Playing in his 305th ODI, Virat Kohli was under pressure heading into the contest, having been dismissed for a duck in two matches in Australia.

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli hungry for more success after latest ton, says 'as long as my fitness levels are...'

Playing at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, India, needed a final over finish to get over the line as they beat South Africa by 17 runs. 

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli shines with record ton in nail-biting win as hosts take 1-0 lead

Now, a full international, Dewald Brevis was called into action when he clutched a superb catch to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad.

Watch: Dewald Brevis clutches stunner to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad, fans call out Mumbai Indians for IPL release

Playing at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, Virat Kohli now has the most hundreds in a single international format, breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record of 51 hundreds in Tests.

IND vs SA, 1st ODI: Virat Kohli silences critics with statement hundred in Ranchi, breaks THIS Tendulkar record

So far, Gautam Gambhir has taken charge of 19 Test matches for India, winning seven and drawing two. However, it is the number of defeats that make his position more vulnerable.

Should Gambhir continue as India Test team coach after horror show against South Africa? Here's what numbers say

Spinner Simon Harmer took six wickets as South Africa thrashed India by 408 runs in the second Test on Wednesday to sweep the series and condemn the hosts to a record loss.

Pressure mounts on Gautam Gambhir after South Africa debacle, but when is India's next Test series?

In four innings of the two Tests, India's highest team total was 201 which came in the first innings of the Guwahati Test. In rest of the three innings, the home team was able to cross 150-run mark only once. Their limited ability to play spin was painfully visible in the series.

Stand-in skipper Rishabh Pant says India's biggest Test loss is 'little disappointing'

In 18 matches in charge of the Indian side in the red-ball format, Gautam Gambhir has guided India to wins in seven matches, along with two draws. However, it is the number of defeats that makes it worse. 

Coach Gautam Gambhir's Test track record: A recipe for disaster or a failed 'transition'?

As India announced their ODI squad for the ODI series against South Africa, everyone waited for the comeback of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Now, let's glance at the five players who returned to the ODI set up.

From Ravindra Jadeja to Ruturaj Gaikwad: 5 players who returned to Indian ODI squad

While big names like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli kept their place, it was the returns of Rishabh Pant and Ruturaj Gaikwad that made the headlines. The squad also saw the return of Ravindra Jadeja, who was dropped during the Australia series last month.

IND vs SA: KL Rahul to lead India in ODI series in Shubman Gill's absence; Pant, Gaikwad return



South Africa, who recently drew 1-1 in Pakistan, are chasing a first series win in India since Hansie Cronje's team triumphed there in 2000.

IND vs SA, 2nd Test: Kuldeep Yadav takes three as hosts restrict Proteas to 247/6 at stumps

From Lance Klusener to Dale Steyn, here's a look at the top five bowlers with most wickets for South Africa vs India in ODIs. This list also includes Shaun Pollock, Allan Donald and Anil Kumble.

5 bowlers with most wickets in IND vs SA ODIs: Only one Indian makes the cut

Neck spasm saw Shubman Gill miss the Kolkata Test despite being in the Playing XI. In Gill’s absence, Rishabh Pant will lead the Indian team for the Guwahati Test, which will be his first as skipper in the red-ball format.

IND vs SA: India captain Shubman Gill officially ruled out of Guwahati Test, Rishabh Pant to take charge

As announced earlier and decided by the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the upcoming Test will feature a unique pattern. 

Explained: Why Guwahati Test is breaking traditions ahead of the India-South Africa high stakes contest

The ‘Player of the Match' award went to Simon Harmer, who produced figures of 4/30 and 4/21, making a big impact in a closely fought contest. But what if we tell you Simon Harmer doesn’t hold the record for best bowling figures between India and South Africa in Tests on Indian soil.

IND vs SA: Not Simon Harmer, THIS bowler holds record for best bowling figures on Indian soil in Test cricket

It will be a great opportunity for Indian batters to consolidate on the start as they look to dominate the World Test Champions. 

IND vs SA, 1st Test: Bumrah five-for helps India bundle out Proteas for 159

Playing in his eighth Test matches as captain of the Indian side, Shubman Gill has now lost seven tosses, with his only toss win coming in the second Test against the West Indies. 

