India's captain Suryakumar Yadav walks back to the pavilion after his dismissal during the second Twenty20 international cricket match between India and South Africa at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on the outskirts of Chandigarh on December 11, 2025. AFP
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India's Batting Tactics Slammed After 51-Run Loss to South Africa

  • India lost the 2nd T20I to South Africa by 51 runs, leveling the five-match series at 1-1.
  • India's batting order changes, including Axar Patel at No. 3 and Shivam Dube at No. 8, drew criticism.
  • India was bowled out for 162 chasing South Africa's 213/4, despite Tilak Varma's 62.
  • Quinton de Kock scored 90 off 46 balls to help South Africa post a high total.

Why It Matters: Team India's batting strategy failures spark concern for their T20I future.

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