Today’s Cricket Match: Rohit Sharma-led Indian team is in the headlines following a remarkable victory over South Africa in the 2023 Cricket World Cup. India squared off against South Africa at Kolkata earlier today in the 37th fixture of the ongoing World Cup. The India-Proteas clash, attended by a packed Eden Gardens crowd, ultimately ended in a one-sided affair.

India dominated South Africa in both departments in the Kolkata affair to register a gigantic 243-run triumph. Veteran batter Virat Kohli starred for the home side in Kolkata with a blockbuster century. During his 121-ball stay at the crease, Kohli hammered 101 runs to power India to a formidable 326-run total. The Proteas never got going in the run chase as they ended up recording their lowest total of the ongoing competition (83).

Today’s Cricket Match Update: Ravindra Jadeja Dismisses Heinrich Klaasen With A Sharp DRS Call

Ravindra Jadeja, the ace India all-rounder, helped his team get rid of South Africa’s Heinrich Klaasen today in Kolkata. During the 13th over in the run chase, Jadeja trapped Klaasen right in front of the stumps (LBW) while the former attempted a sweep shot. Though the on-field umpire adjudged it as non-out at first, India was quick to opt for DRS which eventually triggered Klaasen’s dismissal.

It was Ravindra Jadeja, the bowler himself, who appeared certain about Heinrich Klaasen being out despite the on-field umpire’s not-out call. The all-rounder seemed animated when he tried convincing skipper Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul to take the referral (DRS). Moreover, Jadeja remained India’s pick of the bowlers against South Africa with a five-wicket haul.

VIDEO: Ravindra Jadeja Removes Heinrich Klaasen

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Speaking after the match, here’s what India captain Rohit Sharma said about Ravindra Jadeja:

“Ravindra Jadeja has been very good for us. Playing in every format over the years. Today was a classical case as to what Jadeja is for us. Came out at the death and scored vital runs. Then picked up wickets. He knows his role and knows the expectations from him.”