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India took a 1–0 lead in the three-match ODI series after winning the 1st ODI in Ranchi by 17 runs. In a match dominated by experienced stars and rising performers, India posted a strong total and defended it successfully.

In the 1st ODI, India scored 289/7 in 50 overs, powered by a magnificent Virat Kohli century — his 52nd ODI hundred, which broke Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record.

South Africa, in reply, managed 272 all out despite several starts but failed to convert them into big scores. India’s bowlers, led by Kuldeep Yadav’s 4 wickets and Harshit Rana’s 3-wicket burst, ensured South Africa fell short by 17 runs.

With this victory, India entered the 2nd ODI in Raipur with momentum. South Africa won the toss and opted to bowl first, hoping to level the series. India fielded the same XI from the Ranchi win, while South Africa brought back captain Temba Bavuma and spinner Keshav Maharaj, both rested earlier.

As the series stands, India looks strong after the first win, while South Africa must fight back today to avoid losing the ODI series following their historic Test triumph in India.

1st ODI — Full Scorecard & Highlights (Ranchi, 30 Nov 2025)

Final Result: India beat South Africa by 17 runs — Series: India lead 1–0

Scores

• India (batting first): 349/8 in 50.0 overs

• South Africa (chasing): 332 all out in 49.2 overs

Top Performers & Key Stats

• Virat Kohli — 135 runs (120 balls) (Player of the Match)

• Rohit Sharma — 57 runs (51 balls) contributing to a big second-wicket stand with Kohli.

• KL Rahul — 60 runs (56 balls) giving middle-order support.

• Bowling (India): Kuldeep Yadav 4/68 (10 overs) — key in breaking the South African chase.

• Harshit Rana 3 wickets — took early wickets to rock South Africa’s top order.

Match Summary & Turning Points

• India opted to bat first. The openers laid the foundation; Rohit and Kohli put on a powerful 100-run stand early.

• The middle order (KL Rahul + others) maintained momentum, pushing India to a challenging total of 349.

• During the chase, South Africa looked dangerous — one-time set batters threatened to take over. But Kuldeep’s four-wicket haul and Rana’s early strike triggered a collapse.

• In the final over, pressure mounted and South Africa couldn’t finish the job — leading to India’s 17-run win.

Resulting Situation: India goes 1–0 up in the 3-match ODI series.

 2nd ODI — Pre-Match / Live Info (Raipur, 3 Dec 2025)

• Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur.

• Toss: South Africa won the toss and chose to bowl first.

• India’s Starting XI (as per latest): Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Washington Sundar, KL Rahul (c & wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna

• Context: India leads series 1–0, looking to seal the series. South Africa returns with a new look after Test series loss and will aim to draw level.

 Kohli & Rohit’s form — If both fire again, the target will be huge.

• Kuldeep & Rana’s bowling — Their spin/pacing could break South Africa again under pressure.

• South Africa’s chase temperament — They had bats in form last match; how they handle pressure today matters.

• Toss & pitch conditions in Raipur — South Africa chose to bowl first, which usually gives chasing edge; dew may play a role.17-run win in first ODI