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Visakhapatnams Adani Gangavaram Port besieged by workers
Hundreds of port workers reached on Monday (December 8, 2025) morning along with their families including women and children
Decade on, proposal for NIPER-Vizag gathers dust
NIPER in Visakhapatnam was promised by the then Union Minister Ananth Kumar in 2016 during a partnership summit
Dale Steyn hails KL Rahuls leadership
Visakhapatnam, Dec 7: Former South African fast-bowling great Dale Steyn has heaped praise on KL Rahul, crediting the Indian stand-in captain for steering the side to a well-earned 21 triumph over South Africa in the recently concluded three-match ODI series. India set the tone in Ranchi with a hard-fought 17-run win before sealing the series []
Gambhir hints at keeping chop and change policy
Visakhapatnam, Dec 7: Gautam Gambhirs penchant for shuffling cricketers has often come under sharp scrutiny, but the head coach insisted that batting order is overrated in white ball cricket, strongly hinting of him sticking to his trusted ways. Forced by the combination, Ruturaj Gaikwad, a genuine opener, had to bat at No. 4 in the []
Roasted Cockroach Found in Chicken Noodles Served at Hotel on Beach Road
Vijayawada Food Safety joint controller N. Poornachandra Rao maintained, We have been inspecting hotels and restaurants in Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Tirupati and other places. We are booking cases for violation of norms.
Vizag Cops Arrest 10 Illegal SIM Activators For Enabling Cyber Frauds
Visakhapatnam city police have arrested 10 agents for illegally activating hundreds of SIM cards using which cybercriminals have carried out large-scale online frauds across the country.
Flight cancellations continue in Visakhapatnam as fare surge hits passengers
With IndiGo grounding 10 services and other airlines hiking prices despite the fare cap, travellers report last-minute cancellations, steep fares and mounting hardship
Builders misusing BPS to raise illegal structures, says GVMC Commissioner
Ketan Garg warns that unauthorised constructions will not be tolerated, with demolitions already under way, and urges owners to regularise only eligible buildings before the August 31, 2025 cut-off
Winter chill sparks surge in tourist visits to ASR District
Aviation sector plunged into crisis under Ram Mohan Naidus leadership, alleges YSRCP
Amarnath says the Minister failed to address FDTL issues, rising airfares and unprecedented flight disruptions
SEA delegation meets MPs, renews call for merger of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant with SAIL
Two Maoists from Chhattisgarh surrender before ASR police in Paderu
Sincerely Thank BCCI For Entrusting MCA With SMAT Knockouts Hosting, Says Pawar
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Rohit Pawar, the President of the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA), expressed gratitude to the BCCI for awarding them the hosting rights of the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) knockouts, adding that they are committed to provide a great experience of staging the matches for every stakeholder. The fixtures were originally scheduled to be held in Indore, but have been shifted to Pune by the BCCI owing to accommodation constraints caused by a major conference of doctors in the city. The Super League matches hosting will be split between the MCA International Stadium in Gahunje and the DY Patil Academy Ground, Ambi, while the final is set to be held on December 18. We sincerely thank the BCCI for having faith in the Maharashtra Cricket Association and entrusting us with hosting the Super League and Final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. MCA is fully prepared and committed to delivering a top-class experience for players, officials, and fans. We look forward to hosting an exciting and competitive set of matches in Pune, said Pawar in a statement on Sunday. MCA also said it has already initiated comprehensive operational and logistical arrangements to ensure seamless conduct of the tournament and uphold the highest standards of organization associated with BCCI events. We sincerely thank the BCCI for having faith in the Maharashtra Cricket Association and entrusting us with hosting the Super League and Final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. MCA is fully prepared and committed to delivering a top-class experience for players, officials, and fans. We look forward to hosting an exciting and competitive set of matches in Pune, said Pawar in a statement on Sunday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Left-handed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, who hit a match-winning century in the third ODI against South Africa at Visakhapatnam, where India won the series 2-1, will turn up for Elite Group A toppers Mumbai in the Super League stage of the competition. Article Source: IANS
Virat Kohli offers prayers at Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple at Simhachalam
IndiGo to operate 11 flights, cancel 10 from Vizag Airport on December 7
Passengers face significant disruptions as IndiGo cancels nearly half of its scheduled flights from Vizag, prompting calls for government intervention to ensure refunds and support for those affected
Yashasvi Jaiswal To Join Mumbais Squad For SMAT: Report
Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: After smashing a century in the final ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam, India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal is reportedly set to join the Mumbai squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). As per the Cricbuzz report, a senior Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) official has confirmed Jaiswal's availability for SMAT. He has made himself available for the SMAT campaign, the official said on Sunday Defending champions Mumbai, captained by Shardul Thakur, are currently stationed in Lucknow and sit atop Elite Group A with five wins in six outings. Their final league clash is slated for December 8 against Odisha. From there, the top two teams in each of the four Elite Groups will progress to the Super League. The next stage will be played in Pune on December 12, 14, and 16, culminating in the championship final on December 18. Jaiswal, who last featured in the 202324 quarter-final, skipped the previous edition owing to international duties. Across 28 appearances in the competition, the 23-year-old has accumulated 648 runs from 26 innings, averaging 27 with a strike rate of 136.42, and has three fifties to his name. The Indian national selection committee rested Jaiswal for the upcoming five-game T20I series against South Africa while naming a 15-member squad led by Suryakumar Yadav on December 3. Jaiswal, who last featured in the 202324 quarter-final, skipped the previous edition owing to international duties. Across 28 appearances in the competition, the 23-year-old has accumulated 648 runs from 26 innings, averaging 27 with a strike rate of 136.42, and has three fifties to his name. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Jaiswals inclusion in Mumbais squad will strengthen the teams chances as the youngster will be entering the tournament on the back of an unbeaten ODI century. He notched up a magnificent 116* in 121 deliveries to help India chase a 271-run target with ease and clinch the three-game series 2-1. Article Source: IANS
Gambhir says batting order overrated in white-ball cricket after ODI series win
Visakhapatnam: Gautam Gambhirs penchant for shuffling cricketers has often come under sharp scrutiny, but the head coach insisted that batting order is overrated in white ball cricket, strongly hinting of him sticking to his trusted ways. Forced by the combination, Ruturaj Gaikwad, a genuine opener, had to bat at No. 4 in the just-concluded ODI Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Rohit Sharma joins Indias 20,000-run club
Visakhapatnam, Dec 6: Rohit Sharma etched his name deeper into Indian crickets legacy on Saturday, becoming only the fourth Indian to surpass 20,000 international runs. The milestone places him in an elite club alongside Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid a quartet that now defines Indias batting heritage across eras.The Indian captain brought []
Nine Flights Cancelled at Visakhapatnam Airport
Travellers expressed frustration over the uncertainty, particularly those with connecting flights or urgent work commitments.
