India Clinches Series with Dominant 135-Run Victory Over South Africa in 4th T20
India beat South Africa by 135 runs in the 4th T20 at Johannesburg, sealing a 3-1 series victory. Sanju Samson (109) and Tilak Varma (120) starred with record-breaking centuries.
India vs South Africa 4th T20 Match Report: India Clinches Series Victory
On November 15, 2024, at Johannesburg’s iconic Wanderers Stadium, India delivered a dominant performance to defeat South Africa by a massive 135 runs in the fourth and final T20 match of the series, claiming the series 3-1. The match was a showcase of Indiaโs power in T20 cricket, with multiple records being broken, particularly in the batting department.
Match Summary
- Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Result: India won by 135 runs
- Series Result: India wins 3-1
Key Highlights
Explosive Batting Performance
India set a towering total of 283 runs for 1 wicket, a total that left South Africa with no chance of chasing. The innings was powered by spectacular centuries from Sanju Samson (109 off 56 balls) and Tilak Varma (120 off 47 balls), who formed a record-breaking partnership. Their 210-run stand for the second wicket became the highest partnership for this wicket in T20 internationals.
- Sanju Samson: 109 runs off 56 balls
- Tilak Varma: 120 runs off 47 balls
Their explosive hitting helped India reach an imposing score, with a total of 23 sixesโthe third-highest number of sixes in a single T20 innings.
Records Broken:
- Highest Total Against South Africa: India’s 283 runs is now the highest T20I total ever made against South Africa, surpassing the previous record of 258 runs set by the West Indies in Centurion.
- Most Sixes in an Innings: India smashed 23 sixes, tying for the third-highest number of sixes in a T20 innings.
- Fastest to 200 Runs: India reached 200 runs in just 14.1 overs, marking one of the fastest milestones in T20 history.
- Highest Partnership for Second Wicket: The Samson-Varma partnership of 210 runs is now the highest-ever for the second wicket in T20 internationals.
South Africa’s Struggles:
Chasing a massive target, South Africa’s reply faltered from the outset. They were reduced to 1 for 1 early in the innings and never recovered. India’s bowlers, led by Arshdeep Singh, who claimed 3 wickets, along with Varun Chakravarthyand Axar Patel (who both took 2 wickets), dismantled South Africa’s batting lineup. The hosts were ultimately bowled out for a paltry score, handing India a comprehensive victory.
Conclusion
India’s 135-run triumph not only secured them the series win but also highlighted their T20 dominance. The stellar batting performances of Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma were the defining moments, as both players etched their names in the record books. This victory strengthens India’s position as a force to be reckoned with in global T20 cricket.
Future Implications
With this emphatic win, Indiaโs confidence is soaring ahead of upcoming international fixtures. The teamโs blend of youthful exuberance and seasoned experience positions them well to tackle future challenges, both in T20s and beyond.
Record Summary from the Match:
| Record | Detail |
| Highest Total Against South Africa | 283 runs |
| Most Sixes in an Innings | 23 sixes |
| Fastest to 200 Runs | Reached in 14.1 overs |
| Highest Partnership for Second Wicket | 210 runs (Samson & Varma) |
This match served as a reminder of Indiaโs formidable batting depth and ability to perform under pressure, signalling a bright future in T20 cricket.
India Clinches Series with Dominant 135-Run Victory Over South Africa in 4th T20
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