Chasing 297 for victory, India lost the first ODI in Paarl by 31 runs on Wednesday. India’s bowlers did well to reduce the hosts to 68/3 in 17.4 overs before a 204-run stand between Rassie van der Dussen and skipper Temba Bavuma put South Africa in control.
Speaking to Cricbuzz in a post-match review, Karthik said:
Karthik expressed surprise that debutant all-rounder Venkatesh Iyer didn’t get to bowl, saying:
“They want Ngidi to bowl in the middle overs” - Dinesh Karthik
South Africa opened the bowling with part-time off-spinner Aiden Markram. He bowled six overs straight, while speedster Lungi Ngidi was introduced later in the innings.
The second ODI will be played at the same ground on Friday.
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