Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed his first ODI century in the second India vs South Africa match on Wednesday, reaching the landmark in just 77 deliveries.

After the hundred, Gaikwad said that he was gutted to have missed out on a big knock in the series opener. He also shared how batting with Virat Kohli is very helpful.

Gaikwad’s hundred featured 12 fours and two sixes, helping India post a formidable total of 359-5 in 50 overs against the Proteas. Notably, he and Virat Kohli, who brought up his second successive ODI century, shared a crucial 195-run stand.

Speaking during the mid-innings break, Gaikwad said he was disappointed to miss out on the previous match, especially on a good batting wicket, but was relieved to make the most of the conditions this time.

“Last game I was really gutted t

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