Plastic-free Message Scores Big at Vizag ODI
In a unique initiative promoting sustainability, the ACA, in collaboration with Swachh Andhra Corporation and GVMC, launched an eco-friendly selfie point on the stadium premises. The installation aims to encourage the public to support a plastic-free Visakhapatnam.
Stay In Your Domain: Gambhir Slams IPL Team Owner After ODI Series Win
Gautam Gambhir: Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, under scrutiny following the recent Test series defeat to South Africa, delivered a fiery rebuttal to critics after India clinched the ODI series 21 with a dominant nine-wicket victory over the Proteas in the third and final match of the series in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. His strongest remarks were seemingly directed at Delhi Capitals co-owner Parth Jindal, who had publicly advocated for a split-coaching structure in Indian cricket. Addressing the media after the series win, Gambhir, who highlighted the absence of skipper Shubman Gill, sidelined with a neck injury, as a key factor in Indias Test series loss, asserted that individuals outside the cricketing ecosystem should refrain from commenting on matters beyond their expertise. He said: I am surprised that no one was talking about this (Gill's unavailability to bat) and all the discussions were around the pitch and many other things. There were people who had nothing to do with cricket also giving their opinions. An IPL team owner also wrote about a split coaching staff who had nothing to do with the game. People should stay in their domain. If I do not enter anybodys domain, they also have no right to enter my domain. Confirming Gills availability for the upcoming T20Is, Gambhir added: Shubman is ready to gothats why hes been selected. Hes fit, hungry to work, and improve. And look, there are quality players on this side. As Ive said many times, they are world-class players. He said: I am surprised that no one was talking about this (Gill's unavailability to bat) and all the discussions were around the pitch and many other things. There were people who had nothing to do with cricket also giving their opinions. An IPL team owner also wrote about a split coaching staff who had nothing to do with the game. People should stay in their domain. If I do not enter anybodys domain, they also have no right to enter my domain. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India now turns their attention to the five-match T20I series against South Africa, beginning December 9 in Cuttack, followed by games on December 11 (New Chandigarh), December 14 (Dharamsala), December 17 (Lucknow), and December 19 (Ahmedabad). Article Source: IANS
'Fought Hard For This One,' Writes Kuldeep Yadav After India Win ODI Series With SA
Kuldeep Yadav: India's left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has put out a message on social media, asserting that the team has fought hard to bag the ODI series against South Africa 2-1 after winning the third and final match by nine wickets with a dominant display at the ACA-VDCa Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. Kuldeep claimed 4-41 and, along with Prasidh Krishna (4-65), helped bundle out South Africa for 270 despite a super century by Quinton de Kock, who hammered a 89-ball 106 and a 67-ball 48 by skipper Temba Bavuma. Fought hard for this one, said Kuldeep Yadav in a story on his Instagram handle. Earlier, Kuldeep said he enjoyed bowling with a dry ball after KL Rahul won the toss and chose to bowl first, thus avoiding the dew that had affected their bowling in the first two matches of the three-match series. We started well, Arshdeep and Harshit, they kept tight lines in seven-eight overs. When spinners came, it was a bit gripping. Tried to mix the pace. Bowling with a dry ball is a luxury after the first two games. We lost 20 successive tosses; finally, we won it (toss). Very happy, said Yadav after helping India bowl out South Africa. Yadav had a near-animated discussion with skipper K.L. Rahul and Rohit Sharma as he pleaded with them to use DRS in the last couple of overs of his 10-over spell. Yadav admitted that he is not that good with the DRS, and Rohit keeps pulling his leg for that. Yadav had a near-animated discussion with skipper K.L. Rahul and Rohit Sharma as he pleaded with them to use DRS in the last couple of overs of his 10-over spell. Also Read: Live Cricket Score He said having seniors like Rahul and Rohit to guide him is a big help. You need seniors like that to guide you. I feel wicket is good to bat on. Because of the 34-over ball-change rule, if the ball is dry, it was holding on the pitch. It wasn't easy to score if there is turn. I tried variations too - legspin, googly, flipper, said Kuldeep Yadav. Article Source: IANS
Yashasvi Jaiswal: Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was relieved to score his maiden ODI century in helping India to a nine-wicket victory against South Africa in the third and final ODI and a 2-1 series win in Visakhapatnam on Saturday, finally being able to convert the start he got. Jaiswal hammered an unbeaten 116 off 121 balls, studded with 12 fours and two sixes and with Rohit Sharma (75, 73b, 7x4, 3x6) and Virat Kohli (65*, 45b, 6x4, 3x6) as India raced to 271/1 in 39.5 overs after the bowlers led by Kuldeep Yadav (4-41) and Prasidh Krishna (4-65) had helped the hosts bundle out South Africa for a modest 270. With this, Jaiswal became the sixth Indian batter to score hundreds in all three formats of the game, and at 23 is the youngest to do so. Adjudged the Player of the Match for his superb effort, Jaiswal said he gained confidence from the chats he had in the middle with Rohit and Virat. I really enjoyed (scoring 100), grateful and blessed. Rohit and I have chatted a lot about how we play and what tempo to go with. I've been unable to convert starts. I was only thinking of how to balance the innings. Sometimes I need to be more attacking and sometimes get singles and consolidate. I have to control my thoughts, where and what shots I can play. I need to go after bowlers, knowing when I need to do that helps, said Jaiswal at the post-match presentation ceremony after India won the series 2-1. Adjudged the Player of the Match for his superb effort, Jaiswal said he gained confidence from the chats he had in the middle with Rohit and Virat. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Jaiswal had scored 18 off 16 balls in the first ODI and 22 from 38 balls in the second. On Saturday, he controlled his aggression at the start and changed gears only after reaching 50 from 75 balls. His second fifty came from 36 balls. He was under pressure in the third match since dropping a crucial catch in the second ODI. Article Source: IANS
