In this sports update, India’s Aishwarya Paliwal and sports editor Nikhil Naz discuss the 1st ODI between India and South Africa in Ranchi. South Africa won the toss and elected to bowl first, which Nikhil attributes to the “dew” factor expected later in the evening. Nikhil comments that “now is the time to end the toss in India” given that the team is bad with the coin. The match highlights the return of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who are “determined to play” the 2027 World Cup. With KL Rahul leading the side, the focus remains on the form of the veteran duo as they prepare for the future. Nikhil adds that despite losing the toss, the fans will enjoy seeing Rohit and Virat take to the bat soon.
