Varun Chakaravarthy's double strike sinks South Africa's chase

In a thrilling T20I showdown, India set South Africa a challenging target of 232 runs. Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson got things rolling with a fiery start, while Tilak Varma anchored the innings with 73 runs. Hardik Pandya then exploded with 63 off just 25 balls! Varun Chakaravarthy's double strike turned the tide, helping India defend their total and win by 30 runs, clinching the series 3-1.

Quick rundown

1.Varun Chakaravarthy's double strike turned the game.

2.Aiden Markram's review was unsuccessful.

3.India sealed the series with a 30-run win.

4.Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya's partnership was crucial.

5.Chakaravarthy's four wickets came at a cost of 53 runs.

Varun's googly leaves Jansen stunned as India dominates Dharamsala
Varun's googly leaves Jansen stunned as India dominates Dharamsala
In a jaw-dropping showdown, Varun Chakaravarthy sent Marco Jansen packing with a googly that left South Africa gasping for air during the third T20I in Dharamsala. With the Proteas crumbling to 77-7, India unleashed their bowling fury, wrapping up the innings at a mere 117 runs. Varun celebrated his 50th T20I wicket like a champ, while Arshdeep and Harshit joined the party. What a spectacle!
04:25 pm on Sunday, 14 December, 2025
Wizard Varun's Spell: Ferreira Falls, 50th Wicket Achieved
Wizard Varun's Spell: Ferreira Falls, 50th Wicket Achieved
In a spellbinding duel during the third T20I, Varun Chakravarthy, the wizard of spin, sent Donovan Ferreira tumbling with a magical leg-spin that struck the leg stump, marking his 50th T20I wicket! With a flick of his wand, he also vanquished Marco Jansen for just 2 runs. Meanwhile, Harshit Rana cast his own spells, dismissing Quinton de Kock and Dewald Brevis. The series stands at 1-1, with all eyes on Suryakumar Yadav to lead India to victory!
03:55 pm on Sunday, 14 December, 2025
Babu Bhaiya ka magic: Varun ne 2 for 11 se South Africa haraaya
Babu Bhaiya ka magic: Varun ne 2 for 11 se South Africa haraaya
Arre bhai, Varun Chakaravarthy ne South Africa ke saamne 2 for 11 ki kamaal ki bowling se unhe sirf 117 par rok diya! Uska mystery spin dekh ke SA ke batters toh bas confuse ho gaye, samajh nahi aaya kya ho raha hai! Babu bhaiya ki tarah shaant off-field, par pitch pe toh dhamaka kar diya! 51 T20I wickets, second-fastest Indian, Kuldeep ke peeche. Cricket mein magic chalu hai, bhai log!
04:25 pm on Sunday, 14 December, 2025
Mullanpur Enchantment: Varun's Carrom Ball Bewilders SA
Mullanpur Enchantment: Varun's Carrom Ball Bewilders SA
In a spellbinding duel at Mullanpur, the wizarding world watched as Varun Chakravarthy conjured a mesmerizing carrom ball, leaving Reeza Hendricks floundering like a Muggle at a Quidditch match. With Hendricks' stumps flying like enchanted fireworks, India seized the upper hand in the 2025 T20I series, casting a shadow over South Africa's hopes. Will they rise like a phoenix or remain under India's magical spell?
03:15 pm on Thursday, 11 December, 2025
Shivam Dube ka ek haath se catch, Hendricks ko pakda!
Shivam Dube ka ek haath se catch, Hendricks ko pakda!
Bhai log, kya baat hai! Shivam Dube ne ek haath se catch pakad ke Reeza Hendricks ko ghar bhej diya, jaise koi chaat ka plate sambhalte hue chaat masala gir gaya ho! Varun Chakaravarthy ki ball pe Hendricks ki 13 runs ki khudai khatam hui, aur South Africa ka 69-run ka partnership chhutta. Dube ka cameo bhi tha, 10 runs in 3 balls, lekin bhai, yeh catch toh sabse bada highlight hai!
05:30 pm on Friday, 19 December, 2025

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