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Summary:
The second ODI between India and South Africa saw India batting first after losing the toss. Ruturaj Gaikwad scored his maiden ODI century (105 off 83 balls), and Virat Kohli also scored a century (102 off 93 balls), his second of the series. Gaikwad reached his century quickly, converting a half-century in 52 balls to a century in another 25. Kohli reached his century in 90 balls, after a half-century in 47.
News Article:
India vs. South Africa: Gaikwad’s Maiden Century, Kohli’s Continued Brilliance Lead India in Second ODI
Raipur: Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed his first-ever One Day International century alongside a ton from Virat Kohli in the second ODI against South Africa held in Raipur. India, batting first after losing the toss, saw Gaikwad lead the charge with a blistering 105 runs off just 83 balls, studded with 12 fours and 2 sixes.
Virat Kohli followed suit with a masterful 102 runs off 93 balls, including 7 fours and 2 sixes. This is Kohli’s second century in the ongoing series, showcasing his strong form.
Gaikwad reached his half-century in 52 balls, then accelerated dramatically, reaching his century in a further 25 balls. After reaching the milestone he soon gave up his wicket. Kohli reached his century in 90 balls, with a half-century in 47. He was then out soon afterwards.
This marks the 11th time in his career that Kohli has scored centuries in consecutive ODI matches. With impressive batting performances from Gaikwad and Kohli, India are in a strong position in the second ODI.
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