As India: As India thrashed South Africa by nine wickets in the series-deciding third and final ODI match to win the series 2-1, India's stand-in skipper K.L. Rahul said he and his teammates were happier with him for winning the toss after 20-odd games. Rahul lost the toss in the first two matches of this series, and India had to bowl second in both the matches, their bowlers hampered by the copious amount of dew that drenches the field at this time of the year, making bowling with the wet ball a lot difficult. The hosts won the first match by 17 runs in Ranchi and lost the second by four wickets in Raipur. Winning the toss on Saturday meant Rahul chose to bowl first in Visakhapatnam, and the Indian bowlers excelled, operating with a dry ball, dismissing South Africa for 270, whereas the first two matches produced scores close to 350. I don't think the team has looked at me more proudly after the toss. We got tough conditions in the first two games, glad to give bowlers a break on a tough outfield. The surface was good, we picked wickets in bunches, said KL Rahul before receiving the trophy for winning the series 2-1. Kuldeep Yadav (4-41) and Prasidh Krishna (4-66) grabbed four wickets apiece as India made the most of the opportunity to bowl with a dry ball. Rahul was especially happy with Prasidh Krishna's effort as the bowler had come under severe flak after being carted around in the first two matches. We know with teams that go hard, it can be chasing 400 or playing one too many shots and getting out. Prasidh picked 2-3 wickets, which was crucial, then Kuldeep. That's how you contain teams in ODIs, said Rahul, who scored half-centuries in the first two matches of the series. He said the wicket of South Africa opener Quinton de Kock was crucial on Saturday as he had scored a century off 80 balls and was looking very dangerous, hoping to change gears and attack the bowling. If he had managed that, South Africa could have posted a massive total and put India under pressure. We know with teams that go hard, it can be chasing 400 or playing one too many shots and getting out. Prasidh picked 2-3 wickets, which was crucial, then Kuldeep. That's how you contain teams in ODIs, said Rahul, who scored half-centuries in the first two matches of the series. Also Read: Live Cricket Score India will next play a three-match T20I series with South Africa, in which Suryakumar Yadav will lead the squad. India's next ODI assignment will be in January 2026 against visiting New Zealand. Article Source: IANS
VMRDA Clears Rs 90-Crore Tourism Project In Vizag
The Visakhapatnam Metropolitan Region Development Authority (VMRDA) has approved another major Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) project to boost tourism and leisure infrastructure in the city: Reports
Indigo crisis: Special trains from Vizag to Bengaluru to ease travel rush
Visakhapatnam: The Waltair Division of the East Coast Railway Zone here is running special trains to ease the travel rush to help people facing travel disruptions due to the mass flight cancellations by IndiGo. Among the six special trains being operated by ECoR, one will depart from Waltair Division headquarters in Visakhapatnam on December 8 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
After Kuldeep Yadav: Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his maiden century in 50-over cricket while Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli hammered half-centuries as India established their batting might by handing South Africa a nine-wicket defeat with around 10 overs to spare in the series-deciding third and final ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. After Kuldeep Yadav (4-41) and Prasidh Krishna (4-66) claimed four wickets apiece to help India bundle out South Africa for 270 built mainly on a 106 by Quinton de Kock and 48 by Temba Bavuma, Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 116 off 121 balls, Rohit Sharma blazed to 75 off 73 balls while Kohli hammered 65 not out off 45 balls as India raced to 271/1 off 39.1 overs in a majestic display of batting to seal a dominant nine-wicket victory. With this, India won the three-match ODI series 2-1, making a grand comeback with the white ball after being swept aside 0-2 in the Test series. This is India's 10th successive ODI series triumph at home. Chasing a modest target of 271, Yashasvi Jaiswal, who became the sixth Indian batter and youngest at that to score a century in all three formats of the game, and Rohit Sharma made a cautious start before unleashing some superb shots all around the park. Rohit was quite aggressive at the start as he raced to his fifty 50 off 54 balls as they laid the foundation for victory with a 155-run partnership for the opening wicket. Rohit, who was adjudged Player of the Match, pulled and drove with aplomb as he scored his second half-century of the series, following the half-century in Ranchi. He struck seven boundaries and three brilliant sixes as he showed that he can smash any attack on his day, even at 38 years old. He looked good for a century but fell to Keshav Maharaj, caught by Matthew Breetzke off an attempted sweep shot. Jaiswal, who built his innings with patience, reached his fifty off 75 balls as Rohit blasted shots from the other end. He changed gears after scoring his maiden half-century, unleashing his full potential of shot-making. He reached his first century in ODI format off 111 balls, studded with 10 fours and 1 six. But it was Virat Kohli, who stole the show with a majestic display of power-hitting, driving, slicing, pulling with ease as he unleashed a torrent of shots, as he blazed to his half-century off 40 balls (4x4, 1x6). The best of his shots was a no-look six off Corbin Bosch that left the capacity crowd mesmerised. He finished the three-match series with 301 runs with two centuries and one fifty. Jaiswal and Kohli, who had smashed centuries in the first two ODIs of the series, shared a 116-run partnership for the second wicket to seal a well-deserved and dominant victory. Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 116 off 121 balls with Kohli 65 not out off 45 balls. Earlier, asked to bat first after the Indian captain won the toss after 20 consecutive losses, South Africa lost Ryan Rickelton (0) in the first over to Arshdeep Singh, but Quinton de Kock struck a superb hundred and, with help from skipper Temba Bavuma (48) and Matthew Breetzke (24), helped the visitors reach a strong position at 168/2. Together with captain Temba Bavuma, de Kock scored 113 runs for the second wicket partnership and then, with Matthew Breetzke, shared a 54-run stand to reach his century off 80 balls in the 30th over of SA's innings. De Kock now shares the top position with compatriot AB de Villiers, who has seven centuries under his name ahead of West Indies legend Chris Gayle, who has scored six centuries in India. De Kock has amassed 23 ODI hundreds while serving as a designated wicketkeeper. As a designated keeper, he has tied with Kumar Sangakkara, who also hit 23 centuries. Currently, this is the designated keepers' joint-highest total of hundreds. But Prasidh Krishna, who was taken to cleaners in 0-27 in two overs in his first spell, redeemed himself a bit by trapping Breetzke for a run-a-ball 24 (2x6) to trigger a collapse, as South Africa lost three quick wickets to have half of their batters in the dugout for 199 runs. Prasidh Krishna, in his second spell, continued his fightback by having Aiden Markram, who scored a hundred in the previous match, lob a slower one to Virat Kohli for one, and then got the massive wicket of Quinton de Kock, the South African opener playing all over a fast and full delivery and seeing his middle-stump sent cartwheeling. Dewald Brevis (29) and Marco Jansen (17) added 35 runs for the sixth wicket, but Kuldeep changed the complexion of the game by getting both batters in the space of three balls to turn things in India's favour. He got Brevis with a wrong'un pitched outside the off-stump, and the South African spooned it up to Rohit Sharma at midwicket. A ball later, Kuldeep, bowling with a dry ball for the first time in this series, had another one as Jansen tried to hit out a well-tossed up delivery with a cross-batted shot, only to be caught by Ravindra Jadeja at deep midwicket. Keshav Maharaj struck a couple of fours in his unbeaten 20, but Kuldeep added Corbin Bosch (9) and Lungi Ngidi to his victims, and Prasidh Krishna returned for his third spell and bowled Ottneil Baartman (3) to leave India needing 271 runs to win the match and seal a 2-1 series win. The Indian bowlers initially got the stick but came back strongly in the middle-overs to wrap up the South African innings with two overs to spare and laid the foundation for victory. Keshav Maharaj struck a couple of fours in his unbeaten 20, but Kuldeep added Corbin Bosch (9) and Lungi Ngidi to his victims, and Prasidh Krishna returned for his third spell and bowled Ottneil Baartman (3) to leave India needing 271 runs to win the match and seal a 2-1 series win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa 270 all out in 47.5 overs (Quinton de Kock 106, Temba Bavuma 48, Dewald Brevis 29; Kuldeep Yadav 4-41, Prasidh Krishna 4-66) lost to India 2271/1 in 39.5 overs (Yashasvi Jaiswal 116 not out, Rohit Sharma 75, Virat Kohli 65; Keshav Maharaj 1-44) by nine wickets Article Source: IANS
Jaiswal Smashes Maiden ODI Ton as India Crush South Africa to Seal Series 2-1
Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit his maiden one-day international century as India clinched the three-match series 2-1 with a crushing nine-wicket win over South Africa on Saturday. Chasing 271 for victory, India rode on Jaiswal's unbeaten 116 and his opening stand of 155 with Rohit Sharma, who hit 75, to achieve the target with 10.1 overs to spare in Visakhapatnam. The left-handed Jaiswal reached his hundred in 111 balls as he jumped in joy and raised the bat to soak in the applause in just his fourth ODI since his debut earlier this year. Virat Kohli, who struck back-to-back hundreds in the previous two matches, hit the winning boundary to return unbeaten on 65 off 45 balls to entertain the weekend crowd. The 23-year-old Jaiswal, who now has tons in all three international formats, struggled at the start with Rohit leading the batting charge to raise his 61st ODI half-century. Rohit got past 20,000 international runs during the knock to be only the fourth Indian after Sachin Tendulkar, Kohli and Rahul Dravid to achieve the feat. Left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj cut short Rohit's innings after seven fours and three sixes in his 73-ball knock. Jaiswal switched gears after his fifty and hit a string of boundaries to ease into the target. In-form Kohli bossed the opposition bowling with six fours and three sixes to end the series with 302 runs. Bowlers set up victory after left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav and fast bowler Prasidh Krishna took four wickets each to bowl out South Africa for 270 in 47.5 overs. With the series level on 1-1, India finally won an ODI toss after losing 20 in a row as skipper KL Rahul broke the scarcely believable jinx and put South Africa in to bat. Opener Quinton de Kock made 106 off 89 balls as South Africa looked set for a big total at 168-2 but the batting collapsed. Left-handed De Kock raised his seventh ODI ton against India with a six off Harshit Rana and finished his knock with eight fours and six hits over the fence. Krishna struck twice in one over including Matthew Breetzke for 24 and Aiden Markram for one, before he bowled De Kock soon after the batsman's attacking hundred. Dewald Brevis, who hit 29, and Marco Jansen (17) attempted to rebuild the innings in their stand of 35 but Kuldeep sent the two back in the space of three deliveries to once again swing the momentum in India's favour. Kuldeep (4-41) and Krishna combined to bowl out the opposition with Maharaj unbeaten on 20. The ODI triumph comes after a 2-0 Test whitewash of India against South Africa with the team boosted by the presence of Kohli and Rohit -- the two stalwartswho play just the 50-over format after their T20 and Test retirements. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The two teams now head into five T20 matches starting Tuesday in Cuttack.
