In an epic match at Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, India showcased their dominance in the fourth T20I against South Africa, winning by 135 runs and securing a 4-1 series victory. The batting duo of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson set the tone for the first innings with a flying start. India's impressive 284-run target was too much for the Proteas, especially with the floodlights turning on and aiding the Indian pacers, who quickly took out South Africa's top batters. While the hosts tried to make a comeback, the spinners proved to be a menace and sealed India's victory.
India is on the brink of winning the T20I series against South Africa as they head into the final match with a 2-1 lead. The Indian team will look to their top performers, Tilak Varma and Abhishek Sharma, to continue their impressive performance from the previous match. They will also hope for a comeback from Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav, who have failed to score big runs in the last two matches. On the bowling front, Varun Chakrvarthy and Arshdeep Singh have been standouts and will be expected to deliver again.
The Indian cricket team is on the verge of making history as they face off against South Africa in the fourth T20 match. With an unassailable lead, India has the chance to secure a historic series win. However, South Africa, determined to avoid defeat, is still a formidable opponent. In the final game, India may introduce two uncapped players, Vijakumar Vyshak and Yash Dayal, in an effort to solidify their victory. The Wanderers 'Bull Ring' has proven to be a lucky ground for India and they will be looking for a collective batting effort to clinch the series 3-1.
The fourth T20I between India and South Africa at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg saw a dominant performance from India, with Sanju Samson's sixes leading the way to a victory. Moderate tactics from Gerald Coetzee were no match for Samson's hard-hitting, with the Indian team securing runs with fours and sixes. As the first over starts, Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma will be in the lineup for Team India while South Africa's Marco Jansen takes on the first ball.
As India prepares for the deciding fourth T20I against South Africa, the team is facing concerns over Rinku Singh's batting slot and approach. However, with a history of success at the Wanderers 'Bull Ring', the Indian team remains confident of a collective batting effort to secure the series. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav, fresh off a record-breaking victory in the last T20I series in South Africa, will look to continue his impressive track record. However, the dip in form of T20 expert Rinku Singh may prove to be a hindrance in India's plans to emerge victorious.
After suffering a concussion during Newcastle Jets' season-opening victory against Macarthur, Ben Gibson has been cleared to return to training and is available for selection in the A-League Men's match against Western Sydney Wanderers. The Jets have named an unchanged squad for the game after a bye week, with coach Rob Stanton assuring that Gibson has passed all protocols and is fully recovered. The 21-year-old's return adds depth to the Jets' squad as they face the Wanderers at CommBank Stadium on Friday night.
In a season opener that showcased big-name imports, it was Sydney FC's new signing, Patryk Klimala, who proved to be the standout player, leading his team to a 2-1 victory over the Western Sydney Wanderers. The Polish forward not only assisted in the opening goal but also scored the decisive winner in the 63rd minute. Despite the star power of Douglas Costa and Juan Mata, it was Klimala's impressive performance that caught the attention of the crowd, showing that he has already acclimatized to the A-League Men.
Despite initial on-field ruling of offside, John Stones' 95th-minute winner stands as referees determine teammate Bernardo Silva had no impact on opposing goalkeeper. Wolves suffer a frustrating loss after holding off City's late offensive push, while City continues Premier League dominance with new focus on set pieces.
In a nail-biting match, Manchester City secured a last-minute 2-1 win against Wolves, moving them to the top of the Premier League. VAR played a crucial role, allowing John Stones' header in the 95th minute after a lengthy review. Despite Wolves' initial lead with goals from Larsen and Gvardiol, City's determination and late equalizer from Gvardiol earned them the crucial three points. All eyes now turn to Liverpool vs Chelsea as City looks to maintain their position on the table.
In a highly anticipated match, Wolves take on Manchester City in a thrilling Premier League encounter. Fans can follow all the action live on BBC Radio 5 Live, with expert commentary from Conor McNamara. The game has already seen some standout moments, including Gvardiol's equalizer for Wolves and Savinho's near miss for Manchester City. Don't miss a second of this exciting match and join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #bbcfootball.