Tilak Varma's request to bat at No.3 pays off as he smashes a maiden century against South Africa in the 3rd T20I. In a post-match interview, he reveals that it was captain Suryakumar Yadav who gave him the opportunity. The young batsman dedicates his century to the skipper and praises the team's support and backing. He adds that the team encouraged them to play freely, leading to a stunning performance.
Tilak Varma, a rising star in Indian cricket, recently etched his name in history by scoring a remarkable maiden century in the third T20 International match against South Africa. The 20-year-old left-handed batsman played a pivotal role in India's memorable victory, showcasing his exceptional talent and potential.
Varma had been eagerly waiting for an opportunity to prove his worth in the Indian jersey. Prior to the series against South Africa, he had only played one T20I match for India, where he scored a modest 21 runs. However, he remained determined to make the most of any opportunity he got.
In the third T20I match at Indore, Varma was given the opportunity to bat at No. 3 by captain Suryakumar Yadav. The youngster grabbed the chance with both hands, playing a stunning innings that left the opposition in awe. He faced 49 deliveries, hitting 9 fours and 5 sixes, to reach his maiden T20I century.
Varma's century was not only a personal milestone but also a significant contribution to India's team victory. He was supported by a brilliant innings from Suryakumar Yadav (69 off 38 balls), and the duo put on a magnificent 115-run partnership for the third wicket. India eventually won the match by 49 runs, taking an unassailable 2-1 lead in the series.
In a post-match interview, Varma expressed his gratitude to captain Suryakumar Yadav for giving him the opportunity to bat at his preferred position. He dedicated his century to the skipper and praised the team's support and backing.
"I am very happy with my performance today," Varma said. "I have been working hard on my game, and it feels great to reap the rewards. Thanks to Surya [Yadav] bhai for showing faith in me and giving me the opportunity to bat at No. 3."
1. Who is Tilak Varma?
Tilak Varma is a 20-year-old left-handed batsman from Mumbai, India. He made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut for the Mumbai Indians in 2022 and impressed with his consistent performances.
2. When did Tilak Varma score his maiden T20I century?
Varma scored his maiden T20I century on October 4, 2022, against South Africa in the third T20I match at Indore.
3. Who is the captain of the Indian cricket team in the T20I format?
Suryakumar Yadav is the current captain of the Indian cricket team in the T20I format.
4. What was the result of the third T20I match between India and South Africa?
India won the third T20I match against South Africa by 49 runs, taking an unassailable 2-1 lead in the series.
5. What is the next match for the Indian cricket team?
The Indian cricket team is scheduled to play the fourth T20I match against South Africa on October 6, 2022, in Rajkot.
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