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But Prasidh Krishna: South Africa's Quinton de Kock hammered his 23rd century but India came back strongly with spinner Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna claiming four wickets apiece to restrict them to 270 all out in the series-deciding third and final ODI at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. De Kock, who played cautiously initially before changing gears, scored 106 off 89 balls, studded with eight fours and six maximums, but Kuldeep picked his ninth four-wicket haul in ODIs and helped India reel in the rampaging Proteas batters, who at one time were looking on course to take the visitors past the 300-run mark in the third successive ODI. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep claimed 4-41, including Marco Jansen (17) and Dewald Brevis in an eventful 39th over to help India wrap up the tail in a series in which the first two matches produced massive scores. With the series tied 1-1 after India won the first game by 17 runs and South Africa returned the favour in the second, the third match is the series decider that both teams want to win. Asked to bat first after the Indian captain won the toss after 20 consecutive losses, South Africa lost Ryan Rickelton (0) in the first over to Arshdeep Singh, but Quinton de Kock struck a superb hundred, and with help from skipper Temba Bavuma (48) and Matthew Breetzke (24), helped the visitors reach a strong position at 168/2. Together with captain Temba Bavuma, de Kock scored 113 runs for the second wicket partnership and then, with Matthew Breetzke, shared a 54-run stand to reach his century off 80 balls in the 30th over of SA's innings. De Kock now shares the top spot with de Villiers, who has seven centuries to his name, ahead of West Indies legend Chris Gayle, who has scored six centuries in India. De Kock has amassed 23 ODI hundreds while serving as a designated wicketkeeper. As a designated keeper, he has tied with Kumar Sangakkara, who also hit 23 centuries. Currently, this is the designated keepers' joint-highest total of hundreds. But Prasidh Krishna, who was taken to cleaners in 0-27 in two overs in his first spell, redeemed himself a bit by trapping Breetzke for a run-a-ball 24 (2x6) to trigger a collapse, as South Africa lost three quick wickets to have half of their side in the dugout for 199 runs. Prasidh Krishna, in his second spell, continued his fightback by having Aiden Markram, who scored a hundred in the previous match, lob a slower one to Virat Kohli for one, and then got the massive wicket of Quinton de Kock, the South African opener playing all over a fast and full delivery and seeing his middle-stump sent cartwheeling. Dewald Brevis (29) and Marco Jansen (17) added 35 runs for the sixth wicket, but Kuldeep changed the complexion of the game by getting both batters in the space of three balls to turn things in India's favour. Kuldeep, who bowled with great control and mixed up his deliveries, got Brevis with a wrong'un pitched outside the off-stump, and the South African spooned it up to Rohit Sharma at midwicket. A ball later, Kuldeep had another one as Jansen tried to hit out a well-tossed up delivery with a cross-batted shot, only to be caught by Ravindra Jadeja at deep midwicket. Keshav Maharaj struck a couple of fours in his unbeaten 20, but Kuldeep added Corbin Bosch (9) and Lungi Ngidi to his victims, and Prasidh Krishna returned for his third spell and bowled Ottneil Baartman (3) to leave India needing 271 runs to win the match and seal a 2-1 series win. The Indian bowlers initially got the stick but came back strongly in the middle-overs to wrap up the South African innings with two overs to spare. Keshav Maharaj struck a couple of fours in his unbeaten 20, but Kuldeep added Corbin Bosch (9) and Lungi Ngidi to his victims, and Prasidh Krishna returned for his third spell and bowled Ottneil Baartman (3) to leave India needing 271 runs to win the match and seal a 2-1 series win. Also Read: Live Cricket Score South Africa 270 all out in 47.5 overs (Quinton de Kock 106, Temba Bavuma 48, Dewald Brevis 29; Kuldeep Yadav 4-41, Prasidh Krishna 4-66) against India Article Source: IANS
3rd ODI: De Kock Equals ABDs India Record With Seventh ODI Hundred
South Africa: South Africa wicket-keeper batter Quinton de Kock equalled the record of compatriot AB de Villiers for most centuries by a visiting batter in India against India in the third and final ODI of the series at ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. Together with captain Temba Bavuma, de Kock scored 113 runs for the second wicket partnership and then, with Matthew Breetzke, shared a 54-run stand to reach his century off 80 balls in the 30th over of SA's innings. De Kock now shares the top position with de Villiers, who has seven centuries under his name ahead of West Indies legend Chris Gayle, who has scored six centuries in India. The century also saw de Kock drawing level with Sanath Jayasuriya for the most hundreds scored against India in the format. De Kock reached the landmark in just 23 innings, compared to Jayasuriyas 85. Only three other batters have six ODI centuries each against India AB de Villiers (32 innings), Ricky Ponting (59 innings), and Kumar Sangakkara (71 innings). De Kock has amassed 23 ODI hundreds while serving as a designated wicketkeeper. As a designated keeper, he has tied with Kumar Sangakkara, who also hit 23 centuries. Currently, this is the designated keepers' joint-highest total of hundreds. In terms of ODI tons, de Kock has surpassed David Warner, Sourav Ganguly, and Tillakaratne Dilshan with his 23rd. In ODIs, Warner, Ganguly, and Dilshan recorded 22 centuries. De Kock has amassed 23 ODI hundreds while serving as a designated wicketkeeper. As a designated keeper, he has tied with Kumar Sangakkara, who also hit 23 centuries. Currently, this is the designated keepers' joint-highest total of hundreds. Also Read: Live Cricket Score After losing the two-Test series 0-2, India won the first ODI by 17 runs in Ranchi before South Africa came back strongly in the second match in Raipur, chasing a 350-plus target to win by four wickets. Article Source: IANS
Four Ayyappa devotees from A.P. killed in road accident in Tamil Nadu
Rahul's Epic Reaction After Ending India's 20-Game Toss Losing Streak
India captain KL Rahul was over the moon after he won the toss and opted to bowl in the 3rd ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.
