[WATCH] Arshdeep Singh Strikes Early As Quinton de Kock Falls For 8 In 2nd ODI

Arshdeep Singh made an early breakthrough as Quinton de Kock was dismissed for just eight runs in the second ODI between India and South Africa at Raipur on Wednesday, December 3. The left-handed opener attempted an aerial shot but ended up top-edging the ball after facing 10 deliveries. This wicket reduced the Proteas to 26 for the loss of their first wicket.

The dismissal occurred in the fifth over of South Africa’s chase. Arshdeep bowled a fuller-length delivery that swung away late, prompting de Kock to try hitting it over mid-on. He mistimed the shot, sending a top edge straight to Washington Sundar, who expertly took the catch while moving to his right at mid-on.

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With this dismissal, Quinton de Kock once again struggled in the three-match series, having been out for a duck in the series opener. Meanwhile, Arshdeep Singh maintained his impressive streak of taking wickets during the powerplays, having claimed 2/64 in the first game.

Arshdeep Singh Breaks Through Early As India Set 359 For South Africa In 2nd ODI

Arshdeep Singh provided a perfect start for India after the Men in Blue posted 358/5 in their 50 overs in the second ODI. Ruturaj Gaikwad impressed with his maiden ODI century, reaching 105 off just 83 balls, which included 12 fours and two sixes, achieving the milestone in only 77 deliveries.

Virat Kohli continued his excellent form, following up his 135 in the first ODI with a 102-run knock off 93 balls, featuring seven fours and two sixes. Later, captain KL Rahul played a crucial finishing role, remaining unbeaten on 66 off 43 balls, including six boundaries and two sixes. Ravindra Jadeja also contributed 24 not out off 27 deliveries.

For South Africa, Marco Jansen claimed two wickets, while the rest of the bowlers struggled to make an impact. India lead the three-match series 1-0, having won the first ODI by 17 runs. After a 2-1 series win in South Africa in 2023, Rahul now aims for his second ODI series triumph as India captain against the Proteas.

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