliant 73 runs off 42 balls while Hardik played a superb innings of 63 runs off 25 balls. Their aggressive batting propelled the team to 231 runs setting a challenging target for South Africa.
Varun and Bumrah shine with the ball
South Africas innings began with Quinton de Kock and Reeza Hendricks. For India Varun Chakravarthy took four wickets while Bumrah claimed two. Their bowling kept the South African team under constant pressure and ultimately restricted them to 201/8.
Decisive victory and team strength
In this match both the batting and bowling departments of the Indian team were outstanding. Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varmas explosive batting along with the classy bowling of Varun and Bumrah led India to a 30-run victory. This win demonstrates the teams balanced strategy and composure.
Story Highlights:
India defeated South Africa by 30 runs.
Hardik Pandya played a blistering innings of 63 runs off 25 balls.
Tilak Varma anchored the innings with 73 runs.
Varun Chakravarthy and Bumrah together took six crucial wickets.