IND vs SA: Unlucky Shubman Gill makes bold statement, says 'I'm going to win toss in WTC final'

India and South Africa will battle for a three-match ODI series starting from Sunday (Nov 30). Let's glance at the five batters with most runs whenever these two sides met in a 50-over cricket game.

From Virat Kohli to Sachin Tendulkar: 5 players with most runs in IND vs SA ODIs

Nitish Kumar Reddy, who is likely to miss the opening Test match against South Africa after Jurel’s rise, will be in frame for a spot in the 50-over team. To prepare for the series, the Indian team management will allow him to join the India A squad.

Nitish Kumar Reddy released from Test squad, set to join India A for unofficial ODI series vs South Africa - Report

India and South Africa last played at Eden Gardens in February 2010, a year before the ODI World Cup. It was the same tour of South Africa during which Sachin Tendulkar became the first player to score an ODI hundred. 

IND vs SA: Here's what happened last time India-South Africa squared off at Eden Gardens

From Virender Sehwag to Sachin Tendulkar here is a look at five batters with highest individual Test scores for India vs South Africa at Eden Gardens. The list also features the likes of VVS Laxman, MS Dhoni and Mohammad Azharuddin. 

From Virender Sehwag to Sachin Tendulkar, 5 batters with highest individual Test scores for India vs South Africa at Eden Gardens

From Wasim Jaffer to Rahul Dravid here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual Test score at Eden Gardens. The list has some legendary names including VVS Laxman, Mohammad Azharuddin and Sunil Gavaskar as the latest series against South Africa is set to take centre stage.

From Wasim Jaffer to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with highest individual Test score at Eden Gardens

From VVS Laxman to Sachin Tendulkar here is a look at five batters with most Test runs at Eden Gardens. The list also features the likes of Rahul Dravid, Mohammad Azharuddin and Dilip Vengsarkar as the latest series between India and South Africa is set to kickoff. 

From VVS Laxman to Sachin Tendulkar, 5 batters with most Test runs at Eden Gardens

Playing in the second unofficial Test against South Africa A, Rishabh Pant decided to retire hurt, having been struck three times on his body. 

IND vs SA: Setback for India ahead of South Africa series opener? Rishabh Pant retire hurts in unofficial Test

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IND vs SA: Virat Kohli hungry for more success after latest ton, says 'as long as my fitness levels are...'

Virat Kohli shines with record ton in nail-biting win as hosts take 1-0 lead

Watch: Dewald Brevis clutches stunner to dismiss Ruturaj Gaikwad

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli silences critics with statement hundred in Ranchi

Should Gambhir continue as India Test coach after horror show vs South Africa?

Pressure mounts on Gautam Gambhir, but when is India's next Test series?

Rishabh Pant says India's biggest Test loss is 'little disappointing'

Gambhir's Test track record: A recipe for disaster or a failed 'transition'?

From Jadeja to Gaikwad: 5 players who returned to Indian ODI squad

IND vs SA: KL Rahul to lead India in ODI series in Shubman Gill's absence

Kuldeep Yadav takes three as hosts restrict Proteas to 247/6 at stumps

5 bowlers with most wickets in IND vs SA ODIs: Only one Indian makes the cut

IND vs SA: Gill officially ruled out of Guwahati Test, Pant to take charge

Explained: Why Guwahati Test is breaking traditions ahead of the India-South Africa high stakes contest

THIS bowler holds record for best bowling figures between Ind vs SA in Tests

IND vs SA, 1st Test: Bumrah five-for helps India bundle out Proteas for 159

IND vs SA: Gill makes bold statement, says 'I'm going to win toss in WTC final'

From Virat Kohli to Sachin Tendulkar: 5 players with most runs in IND vs SA ODIs

Nitish Kumar Reddy released from Test team, set to join India A squad - Report

Here's what happened last time India-South Africa squared off at Eden Gardens

5 batters with highest individual Test scores for IND vs SA at Eden Gardens

5 Indian batters with highest individual Test score at Eden Gardens

Meet 5 batters with most Test runs at Eden Gardens

IND vs SA: Setback for India? Rishabh Pant retire hurts in unofficial Test