India suffered a narrow loss to South Africa in the second T20 International (T20I)
In a thrilling series of sporting events across the world, India suffered a narrow loss to South Africa in the second T20 International (T20I) at St George's Park in Gqeberha on November 10. Despite Varun Chakaravarthy's impressive five-wicket haul, India fell short by just five runs.
Meanwhile, New Zealand took advantage of Sri Lanka's struggles to level the three-match series with a thrilling win in the second T20I. The Kiwis successfully defended 108 runs to emerge victorious and even the series.
In other news, Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) matches continue in its Noida leg, as Gujarat Giants face off against Patna Pirates and U Mumba takes on Haryana Steelers.
Key Matches Result:
- India vs South Africa: India lost by 5 runs.
- New Zealand vs Sri Lanka: New Zealand defended 108 runs to level the series.
- Pro Kabaddi League (Noida leg): Multiple matches ongoing.
Trending Sports News Stories:
- PCB Approaches Pakistan Government: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has approached the government for next steps after India refused to travel for the Champions Trophy, set to take place in Pakistan from February 19 to March 9.
- South Africa Levels T20I Series: South Africa levelled the four-match series with a thrilling win against India, as Tristan Stubbs and Gerald Coetzee batted superbly to chase down 125 runs.
- Chakaravarthy Creates Unwanted World Record: Varun Chakaravarthy registered best bowling figures in losing cause among full-member nations in T20Is despite going wicketless in the match against South Africa.
- Head Coach Fires Shots at Ponting: India head coach Gautam Gambhir fired shots at Ricky Ponting over his comments on Virat Kohli's form, saying Ponting should focus on Australian cricket rather than India's.
Upcoming Matches:
- Team India departs for Australia today, sans Rohit Sharma.
- England takes on the West Indies in the second T20I to take a 2-0 lead in the series.
- Barcelona faces Real Sociedad in the Spanish league despite an injured Yamal.
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