Live Cricket Score| India vs South Africa Live Score, 2nd ODI: Markram’s century leads South Africa to victory over India, level three-match series 1-1

22:17 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: South Africa win
In a thrilling high-scoring encounter, South Africa successfully chased down India’s imposing total of 358/5, winning by four wickets with just four balls remaining. India had looked in command with half-centuries from Virat Kohli (102) and Ruturaj Gaikwad (105), supported by KL Rahul (66*), but South Africa’s response proved clinical, led by a masterful 110 from Aiden Markram.
22:01 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: SA in control
At the end of 48 overs, South Africa are 351/6, needing just 8 runs from 12 balls. Corbin Bosch has moved to 21 off 10 balls with three boundaries, while Keshav Maharaj has 7 from 11 deliveries. Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh have kept the pressure on with disciplined bowling, conceding just 10 and 9 runs respectively in their overs. With the required run rate now down to 4.00, India remain in control, but South Africa are poised to chase down the remaining runs if Bosch and Maharaj find the gaps in the final overs.
21:55 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: India Keep the Pressure Alive
After 47 overs, South Africa are 344/6, needing 15 runs from 18 balls. Keshav Maharaj has added 4 off 8 deliveries, while Corbin Bosch continues his aggressive approach with 18 off 7, including three boundaries. Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana remain tight with the ball, each keeping a watchful eye on the scoring rate. With the required run rate now at 5.00, the contest is still alive, but South Africa are steadily closing in on India’s 358-run total.
21:49 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: South Africa Close In on Target
At the end of 46 overs, South Africa are 341/6, needing just 18 runs from 24 balls. Keshav Maharaj has contributed 2 off 3, while Corbin Bosch remains aggressive with 17 off 6, including three boundaries. Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh have kept the pressure on with tight bowling, picking up a wicket each. With the required run rate at 4.50, the equation favors South Africa, but India’s disciplined bowling ensures every run is hard-earned as the game heads into its final overs.
21:44 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: South Africa Shake-Up at the Crease
South Africa’s innings sees another twist as Tony de Zorzi appears to hobble off after attempting a run. With the batter struggling to continue, Keshav Maharaj walks out to join the crease. India’s bowlers will sense an opportunity here, hoping to capitalize on the disruption and apply pressure on the new batter. The chase of 358 remains challenging, and every moment counts as South Africa try to keep the momentum going.
21:36 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Jansen Departs with a Lofted Attempt
Marco Jansen’s brief innings comes to an end as he lofts a full delivery around middle and leg, aiming for a straight drive but failing to clear the long-off fielder. Ruturaj Gaikwad races in and completes a clean catch, giving India another crucial breakthrough. Jansen scored 2 runs off 2 balls, and his dismissal adds pressure on South Africa as they try to chase down the target.
21:30 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Breetzke falls to Prasidh
Matthew Breetzke’s promising innings comes to an end as he is adjudged LBW to Prasidh Krishna for 68 off 64 balls, which included 5 fours. His dismissal is a crucial breakthrough for India, slowing down South Africa’s chase and adding pressure on the remaining batsmen.
21:25 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: South Africa Edge Closer to Target
Tony de Zorzi finishes his innings in style, smashing Kuldeep Yadav for a six over cow corner. Earlier, Aiden Markram had taken on the same bowler with a boundary off his first delivery. This late flourish takes South Africa closer to India’s total, keeping the chase alive and exciting.
21:19 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Breetzke Edges South Africa Closer
Matthew Breetzke continued his fine knock, bringing up 61 off 57 balls with five boundaries, while Tony de Zorzi added 3 runs off 5 deliveries. At the end of over 42, South Africa reached 299/4, needing 60 runs from 48 balls. Prasidh Krishna and Kuldeep Yadav bowled tight lines, conceding 7 and 9 runs respectively, keeping the pressure on the visitors.
21:11 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: South Africa Lose Key Wicket in Chase
Dewald Brevis fell to Kuldeep Yadav for 54 off 34 balls, finishing with a strike rate of 158.82. He smashed five sixes and a four during his innings but was caught by Yashasvi Jaiswal. South Africa are now 289/4, needing 88 runs from 59 balls as the chase for 359 continues.ld Brevis fell to Kuldeep Yadav for 54 off 34 balls, finishing with a strike rate of 158.82. He smashed five sixes and a four during his innings but was caught by Yashasvi Jaiswal.
