South Africa have been bowled out for a mere 177 runs while chasing a mammoth 307-run total against India at Melbourne. A convincing win for India here. This is their first ever WC victory over South Africa in WC competitions, coming in their fourth attempt. They now top Pool B with 4 points and have finished with their two big matches. On the back of a fine all-round performance, India won their second match in a row by beating formidable foes South Africa. This turned out to be India’s first victory over South Africa in the history of the World Cup.
Dhawan, who bagged the man-of-the-match award for his 146-ball 137, said “I would say it’s a great feeling. This win has definitely set up the tournament for us.” . Ajinkya Rahane scored 79.
Wickets kept falling as South Africa looked to manufacture runs, and India’s reputation of good players of big matches in limited-overs cricket enhanced even further. They were now all but sure to face in quarter-final the fourth-placed team from the other group.