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Arshdeep Singh said that bowlers should make plenty of appeals when the pitch is favourable for batting. The 24-year-old was named the 'Player of the Series' in the third ODI against South Africa.

Arshdeep Singh of India is in this frame. (Getty Images)

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‘That's why I had to appeal a lot’: Arshdeep Singh gives reason behind his aggressive appeal for wickets during ODI series

KL Rahul, who grabbed six catches, was the front-runner to bag the inside-the-dressing-room award but he batted for rising star Sai Sudharsan to be presented with the medal.&nbsp;

Sai Sudharsan won the 'Impact Fielder' of the series award.

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WATCH: KL Rahul's generosity comes to the fore as captain bats for rising Indian star as 'Impact Fielder' of ODI series

Sanju Samson’s impressive innings of 108 runs off 114 balls, combined with Tilak Varma's steady 52 runs off 77 balls, propelled India to a strong total of 296 for 8.&nbsp;

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IND vs SA: KL Rahul reveals the exact reason why Sanju Samson hasn't received many chances at No.3

Rohit Sharma is set to return to the cricketing fray since his last outing in the World Cup 2023 final, leading India in a two-Test series against South Africa beginning December 26.

Rohit Sharma of India speaks to his side in the huddle ahead of the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 Final between India and Australia.

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Simon Doull names 'India's most selfless cricketer in a long time' and it's not Virat Kohli, KL Rahul or Mohammed Shami

The viral moment occurred during South Africa's chase, as Keshav Maharaj entered the crease with the team struggling at 177 for 6 in the 34th over.&nbsp;

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Watch: KL Rahul's 'Ram Siya Ram' comment to Keshav Maharaj steals the show in 3rd ODI; video goes viral

Sanju Samson's innings of 108 off 114 deliveries, his first international century, came in his 40th match since debuting for India eight years ago.&nbsp;

Sanju Samson celebrates after scoring a century.

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IND vs SA: Legendary Sunil Gavaskar gives massive verdict on Sanju Samson after Indian batter scores maiden ODI century

IND vs SA 3rd ODI: After Tony de Zorzi's wicket, South Africa suffered a batting collapse as they were bowled out for 218 in the run chase of 297 in the series decider.

Sanju Samson celebrates his maiden ODI century in the series decider against South Africa (Getty Images)

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Sanju Samson's maiden ODI hundred and Arshdeep Singh's four-fer leads India to ODI series win on South Africa soil after 5 years

India vs South Africa 3rd ODI: Sanju Samson was promoted to no.3 and he repaid team management's faith by scoring his maiden hundred in international cricket.

Sanju Samson celebrates after reaching his maiden ODI century in the third ODI against South Africa (Getty Images)

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Sanju Samson scores maiden ODI hundred 8 years and 5 months after international debut, joins Virat Kohli on this list

The current ODI series between India and South Africa is poised at an intriguing juncture with both teams sharing honours. India won the first game while the Proteas won the second match.

Rajat Patidar pictured while playing a shot in nets. 

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IND vs SA: RCB batter makes ODI debut as India make two changes for series decider after being asked to bat first

The weather is poised to play a crucial role in the game, with forecasts predicting extremely hot conditions, adding an extra layer of challenge for the players.

A general view shows Boland Park cricket stadium in Paarl. 

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Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Axar Patel won the toss and opted to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

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Sneh Rana grabbed three wickets in a single over for her maiden five-wicket haul in WODIs, while Pratika Rawal excelled with a well-crafted fifty to shape India's 15-run win over South Africa in the Women's Tri-series. 

India beat South Africa by 15 runs in Women's ODI Tri-series. 

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