'Yessss!!!': KL Rahul breaks 20-game curse with epic toss celebration WATCH
India won the toss and elected to field against South Africa in the third and final ODI of the series at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. The last time India won the toss in an ODI was during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 semi-final against New Zealand at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium.
3rd ODI LIVE: Kohli On Verge Of Huge 'All-Time' Milestone; India Eye Series Win
India vs South Africa 3rd ODI LIVE Updates: The series is tied at 1-1 between India and South Africa heading into the third ODI in Visakhapatnam.
India vs South Africa 3rd ODI Live Streaming: India and South Africa clash in the series decider today at Visakhapatnam, with Virat Kohli in stellar form. India faces a significant toss drought, having lost 20 consecutive ODIs, a factor amplified by expected dew. Questions also linger over Washington Sundar's middle-order role as the teams battle for the series win.
Rohit's Aggressive Approach Changed How India Plays White-ball Cricket, Says Abhishek Nayar
On Virat Kohli: Former India cricketer Abhishek Nayar heaped praise on batter Rohit Sharma, crediting his aggressive approach for the change in the way of playing ODI format. The three-match ODI series of South Africas tour of India 2025 is levelled at 1-1, making the hosts targeting a series-clinching victory third ODI scheduled to take place in Visakhapatnam on Saturday. Abhishek Nayar analyzed Rohit Sharma's growth as an ODI batter, saying, Rohit Sharma has transitioned well in ODIs. From starting lower down the order, early on in his career to becoming a secure opener. This is where he truly evolved, changing how India plays white-ball cricket by adopting an aggressive approach focused on hitting sixes rather than just accumulating runs. His leadership by example, playing without worrying about centuries, has raised team standards, Nayar told JioStar. In the current three-match ODI series against South Africa, Rohit Sharma's performance has been inconsistent. He has scored 71 runs at an average of 35.50 and a strike rate of 120.34 in just two innings. In the first ODI in Ranchi, the Hitman scored 57 off 51 to start the series. He hit three sixes and five fours before left-arm bowler Marco Jansen caught him leg before wicket. Nandre Burger removed him for 14 off eight balls in the second one-dayer at Raipur. During his brief spell at the crease, the opener hit three fours before the left-arm pacer caught him behind. On why Rohit Sharma is not coming out of the crease much to play his shots, Nayar said, Rohit Sharma hasn't stepped out to hit big shots mainly due to swinging conditions in this series. When he feels the ball isn't swinging much, he confidently takes on bowlers. He's been careful with his footwork because of uncertain pitch bounce. But in familiar Vizag conditions, we'll likely see his aggressive stepping-out game return. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli turned back time and put up a classic performance in the first two ODIs against the Proteas, returning with scores of 135 and 102. On why Rohit Sharma is not coming out of the crease much to play his shots, Nayar said, Rohit Sharma hasn't stepped out to hit big shots mainly due to swinging conditions in this series. When he feels the ball isn't swinging much, he confidently takes on bowlers. He's been careful with his footwork because of uncertain pitch bounce. But in familiar Vizag conditions, we'll likely see his aggressive stepping-out game return. Also Read: Live Cricket Score On the tactical adjustments made by Virat Kohli in his batting style, Nayar said, Virat has changed his batting a lot since the Australia tour, mainly in his tactics. If you see his last two ODI innings against South Africa, every single shot comes from a different guard. Hes been on leg stump, on middle stump and on off stump as well. Hes made those changes so he can adapt to every length. Hes used his feet, been deep in the crease, and been outside the crease. His brain has worked like an AI computer, trying to figure everything out. Also, the conditions have helped the style of cricket Virat wants to play. Article Source: IANS
There is a slight desperation to win ODI series, says India assistant coach
Visakhapatnam, Dec 5: Assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate on Friday said a below-par performance in the preceding Test series has put a certain amount of desperation in the Indian team to win the ongoing ODI series against South Africa. India lost the two-match Test rubber 0-2 to the Proteas recently and the one-day series is []
Indias going to come hard at us: Breetzke
Visakhapatnam, Dec 5: South Africa batter Matthew Breetzke understands that India will come hard at them in the series-deciding third ODI here, but is banking on their balanced batting side to overcome the challenge. The three-match series is levelled at 1-1 and India will require a win on Saturday to avoid a second successive series []
AP Minister Flags Poor Safety, Unpaid Dues at Visakhapatnam Projects
On Friday, AP Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board chairman Valavala Mallikarjuna Rao, labour department additional secretary Gandham Chandrudu and senior officials joined the minister in conducting surprise inspections at multiple construction sites in Visakhapatnam
Indian bowlers face challenges in Visakhapatnam ODIs due to dew affecting ball grip and skidding, making it difficult to defend scores. Captain KL Rahul acknowledges the bowlers' efforts but highlights the need for improvement in all aspects of the game. The team's bowling attack is settled, but Prasidh Krishna's economy rate is a concern, with Mohammad Siraj's absence noted.
