Dewald Brevis Shines with Stunning Catch to Dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad
Dewald Brevis showcased his exceptional skills during the opening ODI match between India and South Africa. He executed a remarkable one-handed catch at backward point, dismissing Ruturaj Gaikwad for just 8 runs off 14 balls. This pivotal moment helped South Africa break a stable third-wicket partnership that had yielded 22 runs in 5.1 overs.
Dewald Brevis Shines with Stunning Catch
The dismissal provided crucial relief for the South African team as Virat Kohli stood strong at the crease, unbeaten on 85 runs from 78 balls at that point. Washington Sundar made his debut at No. 5, walking in with India at 184 for 3 in 26.2 overs. However, he struggled to find his rhythm, scoring only 13 off 19 balls before being dismissed, which left India at 200 for 4 in 30.3 overs.
Match Highlights
- Event: Opening ODI match between India and South Africa.
- Date: November 30, 2025.
- Key Players: Dewald Brevis, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Washington Sundar.
- Score: India 200 for 4 at one stage; South Africa seeking breakthroughs.
Earlier in the match, Rohit Sharma had a noteworthy innings, narrowly escaping dismissal when a catch was dropped. After settling in, he unleashed a series of impressive strokes. Rohit achieved a historic milestone, breaking the record for the most sixes in ODI history, previously held by Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi. Starting on 349 sixes, he equaled Afridi’s mark with two sixes and surpassed it with his 352nd six later in the match.
Rohit Sharma’s Milestone
- Previous Record: 349 sixes by Afridi.
- New Record: 352 sixes by Rohit Sharma.
- Runs Scored: 57 runs off 50 balls.
Rohit’s innings came to a close when he chose not to review an lbw decision, despite Virat Kohli’s encouragement for a DRS check. Kohli himself was in superb form, reaching his half-century with a six that drew applause from head coach Gautam Gambhir. Together with Rohit, he pushed India to a commanding position, as their hundred-run partnership helped stabilize the innings during a relatively slower phase of scoring.
Yashasvi Jaiswal had given India a brisk start to set the tone for the innings, but the dismissal by Nandre Burger brought Kohli to the field to join Rohit, keeping South Africa on their toes.