21:05 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Brevis Smashes Big Six
Dewald Brevis punished a slower bouncer from Harshit Rana, pulling it over square leg for a towering six. South Africa continue their chase of 359, reaching 265/3 in 39.4 overs. Brevis is now 37 off 25 balls, striking with a six and a four, while Matthew Breetzke remains solid at the other end on 49.
20:56 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Breetzke Approaches Fifty as SA Reach 259/3
After 38 overs, South Africa are 259/3, needing 100 runs from 72 balls with a required run rate of 8.33. Matthew Breetzke is just shy of his fifty, unbeaten on 49 off 48 balls with four boundaries, while Dewald Brevis has 31 from 24, including two sixes. Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna continue to bowl tightly, keeping the pressure on the South African batsmen.
20:50 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: South Africa Keep Up the Chase
At the end of over 37, South Africa are 253/3, with the required run rate climbing to 8.15. Matthew Breetzke is unbeaten on 45 off 44 balls, striking four boundaries, while Dewald Brevis has 29 from 22, including two towering sixes.
20:42 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Brevis Goes Big Down the Ground
Prasidh tosses it in the slot and Dewald Brevis heaves through the line, sending it soaring over long-off for a SIX. Powerful strike to keep South Africa’s chase alive.
20:37 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Brevis Breaks Free with Upper-Cut Boundary
Arshdeep goes short and Brevis finally gets hold of one, upper-cutting it over the cordon for a much-needed FOUR. Pressure-relieving shot from the youngster as South Africa look to lift their scoring rate.
20:30 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: India Maintain Grip as Required Rate Crosses 9
South Africa moved to 214/3 after 34 overs, but the required run rate has now climbed to 9.06 as India continue to choke the scoring opportunities. Dewald Brevis has shown some intent with a six in his 12 off 15, while Matthew Breetzke remains steady on 27 from 32 balls.
Spinners and discipline tightening the chase
Arshdeep Singh’s tight spell (5-0-16-1) along with Kuldeep Yadav’s pressure (7-0-49-0) has kept South Africa from breaking free. With 145 still needed from 96 balls, the home side must find boundaries quickly to stay in the contest.
20:21 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: South Africa Face Mounting Pressure in Chase of 359
South Africa reached 201/3 at the end of 32 overs, but the asking rate has now climbed to 8.77 runs per over as India continue to tighten the screws in the middle phase. The dismissal of Aiden Markram has slowed the scoring, putting pressure on the new pair at the crease.
Brevis and Breetzke rebuild but chase stiffens
Dewald Brevis is currently on 2 off 7 balls, trying to settle in, while Matthew Breetzke has moved to 25 from 28 deliveries with just two boundaries to his name. India’s spinners — Kuldeep Yadav (6-0-39-0) and Harshit Rana (7-0-38-1) — are keeping things quiet, forcing South Africa to rethink their tempo.
20:09 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Dot ball
Kuldeep Yadav to Breetzke, no run. The batter backs away and drives a length delivery spinning into off, sending it calmly to cover.
20:06 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Key Wicket Gives India a Vital Break
Harshit Rana breaks through with a clever slower ball, dismissing Aiden Markram for 110 off 98 balls, ending a sparkling innings featuring 10 fours and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 112.24. Markram’s dismissal leaves South Africa at 190/3, slightly denting their chase of India’s 358. Ruturaj Gaikwad takes the catch, providing India with a crucial breakthrough at a pivotal stage.
19:59 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Markram Powers South Africa
Aiden Markram continued his superb innings, reaching 109 off 96 balls with 10 fours and 4 sixes, steering South Africa to 190/2 at the end of the 29th over. Matthew Breetzke contributed 18 runs from 19 deliveries, providing solid support at the other end. Kuldeep Yadav and Harshit Rana bowled tightly but couldn’t break the partnership, conceding 37 and 29 runs respectively. The chase of India’s 358 is on, with South Africa needing 169 from 21 overs, keeping the game poised and exciting.
