South Africa scripted a memorable victory in Raipur, chasing down India’s imposing 359-run target to clinch a four-wicket win in the second ODI and level the series 1–1.

Aiden Markram led the charge with a sublime 110, supported by Matthew Breetzke’s composed 68 and Dewald Brevis’ explosive 50 off 33 balls. Despite losing wickets at crucial junctures, the Proteas displayed composure under pressure, with Corbin Bosch and Keshav Maharaj steering them home in the final overs.

India’s bowlers struggled under the dew, with dropped catches and fielding lapses compounding their woes. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s missed chance off Markram at 53 proved costly, while misfields and overthrows gifted South Africa momentum. Though Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna struck late, the visitors held their nerve to

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