In Men’s Cricket, India defeated South Africa by 101 runs in the first game of the five-match T20 series at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, Odisha, yesterday. Chasing a target of 176, the visitors were bowled out for 74 runs, with Indian bowlers delivering a disciplined performance.

Hardik Pandya was declared the player of the match for his all-around performance. Earlier, India posted 175 runs in the stipulated 20 overs with a blazing 59 off 28 balls knock by Hardik Pandya.