South Africa Secures Victory in 2nd ODI as Tony de Zorzi's Century Follows Clinical Bowling Performance Against India

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, South Africa restricted India to 211 all out in 46.2 overs. Despite half-centuries from B Sai Sudharsan (62) and skipper K.L Rahul (56), the Indian innings faltered against a disciplined South African bowling attack led by Nandre Burger (3-30), Beuran Hendricks (2-34), and Keshav Maharaj (2-51).

In a commanding performance, South Africa leveled the three-match ODI series against India at 1-1 with a comprehensive eight-wicket victory on Tuesday. Left-handed batsman Tony de Zorzi played a stellar role, smashing an unbeaten century and forming a crucial 130-run partnership with Reeza Hendricks (52).

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, South Africa restricted India to 211 all out in 46.2 overs. Despite half-centuries from B Sai Sudharsan (62) and skipper K.L Rahul (56), the Indian innings faltered against a disciplined South African bowling attack led by Nandre Burger (3-30), Beuran Hendricks (2-34), and Keshav Maharaj (2-51).

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In response, Hendricks and de Zorzi provided South Africa with a strong start, posting 130 runs for the opening wicket in 27.5 overs. De Zorzi's spectacular innings of 119 runs off 122 balls, including nine boundaries and six sixes, guided South Africa to a comfortable victory at 215/2 in 42.3 overs.

Hendricks contributed with a well-paced 52 before being dismissed. De Zorzi continued his impressive form, adding 76 runs for the second wicket with Rassie van der Dussen (36). The left-handed de Zorzi reached his century off 109 balls, sealing the win for South Africa.

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Despite KL Rahul using eight bowlers, none could trouble the South African batters, showcasing their dominance in the match. The victory by South Africa sets the stage for an exciting final match of the series.

(With Agency Inputs)

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