India need big overs

Sun, 22 February 2026

22:11

India 86-5 (14 Ovs) vs SA 187-7 | SCORECARD

Jansen returns to the attack, and Dube and Hardik keep things ticking with singles. Just 6 runs come off the over. After 13 overs, India are 81-5, needing 107 off 42 balls -- that's over 15 runs per over.

Ngidi is back on. The batters rotate well, collecting six more singles. India now need big hits to stay in the chase. After 14 overs, they are 86-5.

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