Kuldeep Yadav Halts Dewald Brevis’s Onslaught in IND vs SA 2025 ODI
Kuldeep Yadav played a pivotal role in the recent second ODI between India and South Africa, which took place in Raipur on December 3, 2025. His crucial breakthrough came when he dismissed Dewald Brevis, who had been making significant strides in the match.
Kuldeep Yadav Halts Dewald Brevis’s Onslaught
Brevis showcased his attacking prowess, scoring 54 runs off just 34 deliveries. However, Yadav’s tactical bowling was instrumental in breaking the 92-run partnership between Brevis and Matthew Breetzke during the 41st over. Kuldeep delivered a tossed-up ball targeting the middle and leg stump, leading to Brevis’ dismissal just after he had hit a six off Yadav.
Critical Dismissal
The catch was taken by Yashasvi Jaiswal at long-on, highlighting Yadav’s impact on the game. Despite his aggressive innings, Brevis could not shift down the gears, which has been a noted concern for him. This was not his first impactful performance, as he had previously scored 37 runs off 28 balls in the first ODI of the series.
AB de Villiers’ Insights
- AB de Villiers, the former South African captain, has highlighted Brevis’s batting approach.
- He advises the young player to balance aggression with control.
- De Villiers mentioned, “Understanding the change of gears is crucial for him moving forward.”
Match Summary
India batted first in this encounter, putting up an impressive total of 358 runs for five wickets, led by Virat Kohli’s century (102 runs) and Ruturaj Gaikwad’s brilliant 105 runs. In response, South Africa was at 311 runs for four wickets after 43 overs, with Breetzke contributing 63 off 60 balls and Tony de Zorzi scoring 13 off 8 balls.
South Africa finds itself trailing 0-1 in the three-match series after losing the first ODI in Ranchi by 17 runs. The teams will meet again for the final match of the series on December 6 in Vizag.
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