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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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Karnataka government has blamed RCB for the stampede, merely informing them about celebrations rather than taking permissions for the event.

Karnataka government said that RCB did not consult them before announcing trophy celebrations.

Karnataka government mentioned the video posted by RCB featuring Virat Kohli talking about the celebration in dressing room.

Karnataka government blames RCB for causing confusion with their post about limited free entry.

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IND vs ENG: Former England captain Alastair Cook feels that the bowlers always blame the ball or the run-up after bowling a bad delivery.

Mohammed Siraj complained about the ball after 10.3 overs.

Shubman Gill faced flak for getting the ball changed which was favouring Jasprit Bumrah.

Alastair Cook feels bowlers don't admit to bowling a bad ball. 

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'It's like they bowl a bad ball and it's never their fault': England legend Alastair Cook trolls bowlers for asking frequent ball changes in Lord's Test

IND vs ENG: India's premier leg-spinner is still waiting in the wings for a chance to showcase his talent on England pitches in the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025.

Kuldeep Yadav's last Test appearance was in October 2025 against New Zealand.

Washington Sundar has been preferred over Kuldeep to deepen the batting lineup.

Kuldeep Yadav's coach wants the leg-spinner to get a chance in the ongoing series.

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'Deep down he must be wondering when he'll get a chance': Kuldeep Yadav's childhood coach reveals coversation amidst continued snub on England tour

Legendary West Indies captain Clive Lloyd wants batters to bat like Larry Gomes instead of finding ways to score quickly.

West Indies were bowled out for 27 in pink-ball Test run chase.

Clive Lloyd disagress with Darren Sammy, wants batters to adopt traditional Test cricket.

After whitewash at home, West Indies will tour India and New Zealand in 2025.

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Ahead of the five-T20I series against Australia, Shimron Hetmyer has made a statement with five sixes in an over in a low-scoring encounter in Guyana.

Shimron Hetmyer hit 6 sixes in his 10-ball 39.

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Hetmyer averages 36 against Australia in T20Is.

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