Fri Dec 19 15:50:00 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a news article based on the provided cricket match summary:
India Clinches T20 Series Lead with Dominating Win Over South Africa in Dharamsala
Dharamsala, India – India cruised to a comfortable 7-wicket victory over South Africa in the first T20 International of the South Africa tour of India at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium on Thursday. South Africa, batting first, were bundled out for a paltry 117 in their allotted 20 overs. India chased down the target with ease, reaching 120/3 in just 15.5 overs.
The Indian batting lineup proved too strong for the South African bowling attack. Abhishek Sharma led the charge with a blistering 42 off 28 balls, including 3 sixes. Shubman Gill contributed a solid 28 off 28 balls before being dismissed by Marco Jansen. N. Tilak Varma (26 not out) and Shivam Dube (10 not out) finished the job, ensuring a comfortable win for the home side. Suryakumar Yadav chipped in with 12 runs.
Earlier, South Africa struggled to build partnerships and were unable to cope with the Indian bowling. Lungisani Ngidi, Marco Jansen, Ottniel Baartman, Corbin Bosch and Anrich Nortje tried their best to restrict the Indian team but the target was too small to defend.
The win gives India a crucial lead in the T20 series. The next match is expected to be a much more competitive affair as South Africa look to bounce back and level the series.
Key Stats:
- Result: India won by 7 wickets
- South Africa: 117/10 (20 overs)
- India: 120/3 (15.5 overs)
- Top Scorer (India): Abhishek Sharma (42)
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