India defeated South Africa by 17 runs in the first ODI. Star batsman Virat Kohli (135 runs) scored a century for India in this match. Fast bowler Harshit Rana (three wickets) and spinner Kuldeep Yadav (four wickets) also performed strongly. These players played a key role in the team’s victory. Following the match, Indian captain KL Rahul praised several players. In the match, Rohit Sharma also played well by scoring a half-century. But, Rahul highlighted some key moments of the match.
KL Rahul praised Harshit and Kuldeep
Kuldeep Yadav and Harshit Rana bowled well in the first ODI against South Africa. Praising them, captain KL Rahul said, “Harshit performed very well, and we know his capabilities. Kuldeep is doing a good job and is crucial for us in taking wickets.” After the match win, Rahul said, “It would be a lie if I said we weren’t nervous at the end. We were playing ODI cricket after a long time. But we kept taking wickets, and our bowlers stuck to their plan.”
Captain Rahul said this for Rohit and Virat
KL Rahul said, “It’s always great to see Rohit and Kohli play like this. They put the opposition under pressure and showed why they are such great players. I’ve been watching this for a long time. It’s even more fun to be in the dressing room with them.”
KL Rahul said about his batting in the match
KL Rahul said, “I was given the responsibility of captaincy, so obviously I was aware of that. KL Rahul came in to bat at number six in the match and scored 60 runs. I have been given this role for the last two to three ODI series, and I am trying to do my best. I am enjoying challenging my game.”