19:50 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Markram Reaches 100, Keeps South Africa in Hunt
Aiden Markram brought up his 88-ball century with a punch down the ground to long-on, marking his fourth ODI hundred. The South African dressing room erupted in applause as Markram lifted his bat in a quiet celebration, sharing a hug with his batting partner before wiping the sweat off his face. His innings has been instrumental in keeping South Africa in the chase of India’s 358, giving his side hope with 165/2 at the end of the over.
19:45 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Markram Smashes a Lofted Six Off Jadeja
Aiden Markram unleashed a powerful lofted shot down the ground off Ravindra Jadeja on 26.1, sending the ball soaring straight into the sightscreen. The perfectly timed strike showcased his intent to dominate and keep South Africa on track in the chase. Jadeja changes ends after conceding the six.
19:38 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Breetzke Delights with a Gorgeous Drive for Four
Matthew Breetzke showcased his elegant timing and technique with a beautiful cover drive off Prasidh Krishna on 24.4, racing the ball to the boundary. The shot adds crucial momentum to South Africa’s innings as they inch closer to India’s imposing total, keeping the required run rate within reach.
19:30 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Prasidh Krishna Concedes Consecutive Boundaries as Markram Finds the Gaps
Aiden Markram took full advantage of Prasidh Krishna’s back-of-a-length deliveries, hitting consecutive boundaries in the 22nd over. On 22.2, Markram waited patiently before ramping the ball fine past deep third for four, followed by another streaky boundary on 22.3. South Africa edges closer to India’s total, keeping the required run rate manageable.
19:23 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Bavuma Falls After 46, India Strike Back
In the sixth ball of the 21st over, Temba Bavuma’s patient innings came to an end. Prasidh Krishna delivered a perfect length ball, Bavuma attempted a shot but Harshit Rana held on to a clean catch. Bavuma departs for 46 off 48 balls, including 3 fours and a six, as South Africa slips to 125/2, needing to rebuild after losing a key wicket in the chase.
19:17 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Tilak’s Gravity-Defying Save Stuns Crowd as Markram Sneaks a Single
On the fourth ball of the 20th over, Kuldeep Yadav pitched to Aiden Markram, who sent it toward the long-on boundary. Tilak Varma leapt mid-air, caught the ball, and realized he was behind the rope. In a gravity-defying effort, he managed to throw it back inside before landing, leaving spectators in awe. Despite Tilak’s heroic attempt, Markram still completed a single. India’s fielding effort continues to be spectacular, making every run hard-earned as South Africa moves to 112/1 in a tense chase.
19:09 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Markram Pulls Off Lucky Six, Bursts Past Jaiswal
On the second ball of the 18th over, Kuldeep Yadav bowled a half-tracker to Aiden Markram, who rocked back and pulled it off the toe end. Yashasvi Jaiswal, stationed just inside the boundary, moved back but couldn’t stop the ball, which sailed over for six. Markram now advances to 57 off 55 balls, keeping South Africa in the hunt as they chase India’s imposing 358. The lucky six energizes the batting side while India’s fielders regroup for the next delivery.
19:04 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
IND vs SA Live Cricket Score, 2nd ODI: Fielding Error Lets South Africa Maintain Momentum
On the second ball of the 17th over, Ravindra Jadeja bowled to Temba Bavuma, who managed a single despite a potential run-out. Yashasvi Jaiswal fumbled the chance in the field, allowing South Africa to keep their key batsman at the crease. Bavuma now moves to 30 off 33 balls, while Markram continues to anchor the innings with 51. India’s fielding lapse means the required run rate remains challenging but achievable.
18:59 (IST) 3 Dec 2025
India vs South Africa LIVE: Markram Smashes Fifty as South Africa Reach 92/1
At the end of the 16th over, South Africa were 92/1 in their chase of 358. Aiden Markram brought up a well-paced fifty, scoring 51 off 53 balls with six fours and a six, while Temba Bavuma added 29 from 32 with three crisp boundaries. India’s spinners, Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja, kept things tight, conceding just 24 runs combined in the over. The required run rate has climbed to 7.85, indicating South Africa still has work to do to stay in contention.