India vs South Africa, 3rd ODI: Presenting key player battles
India and South Africa will clash in the third and final ODI of the series on Saturday at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam.
Three-tier security in place for India-South Africa ODI in Vizag
Traffic restrictions will come into effect on Saturday morning; spectators to be allowed inside stadium three hours before the match
Visakhapatnam MP Urges Centre Action on Type 1 Diabetes in Kids
Sribharath said the situation is reflected in Visakhapatnam too, where hundreds of children are living with the condition.
VRAs seek implementation of pay scales, increase in salaries
How Vizag womans death brought to light biggest organ-trafficking network in Andhra Pradesh
The 29-year-old woman left home saying she was going on a trip with friends, but it turned out to be her tragic end. The death of the woman from a below poverty line family exposed how vulnerable individuals and families fall prey to illegal organ sale networks. K. Umashanker and Harish Gilai delve deep into the racket allegedly operating from Global Multi-Specialty Hospital in Madanapalle
Vizag doctor performs 1,000 robotic GI surgeries within 18 months
Mega PTMs will help shape students future, says Minister
Visakhapatnam region Dak Adalat at PMG office on December 18
The fares on alternative flights skyrocketed with the cancellation of IndiGo flights
Visakhapatnam police unearth more than 50 crore worth financial fraud
The police also found that a majority of the victims belong to the SC community and other middle-class families
India vs South Africa, 3rd ODI - Who will win today IND vs SA match?
IND vs SA , 3rd ODI , Cricket Tips :Team India have found it tough since South Africa landed in India. After 0-2 humiliation in tests, India suffered another embarrassment in the second ODI in Raipur. The series is leveled at 1-1, and South Africa are at the top. Can India bounce back in the final game? The final ODI is scheduled on Saturday at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam, at 1:30 PM IST. Centuries of Virat Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad went in vain as Aiden Markram and other South African batters dominated the Indian bowlers. So, South Africa are placed better, heading into the final game. IND vs SA: Match Details Date : December 06, 2025 (Saturday) Time : 1:30 PM IST Venue : Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam IND vs SA: Live Streaming Details The live action of the final ODI on Saturday will be televised on the Star Sports Network. Fans can also watch the game on the Jio Hotstar streaming platform. IND vs SA: Head-to-Head Total Matches : 95 India : 41 South Africa : 52 No-Result : 03 IND vs SA: Ground Pitch Report You will get another batting paradise like the first two games. The wicket is flat, and bowlers don't have much to bowl with. The early swing will be minimal, and spin will be much less. Hence, batters might not find it hard, and chasing is the best option. IND vs SA: Possible XIs India : Rohit Sharma , KL Rahul (c & wk), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna South Africa : Quinton de Kock (wk), Aiden Markram, Temba Bavuma (C), Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi IND vs SA: Player to Watch Out For Probable Best Batter Virat Kohli has two centuries now, and he is eyeing the third in a row. He will be a big wicket. For South Africa, Aiden Markram looked at his best with a brilliant century in Raipur. Probable Best Bowler Kuldeep Yadav is someone who can trouble the batters even on the flat deck. For South Africa, Marco Jansen has used his height on the flat track and troubled Indian batters. Today Match Prediction : India are under pressure after the loss, and inexperienced bowling and toss are not helping them much. We predict South Africa to win the final game on Saturday. IND vs SA Match 3rd Test, Today Match IND vs SA, IND vs SA Prediction, IND vs SA Predicted XIs, Injury Update of the match between India vs South Africa Also Read: Live Cricket Score Disclaimer : The prediction or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.
'Vanished in minutes': Kohli fever sells out Vizag ODI; Kaif's post captures frenzy
Virat Kohli's sensational return to form, marked by back-to-back centuries, has ignited a nationwide frenzy, selling out the Visakhapatnam ODI against South Africa. Sluggish ticket sales were reversed overnight, with fans clamoring to witness the phenomenon. Even high prices couldn't dampen the demand, showcasing Kohli's immense impact on Indian cricket.
Visakhapatnam Celebrates Tag As Safest City For Women
The celebration began with a rally. Later, a meeting was held at the AU Convention hall. Commissioner Sankhabrata Bagchi said women's safety was a priority for the city's development.
