South Africa endured a messy moment in the field during the second ODI in Raipur, gifting India extra runs through a double overthrow that quickly became a talking point among fans online. The incident added to the Proteas’ frustration on a day when India looked in control with a strong platform in the first half of the innings.

At the time of the mishap, India were cruising at 141/2 in 22.4 overs, with Virat Kohli batting on 44 off 42 and Ruturaj Gaikwad steady on 43 off 48. The pair had put on a fluent 79-run partnership off 78 balls, keeping the scoring rate healthy and pushing South Africa further under pressure.

Fielders attempted a direct hit at the striker’s end but missed, followed by an unnecessary second throw that again went astray—allowing Kohli and Gaikwad to complete additional runs comfortably. Social media erupted immediately, with fans trolling the Proteas for what many described as “school-level fielding” and “total chaos under pressure.”

South Africa, who opted to bowl first after winning the toss, have struggled to contain India’s momentum despite early wickets. Nandre Burger has been the pick of the bowlers so far with 40 runs conceded in 5.4 overs, while Aiden Markram has chipped in with a tidy one-over spell.

With India building steadily and South Africa’s fielding lapses adding to the pressure, the hosts look well-placed to post a strong total in this crucial second ODI.

 

 

 

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