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Cricket Stunner: Bail Defies Gravity in India vs SA T20!
12 Dec
Summary
- Jitesh Sharma survived a bizarre dismissal when a bail was dislodged but remained in place.
- South Africa defeated India by 51 runs, leveling the five-match series at 1-1.
- Quinton de Kock scored a brilliant 90 off 46 balls, while Tilak Varma top-scored for India with 62.
An extraordinary moment occurred in the second T20 International between India and South Africa when Indian wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma narrowly avoided dismissal. A delivery from Ottneil Baartman hit the stumps, dislodging one bail, yet it remarkably remained in place, allowing Sharma to continue his innings.
Despite this unusual reprieve, the match saw South Africa secure a commanding 51-run victory. Batting first, South Africa posted a formidable total of 213-4, driven by a stellar 90 from Quinton de Kock. India's chase fell short as they were bowled out for 162, leveling the five-match series at one apiece.
In the Indian innings, Tilak Varma was the standout performer, scoring 62 runs. South Africa's strong finish, adding 49 runs in the final three overs, proved crucial in setting a challenging target for the home side.
