Who won India vs South Africa’s warm-up clash today? — Match result & turning points
India achieved a strong 30-run victory after setting a total of 240 runs, a target South Africa couldn’t reach despite some effort. Aiden Markram provided a solid start before retiring to give others a chance. Ryan Rickelton and Jason Smith briefly attacked but were contained by India’s effective bowling.
The match tilted in India’s favor during the middle overs when their spinners applied pressure with clever bowling tactics, increasing the required run rate. Tristan Stubbs fought until the end, but the consistent pressure from India’s bowlers prevented South Africa from making a serious challenge, resulting in a well-deserved win for India.
Earlier, India showcased aggressive batting, accumulating 240 runs in their 20 overs. All the batsmen, including Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, and Ishan Kishan, found their form ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Top batting performances of the match — Ishan Kishan
Among the impressive batting displays, Ishan Kishan stood out for India. Replacing Sanju Samson at the top, he scored 53 runs off just 20 balls, hitting two fours and seven sixes.
This performance strengthens his position as India’s opener along with Abhishek Sharma for the ICC T20 World Cup. The batter from Jharkhand has been exceptional since returning to International Cricket.
