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Tilak Varma Shines with T20I Century Against South Africa

The young Indian cricketer's promotion to No. 3 pays off with a match-winning performance.

  • Tilak Varma scored an unbeaten 107 off 56 balls, becoming the second youngest Indian to achieve a T20I century.
  • His performance helped India secure a narrow 11-run victory over South Africa in the third T20I at Centurion.
  • Varma requested to bat at No. 3, a decision supported by captain Suryakumar Yadav, which proved pivotal in the match.
  • Abhishek Sharma also contributed significantly with a quickfire 50, aiding India's total of 219/6.
  • Varma's innings demonstrated his improved game awareness, a skill he honed during his IPL experiences.
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