Ravi Shastri and Ottneil Baartman (PTI)
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News1811-12-2025, 23:42

Shastri to Baartman: "Take Control Of The Bar" after 4-wicket heroics

  • South Africa defeated India by 51 runs in the second T20I, leveling the five-match series 1-1.
  • Pacer Ottneil Baartman led South Africa's bowling attack with four wickets, including three in the penultimate over.
  • Ravi Shastri jovially told Baartman to "Take Control Of The Bar" after his match-winning performance.
  • Quinton de Kock scored 90 off 46 balls, helping South Africa post 213 for 4.
  • India was bowled out for 162, with Tilak Varma scoring 62 in a losing effort.

Why It Matters: This shows a humorous, human interaction in high-stakes professional cricket.

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