In the heart of Gqeberha, South Africa and India faced off in a gripping encounter during the 2nd T20 International on December 12, 2023, at the iconic St. George’s Park. Aiden Markram’s strategic move after winning the toss and opting to bowl first unfolded under the backdrop of improved weather conditions, seizing the opportunity after the rain cleared just before the toss. The anticipation was high after the first T20I in Durban was marred by rain, leading to a washout.
The Indian innings began with early setbacks as openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill were dismissed for a duck, creating an early challenge for the team. However, the resilient spirit of Captain Suryakumar Yadav came to the forefront as he joined forces with Tilak Varma to resurrect the innings. Despite Varma’s departure for 29 runs off 20 balls, Yadav showcased his class, scoring 56 runs off 36 balls with an impressive tally of 5 fours and 3 sixes.
SA vs IND: Fans Can’t Keep Calm As Rinku Singh Breaks Media Box Glass With A Powerful Six
One of the standout performances of the match came from Rinku Singh, the emerging finisher for Team India. Singh’s dazzling innings of 68 runs from 39 balls included a striking display of nine fours and two sixes. His remarkable contribution played a pivotal role in steering India to a commendable total of 180-7 in 19.3 overs.
In the climactic moment of the 19th over, Rinku Singh etched his name in the match’s history with a jaw-dropping six off Aiden Markram. Charging down the track, Singh unleashed a powerful shot that not only cleared the boundary but soared into the media box, shattering the glass. The incident became an instant sensation, capturing the attention of cricket fans and spreading like wildfire on social media.
The video capturing Rinku Singh’s glass-breaking heroics quickly went viral, creating a buzz among cricket fans worldwide. The unexpected turn of events added a unique flavour to the match and left spectators in awe of Singh’s incredible power-hitting ability. Social media platforms were abuzz with discussions, and fans eagerly shared their reactions, further fueling the excitement around this extraordinary moment.
Rinku Singh decided to break the glass today.. pic.twitter.com/T9v6Bc0DTU
— Keh Ke Peheno (@coolfunnytshirt) December 12, 2023
