Early seam movement and disciplined bowling restricted South Africa to 117 before a brisk chase sealed a seven-wicket victory for India.
India| Niaz Shiwari
India reclaimed the series lead with a seven-wicket win over South Africa in the third men’s T20I in Dharamsala, going 2–1 up after exploiting seam-friendly conditions to decisive effect.
Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana struck early to dismantle South Africa’s top order, reducing them to 7 for 3 inside four overs. Aiden Markram anchored the innings with a composed 61, but lacked support as South Africa were bowled out for 117.
India’s bowlers maintained control throughout, with Varun Chakravarthy returning figures of 2 for 11 and Kuldeep Yadav and Arshdeep adding late wickets to prevent a recovery.
In reply, Abhishek Sharma’s aggressive 35 off 18 balls set the tone for the chase, allowing India to absorb brief middle-order stutters. The hosts reached the target comfortably with seven wickets in hand.
The victory gives India a 2–1 lead in the series, with conditions in Dharamsala once again highlighting the impact of early seam movement in T20 cricket.