India vs South Africa 2000 ODI Series | Historic 3-2 Victory Amidst Controversy | Full Series Recap

Relive India’s memorable 3-2 ODI series win against South Africa in 2000! In a thrilling contest, both teams showcased remarkable performances. The series was later clouded by the infamous match-fixing scandal, marking the last international appearances for Hansie Cronje.

South Africa dominated the Tests with a 2-0 victory, becoming the first visiting team to win a Test series in India in 13 years. However, India responded in the ODI series, clinching victory with standout performances across all five games.

📌 Key Moments Across the ODI Series:

1st ODI – Kochi
Result: India won by 3 wickets
Highlights: South Africa posted a challenging 301/3 with Gary Kirsten scoring a splendid 115. India’s chase was led by Ajay Jadeja’s 92, steering them to a nail-biting finish.

2nd ODI – Jamshedpur
Result: India won by 6 wickets
Highlights: Sunil Joshi’s economical 4/38 restricted South Africa to 199. Sourav Ganguly anchored the chase with an unbeaten 105, sealing India’s first ODI win at Jamshedpur.

3rd ODI – Faridabad
Result: South Africa won by 2 wickets
Highlights: Rahul Dravid’s 73 helped India reach 248/8, but Gary Kirsten’s 93 set up a tense finish, with South Africa securing victory in the penultimate over.

4th ODI – Vadodara
Result: India won by 4 wickets
Highlights: Sachin Tendulkar’s 122 helped India chase down 283, aided by a record opening stand with Ganguly. This match marked Tendulkar’s 25th ODI century.

5th ODI – Nagpur
Result: South Africa won by 10 runs
Highlights: Lance Klusener’s explosive 75 propelled South Africa to 320. Sachin Tendulkar scored a brisk 93, but India fell just short, bowled out for 310.

India’s emphatic series win against a formidable South African side remains unforgettable, even as the controversy unfolded afterward. Watch for thrilling highlights, masterclass batting from Tendulkar and Ganguly, and nail-biting finishes!

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