India vs South Africa: India Win Thriller by 23 Runs in 3rd ODI – Kohli, Bumrah Shine
India beat South Africa by 23 runs in the 3rd ODI at Wankhede Stadium. Virat Kohli's 89 and Bumrah's 3-wicket spell led India to a thrilling victory. Full match highlights and analysis here.
🏏 India Beat South Africa by 23 Runs in ODI Thriller – Kohli & Bumrah Steal the Show
Date: July 22, 2025
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
India secured a thrilling 23-run victory over South Africa in the 3rd ODI of the series, held at a packed Wankhede Stadium. With this win, India now leads the five-match series 2–1.
📊 Match Summary:
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India: 298/7 (50 overs)
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South Africa: 275/9 (50 overs)
🌟 Key Highlights:
🇮🇳 India:
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Virat Kohli scored a classic 89 (101 balls), anchoring the innings under pressure.
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Shubman Gill continued his fine form with a composed 62.
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Hardik Pandya delivered late-innings fireworks with an unbeaten 41*.
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Jasprit Bumrah was lethal with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 45 runs.
🇿🇦 South Africa:
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Quinton de Kock got South Africa off to a flyer with 54 off 37 balls.
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Aiden Markram fought hard with a captain’s knock of 78, but couldn’t finish the job.
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Despite resistance, South Africa’s middle order collapsed under pressure in the final overs.
🏆 Player of the Match:
Virat Kohli – for his calm and controlled 89-run innings, which set up India's total.
🔍 What This Means:
India takes a 2–1 lead in the series with two matches left. South Africa now faces a must-win situation heading into the 4th ODI in Paarl on July 25.
💬 Fan Reactions:
Social media exploded with praise for Kohli’s composure and Bumrah’s precision. Hashtags like #KingKohli, #INDvsSA, and #BoomBoomBumrah trended across platforms.
📅 Upcoming Matches:
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4th ODI: July 25, 2025 – Paarl
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5th ODI: July 28, 2025 – Cape Town
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