IND vs SA ODIs: Kohli, Rohit excel; Jaiswal, Gaikwad perform; middle-order struggles

• India won the ODI series against South Africa 2-1.
• Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma showed strong form, with Kohli topping run charts and Rohit contributing significantly.
• Batting back-ups Yashasvi Jaiswal (maiden century) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (century) performed well.
• India's middle-order batting displayed inconsistencies, highlighting a "middle muddle" despite missing key players.
• Kuldeep Yadav was a standout performer, leading the series with 9 wickets and proving his crucial role in the team.

Why It Matters: This series highlights India's ODI readiness and areas needing improvement.