India Keeps Perfect Record Intact, South Africa Suffers Slump in T20 Cricket

India's cricket team maintained their unbeaten record at Durban after securing a 61-run victory over South Africa in the first T20 International match.

All-rounder KL Rahul led the charge for India, while the spinners played a crucial role in restricting the South African batsmen, with Ravi Bishnoi and Varun Chakravarthy combining to take 6 wickets. This win keeps India's winning streak at Durban intact, a venue that has so far been a fortress for the team. Andrew Cape and Rara players are yet to breach the 200-run mark against India at Durban in T20 Internationals. For South Africa, Heinrich Klaasen's 25-run knock, which included 2 fours and 1 six, was not enough to save them from their fifth consecutive defeat at the venue.

Samson's 45 runs off 26 balls set the platform for India, who made a total of 202/8 in their 20 overs. The South African batsmen struggled to make an impact, as they were bowled out for 141/9 in 17.5 overs. Arshdeep Singh took 3 crucial wickets for India, restricting the South African batsmen and helping his team seal the victory.

The international series will continue with the second T20I match in Durban, with India looking to keep their winning momentum intact. The match will be an important one for South Africa to turn their fortunes around, while India will look to seal the series opener in style.