Sat Dec 06 18:54:20 UTC 2025: ## Kohli’s Field Input Sparks Debate as South Africa Sets Target in Third ODI
Visakhapatnam, India – The third ODI between India and South Africa saw Quinton de Kock smash a brilliant century to propel the Proteas to a total of 270 before being bowled out in 47.5 overs. De Kock’s innings of 106, featuring 8 fours and 6 sixes, anchored the South African batting lineup after a shaky start. India’s Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna starred with the ball, each claiming four wickets.
The South African innings began poorly with Arshdeep Singh dismissing Ryan Rickelton for a duck in the first over, thanks to a catch by KL Rahul. De Kock and captain Temba Bavuma then rebuilt, with Bavuma achieving a personal milestone of 2,000 ODI runs, becoming the oldest South African to reach the mark.
Off the field, Virat Kohli’s involvement and suggestions to captain KL Rahul drew attention. Video footage circulating online showed Kohli seemingly suggesting the placement of two slips, prompting a discussion with Rahul and Rohit Sharma. While some social media users claimed Rahul dismissed Kohli’s input, there is no definitive confirmation to support these claims. Kohli has been active throughout the series, offering his experience and insights on the field, a behavior very characteristic of the veteran player.
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