IND vs SA: Sai Sudharsan smashes 50 in Gqeberha amid IPL Auction 2024 frenzy

Amidst the buzz of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Auction unfolding in Dubai, a young talent has been leaving an indelible mark in the 2nd ODI against South Africa. Sai Sudharsan, the emerging Indian player who made his debut in the 1st ODI, has once again showcased his prowess by smashing a splendid half-century at St George's Park in Gqeberha.

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Sai Sudharsan notched up his second consecutive ODI fifty when India found themselves at 2 wickets down. Cricket enthusiasts took to X (formerly Twitter) to commend the young cricketer for seizing the opportunity with aplomb.

As of the time of writing, Sudharsan departed after scoring 62 runs off 83 balls. KL Rahul, who was at the crease, is now partnered with Sanju Samson.

India faced setbacks as Ruturaj Gaikwad and Tilak Varma fell to the left-arm pace of Nandre Burger. The pitch initially favoured pacers, and the South African bowlers capitalized on it skillfully. Aiden Markram, the South African captain, won the toss and elected to bowl first.

India (Playing XI): KL Rahul(w/c), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar