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Following a washout in the first T20I of the three-match series, India and South Africa played the second T20I however with rain interrupting play. The hosts took a lead in the three-match series after clinching the second match by five wickets (DLS method). The Rovman Powell-led side also beat the Three Lions by four wickets to seal the first match of the five-match T20I series, courtesy Andre Russell's all-round performance on return.
Here in this article, we’ll look at all the big news that took place on Tuesday, December 12, but before that, let's check the matches scheduled for the day.
Today’s match preview:
Big Bash League 2023-24:
- Melbourne Stars vs Perth Scorchers: Melbourne Stars are scheduled to square off against the defending champions, Perth Scorchers in Match 7 of the Big Bash League 2023-24 on Wednesday. The match is scheduled to take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne at 01:45 p.m. IST. While the Scorchers are third in the points table with their only match so far going in a no result, the Stars are reeling at the bottom of the table, losing their only match so far in the BBL 2023-24.
Major cricket events that happened on December 12
South Africa beat India by 5 wickets by DLS method to go 1-0 up
The Aiden Markram-led side beat the visitors to end their three-match winning streak on Tuesday, 12 December 2023 at the St George's Park in Gqeberha. The Proteas Men won the toss and put India to bat first. The Suryakumar Yadav-led side put up 180/7 in 19.3 overs with rain interrupting play. The target for the home side was cut short to 152 in 15 overs. Hendricks and Breetzke got their side off to a flier as the duo stitched 42 off 17 balls. However, Stubbs and Phehlukwayo held their nerves and took their side off to a convincing victory, helping the side go 1-0 up in the three-match series.
Also WATCH: Rinku Singh breaks window at St George's Park in 2nd T20I against South Africa
BBL 2023-24: Brisbane Heat beat Sydney Thunder by 20 runs
Colin Munro-led Brisbane Heat registered their second win to go on the top of the points table with five points. After the Chris Green-led side decided to put Heat to bat first, they put up 151/7, courtesy Munro's knock of 46 runs off 33 deliveries. However, the Green-led side failed to chase the total as they were bundled out for the score of 131 in 19 overs, losing the game by 20 runs.
Anushka Sharma shares unseen pictures from anniversary celebrations with Virat Kohli; goes viral
The former India captain and batting stalwart Virat Kohli celebrated his sixth wedding anniversary on Monday, December 11 after tying a knot in 2017 with Bollywood celebrity Anushka Sharma. The power couple shared unseen pictures from their celebrations in London, pictures of which are now surfacing. The couple celebrated along family and friends, with Anushka calling Virat her "numero uno".
Matthew Hayden drops two-word reply on "what irritates" MS Dhoni
Former CSK star player, Matthew Hayden has dropped a two-word reply on being asked "what irritates MS Dhoni". Being a synonym of 'Captain cool', there have been moments where he has shown his anger and aggression. While speaking to ESPNcricinfo, Hayden revealed that "slack fielding" effort irritates Dhoni.
BCCI announces India U19 squad for tri-series in South Africa and World Cup
The Junior Selection Committee has picked India’s U19 Men’s squad for the tri-series in South Africa and the upcoming ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2024. The tri-series between India, England & South Africa will kick off on the 29 December 2023 with the final scheduled on the 10 January 2024. Post the tri-series, the India U19 team will begin preparations for the much-anticipated ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup.
I would definitely want to play in Test Championship: Smriti Mandhana
Ahead of the first Test match between India and England women, Indian batter Smriti Mandhana has expressed the desire to play in a global Test tournament like the ICC Men's World Test Championship. Speaking in a press conference, Mandhana spoke about possibly playing a World Test Championship-esque tournament. She also revealed how the entire is excited to play the Test match as they received their whites today.
