It is time for the clash of mighty cricket superpowers India and South Africa. We have long relished the intense battles between them in the T20Is, and over the years, some Indian batsmen have etched their names in the record books as the top run-scorers in T20Is against the Proteas. Let’s delve into the performances of India’s top 5 run-scorers in T20Is against South Africa.
Rohit Sharma (Photo Source: Twitter )
Undoubtedly, Rohit Sharma stands out as India’s leading run-scorer against South Africa in T20Is. In 17 appearances, Rohit amassed 420 runs, including a century and two fifties, at an average of 28 and a strike rate of 129.23. His impactful innings, like the 106 off 66 balls in Dharamshala in 2015, showcased his ability to dominate the Proteas bowling attack. Despite opting to rest for the upcoming series, Rohit’s position for the 2024 T20 World Cup remains uncertain due to recent struggles in T20I form.
Suresh Raina (Photo Source: Twitter )
Suresh Raina, a stalwart in Indian T20 cricket, showcased his prowess against South Africa in 12 T20Is, accumulating 339 runs at an average of 33.90 and an impressive strike rate of 148.03. Raina’s historic century in Gros Islet in 2010, the first-ever T20I century by an Indian, remains etched in memory. Despite not reaching the 50-run mark against South Africa after that innings, Raina continued to contribute with valuable 30s and 40s until his last international match in 2018.
Virat Kohli (Photo Source: Twitter )
Virat Kohli, the talismanic Indian captain, has left an indelible mark on T20 cricket. Against South Africa, he is most remembered for his match-winning 72 off 44 balls in the 2014 T20 World Cup semi-final. Overall, Kohli has amassed 318 runs in T20Is against the Proteas at an average of 35.33 and a strike rate of 134.17. Kohli’s recent hiatus from T20Is raises questions about his role in the team for the 2024 T20 World Cup, especially with the emergence of younger, dynamic players.
Shikhar Dhawan (Photo Source: Twitter )
Left-handed opener Shikhar Dhawan, known for his aggressive style, played seven T20Is against South Africa, amassing 233 runs at an average of 33.28 and a strike rate of 141.21. His notable innings included a rapid 72 off 39 balls in Johannesburg during a bilateral series in 2018. Despite consistent IPL performances, Dhawan eventually made way for younger talents in the T20I setup.
Dinesh Karthik (Photo Source: Twitter )
Dinesh Karthik, a seasoned wicketkeeper-batter, has been a consistent performer for India in the middle-and-low order. Featuring 13 T20Is against South Africa, Karthik scored 221 runs at an average of 31.57 and an impressive strike rate of 144.44. His standout performance was a brisk 55 off 27 balls in Rajkot, contributing significantly to India’s dominating victory. However, a lackluster display in the 2022 T20 World Cup led to his omission from the squad.
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