SA vs IND 3rd T20I Results

7:39 PM IST Three down, and the final examination awaits. In this enthralling four-match T20I series, the scoreline currently stands at 2-1 in India's favor, with a couple of games proving to be edge-of-the-seat contests. We saw a low-scoring thriller in the second match, while this one was nothing short of a crackerjack of a high-scoring affair that had everyone chew all their nails. So, that is it from this immersive third T20I. With this victory, India has ensured that they cannot lose the series, with a shared trophy being the worst-case scenario for them. Now, the attention turns to the grand finale, as South Africa gear up to prevent a series defeat. The caravan moves to the spectacular Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg for the fourth and final T20I, scheduled for Friday, November 15th, with the first ball set to be bowled at 3 pm GMT. Until then, it's time to savor the thrills and look ahead to the decisive clash. Cheers!

7:35 PM IST The Indian captain, Suryakumar Yadav says that they played the brand of cricket they wanted to. Shares that the talk has been about playing the way we do for our franchises or for our state sides. Feels that being clear in the mind is important. Shares that watching the batters bat like the way they did in this game, makes his job a lot easier. Feels that they as a team are going in the correct direction. Adds that the energy, aggression, and intent shown in this game were pleasing to see. Tells that Tilak Varma came to his room before this game and requested to send him at number 3. Further says that he is happy for Tilak and his family.

7:31 PM IST The captain of South Africa, Aiden Markram says that he feels proud with the way they fought. Mentions that coming to the Centurion, they knew the margin of win was going to be very close. Appreciates the way the lower middle order stood up. Lauds Marco Jansen and Klaasen for taking the game very close in the end and states that the other batters can take inspiration from their knocks. Also mentions that the bowlers would look to fine tune their skills before heading to Joburg.

7:25 PM IST Tilak Varma is adjudged as the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his blistering ton. He scored an unbeaten 107 off 56 deliveries. When asked about the blow he took to the head while attempting the catch, he says that he feels fine at the moment. Shares that he is lost for words having scored a century for the team and he always wanted to contribute in the country's win. Thanks the skipper, Suryakumar Yadav for backing him and promoting him up the order. Mentions that he just wanted to express himself out there and just backed his basics. Adds that it was not easy for the new batter as the wicket was a bit two-paced. Gives the credit to the captain and the team management for backing them to go out there and play with freedom.

7:23 PM IST ... THE PRESENTATION CEREMONY ...

7:23 PM IST Earlier in the game, South Africa invited India to bat first, and while they made an early breakthrough with Jansen dismissing Samson, what followed was a relentless onslaught from Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma. The left-handed pair bossed up the powerplay, with Sharma racing to a blistering half-century. Though South Africa managed to stem the flow, with a slight blip in scoring and Maharaj striking two big wickets, it failed to disrupt Tilak Varma's rhythm. Unfazed, the talented youngster continued his aggressive assault, eventually reaching a magnificent century. His ton included 8 fours and 7 towering sixes. Varma's brilliance in the death overs proved pivotal, as India plundered 65 runs in the final 5 overs to post a formidable total in excess of 200.