India beat South Africa by 101 runs in 1st T20I as Hardik Pandya shines on return

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India beat South Africa by 101 runs in 1st T20I as Hardik Pandya shines on return

By Priya Nand

10/12/2025

India outclassed South Africa by 101 runs in the opening of the Men's International Twenty20 match, powered by a stunning all-round performance from Hardik Pandya, who marked his return to international cricket in emphatic style.According to the Times of India, Pandya blasted an unbeaten 59 off 28 deliveries, smashing six boundaries and four towering sixes to lift India to 175/6 after being put in to bat.India were in early trouble, but Tilak Varma and Axar Patel steadied the innings, paving the way for Pandya to accelerate in the final overs and set a challenging total.India’s dominant win, built on explosive batting and sharp bowling, sets the tone for the remainder of the series.The next match between the two teams will be held on Saturday.Source: Times of India

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