In the third and final ODI played here on Tuesday, India defeated South Africa by seven wickets to win the series 2-1. India bowled out South Africa for a meagre 99 runs thanks to spinner Kuldeep Yadav's four caught batters. On a surface with turn, the spin combination of Yadav (4/18), Washinton Sundar (2/15), and Shahbaz Ahmed (2/32) shared eight wickets between them. With two wickets, Mohammed Siraj (2/17) contributed as well. In response, India scored the necessary runs in 19.1 overs, thanks in large part to Shubman Gill's score of 49 from 57 balls.

The trophy is given to Shikhar Dhawan, who then shares it with his teammates before posing for photos. Now then! The tour of India by South Africa is now over. Both the T20I and ODI series have been won by the hosts. Now, both teams will compete in Australia's major competition. So long for now, bye!

Shikhar Dhawan seems to be quite pleased of the youngsters for playing with maturity. Adds that despite being down 1-0, they produced a fantastic atmosphere and displayed wonderful spirit. claims that they never really put pressure on themselves because they felt the results would come naturally if they stuck to the fundamentals. Mentions that although the wickets weren't favourable for batting, the hitters performed a fine job and the bowlers took advantage of them.

Mohammed Siraj, the Player of the Series, claims that he always gives it his all when he bowls. He continues, "With the fresh ball, I try to locate the proper location, but after 15 overs, it doesn't swing as much, so I draw my length back a little bit." Mentions the fact that fast bowlers occasionally need to be aggressive and fiery.

Kuldeep Yadav took four wickets for 18 runs to earn Player of the Match honours. He claims to be overjoyed to get the honour after recovering from an injury. claims to be in a wonderful groove and thinks the wicket helped as well. claims that he was out of touch before to getting hurt, but that now he wants to maintain acting morally.

The South African team's captain, David Miller, claims that even though they scored 99 runs, their batting was not up to par. adds that it is a regrettable outcome and disappointing to end the series in this way. Adds that the pitch was a little two-paced, sliding, and sticky, with a turn offered as well. They did manage to establish their footing, as shown by the fact that they were good in several areas. However, they must play better in ODIs.