India vs South Africa 1st ODI: Kohli Masterclass Guides India to 17-Run Win | India Lead Series 1-0
India defeated South Africa by 17 runs in the 1st ODI at Ranchi to take a 1-0 series lead. Virat Kohli smashed a sensational 135, while Kuldeep Yadav starred with the ball. Full match report, stats, analysis, and highlights.
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🎯 Result: India won by 17 runs
📅 Format: 1st ODI (3-match series)
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The ODI series between India and South Africa kicked off with a thrilling battle at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi — and it did not disappoint. South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first, looking to exploit early moisture and put India under pressure.
But India, led by the brilliance of Virat Kohli, turned the contest into a spectacle.
And amid all the cricketing excellence, one off-field storyline returned: Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s bond.
Remember when rumors of a rift surfaced? Today, those narratives were put to rest once again — as cameras captured Rohit enthusiastically applauding and celebrating Kohli’s 52nd ODI ton.
Not rivals.
Not separate camps.
Just two legends enjoying each other’s success.
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India vs South Africa 1st ODI:India’s Innings – Kohli’s Masterpiece
India put up a strong total of 349/8 in 50 overs, anchored by a stunning century from Virat Kohli.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 135 | 120 | 112.50 |
| KL Rahul | 60 | 56 | 107.14 |
| Rohit Sharma | 57 | 51 | 111.76 |
Kohli’s innings was a complete ODI masterclass — steady start, controlled middle overs, and an explosive finish.
Rahul and Rohit provided crucial partnerships, ensuring momentum never dipped.
🧤 South Africa Bowling:
| Bowler | Wickets | Economy | Overs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottniel Baartman | 2/60 | 6.00 | 10 |
| Nandre Burger | 2/65 | 6.50 | 10 |
| Corbin Bosch | 2/66 | 6.60 | 10 |
The bowlers stuck to plans but had no answers for Kohli’s placement, temperament, and timing.
India vs South Africa 1st ODI:South Africa’s Chase – A Fight, But Not Enough
Chasing 350, South Africa showed great spirit — especially with a brilliant counterattack by Marco Jansen.
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| Batter | Runs | Balls | SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Breetzke | 72 | 80 | 90.00 |
| Marco Jansen | 70 | 39 | 179.48 |
| Corbin Bosch | 67 | 51 | 131.37 |
South Africa finished at 332 all out in 49.2 overs, falling just 17 runs short.
🎯 India Bowling Attack:
| Bowler | Figures | Overs |
|---|---|---|
| Kuldeep Yadav | 4/68 | 10 |
| Harshit Rana | 3/65 | 10 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 2/64 | 10 |
Kuldeep was the game-changer, breaking partnerships when it mattered the most. Rana impressed with pace and variations in the death overs.
Head-to-Head (Last 5 ODIs)
| Team | Wins |
|---|---|
| India | 4 |
| South Africa | 1 |
India continues to dominate recent ODI encounters.
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Match Turning Point
Marco Jansen’s blistering 70 off 39 balls threatened to swing the match away from India — but Kuldeep Yadav’s crucial breakthrough ended the game-changing partnership and tilted momentum back.
India vs South Africa 1st ODI:Player of the Match: Virat Kohli (135 off 120)
A display of temperament, intelligence, and pressure handling. Another chapter added to his ODI legacy.
Conclusion
With this thrilling victory, India take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series. The next match promises even more intensity as South Africa will now look to bounce back — while India will aim to seal the series.
📣 Your Thoughts?
👉 Who impressed you most — Kohli with the bat or Kuldeep with the ball?
👉 Can India seal the series in the next match?
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