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In the fifth and last T20 International of the South Africa tour of India 2025, India exhibited a great batting performance at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, setting a terrible total after opting to bat first. The Indian batting unit was in full throttle, with Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma being the main contributors that took India to a huge score which put the Proteas under pressure very early. Pandya’s super fast fifty off just 16 balls the second fastest for India in T20Is after Yuvraj Singh set the crowd on fire and shifted the momentum squarely in India’s favor, while Varma’s steady innings at the other end was indispensable in securing the stability.
India bowlers then resoundingly supported the strong batting display with disciplined bowling and sharp fielding, restricting South Africa’s chase with consistent paths and tight lines. The guests struggled to find their rhythm, however, the Indian bowling attack led by experience and skill fueled the run rate rise at the same time. The home side’s all round performance was a clear indicator of both strategic planning and execution, thus giving them the upper hand in the series decider game.
The win gave India the opportunity to finish the series with a home win, fully exploiting their 2-1 lead after the fourth T20I match was cancelled due to rain. The Blue Brigade not only managed to quiet their detractors but also showcased their might and adaptability, particularly in the context of the selection controversies and the form issues of some top players. The team, which had already claimed a convincing victory in Ahmedabad and was still revealing various batting and bowling talents, is now confident to face the upcoming challenges.
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