JSP MLA criticises YSRCP leaders for attacking Pawan Kalyan
Indian Navys ENC to add two warships in 2026
GIMSR launches Family Adoption Programme for MBBS 2025 batch
Visakhapatnam researchers document unique predatory behaviour of horn-eyed ghost crab
The sighting at Rushikonda sheds new light on a species believed to stay confined to sandy intertidal zones
TGCSB busts fake job racket with Myanmar cybercrime link; five held
Hyderabad: The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) arrested five persons from Hyderabad, Mysore and Visakhapatnam for allegedly trafficking unemployed young men and women to Myanmar, forcing them into organised cybercrime operations. The accused, Vasam Govardhan, from Quthbullapur (native of Warangal); Banothu Madanlal, also from Warangal; Syed Mohammad Madani from Mysore; Suggana Sudheer Kumar from Krishna Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Chennai Airport continues to suffer fresh wave of disruptions
CHENNAI: Chennai International Airport suffered a fresh wave of disruption on Thursday, with dozens of flights delayed or cancelled through the early hours, as operational difficulties continued to ripple through. Between midnight and 9am on December 4, at least 13 arriving flights and 11 departures recorded delays ranging from 18 minutes to more than three hours, according to internal airport movement logs. Indigo, which operates the largest number of domestic flights, faced the bulk of the disruption, with several of its Airbus A320 and A321 services significantly behind schedule. Inbound traffic was hit hardest in the early hours. Flights from Kolkata, Kochi and Patna saw delays of more than two hours, with one service from Hyderabad (6E6007) arriving nearly four hours late. International services from Singapore, Doha, Dubai and Kuwait also landed behind schedule, with delay durations spanning 30 minutes to close to two hours. Departures were similarly affected. Indigo's early-morning Delhi service (6E0456) pushed back more than three hours late, while departures to Kolkata and Port Blair saw delays of over two hours. Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways services experienced moderate delays, indicating that the operational disruption extended across both domestic and international carriers. The morning irregularities escalated into a wider schedule breakdown, prompting a wave of cancellations across the day. At least 26 departuresmostly operated by Indigowere cancelled for operational reasons, affecting services to key metros including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Pune and Hyderabad, as well as regional centres such as Coimbatore, Guwahati, and Visakhapatnam. Some international short-haul routes, including those to Colombo and the Andaman Islands' Veer Savarkar Airport, were also withdrawn from the day's roster. Arrivals were similarly thinned out, with at least five inbound flights scrapped, including services from Indore, Mumbai, Kochi, Jaipur and Ahmedabad. 'Could not live up to promise,' says IndiGo CEO amid hundreds of flight cancellations, delays
Andhra CM directs grounding of agreements done during CII partnership summit
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday directed officials to complete the groundbreaking of over 50 per cent CII Partnership Summit MoUs within 45 days. The 13th State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) meeting approved proposals worth over Rs 20,400 crore, including projects linked to agreements signed during the recent Visakhapatnam Investment and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Complaint filed against RINL-VSP management for violating DPE guidelines on salaries
Delightful year for Andhra cricket fans
Gadkari launches Purple Building Certification Scheme developed by AMTZ
Winter schedule changes affect Indigo airlines operations; passengers are warned of further delays on Friday (December 5); no flights cancelled from Vijayawada, but 19 services delayed on December 3, and 15 on December 4
A.P. government allots 480 acres to Adani Infra data centres in Vizag and Anakapalli districts
The AP Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited earmarked 120 acres in Adavivaram and Mudasarlova villages and 200 acres at Tarluvada in Visakhapatnam district and 160 acres at Rambilli in Anakapalli district to Adani Infra
Gautam Adani meets Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu
In a social media post, CM Chandrababu Naidu said they had discussions on key infrastructure projects and emerging opportunities in Andhra Pradesh
Effective strategy is needed for fly management in A.P., says expert
No Thermal Power Plant in the State has a dry ash collection system, commensurating with 100% of the demand, says INSWAREB secretary in a letter to the Chief Miniter
Central package for VSP not used properly, association tells Union Steel Minister
Visakhapatnam Steel Executives Association seeks appointment of a full-fledged Chairman for the plant
Andhra Govt Allots 480 Acres for Adani-Google AI Data Centre in Visakhapatnam
This project will be built to the same exacting standards that power Google services like Search, YouTube and Workspace, the GO added.
Andhra Allots 480 Acres For Adani-Google AI Data Centre In Visakhapatnam
Andhra Pradesh government has allotted 480 acres of land in Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli districts to Adani Infra (India) Pvt Ltd, a 'notified partner' of Raiden Infotech India, a Google company, for setting up 1 GW AI Data Centres in the state.
Tribals rally against Maoists in Paderu
Kohli, Gaikwad Hundreds in Vain as South Africa Chase 359 to Level ODI Series
The series-deciding third and final ODI will be played in Visakhapatnam on Saturday
ACB Arrests Civil Supplies Officer in AP While Taking Bribe
ACB arrests Civil Supplies officer in Visakhapatnam for demanding 10,000 bribe to release seized vehicle
DEMCON-2025 dementia meet from December 5 in Vizag
Vizag to host IFR, MILAN and Indian Ocean Naval Symposium in February 2026
President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the third International Fleet Review 2026 on February 18, says ENC Flag Officer and Commanding-in-Chief Vice-Admiral Sanjay Bhalla
NTPC marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities by distributing assistive devices
Team India, South Africa arrive in Vizag tomorrow
Andhra Cricket Association operations team inspects pitch, ground, seating arrangements; teams to hold practice session at the nets on Friday; Kohlis back-to-back centuries has raised expectations among fans; third lot of tickets released by the ACA on Wednesday evening sold out in under 15 minutes
Seven-year-old boy goes missing in Yeleru Canal at Kasimkota
Anakapalli police review traffic management to reduce NH-16 accidents
Cyclone Ditwah: Rains lash south coastal Andhra Pradesh
Tirupati, Nellore and Prakasam districts receive total rainfall of 2,137 mm, 1,415 mm and 11.4 mm by Wednesday morning 6 a.m. (December 3)
As far as the conflict management committee was concerned, Pawan Kalyan said either three members or the full committee should discuss issues referred to it depending on their seriousness
When global AI rush reaches a small Andhra Pradesh village
Google is building a massive AI hub and data center in Tarluwada, Andhra Pradesh. This $15 billion investment is Google's largest in India. The project will bring jobs and infrastructure upgrades to the region. Visakhapatnam is set to become a major AI and connectivity hub.
Indias longest glass skywalk bridge opens in Visakhapatnam
Experience the thrill of walking above the stunning cityscape atop Kailasagiri as Visakhapatnam unveils Indias longest cantilever glass bridge. This spectacular VMRDA project invites visitors to enjoy unmatched panoramic views and an unforgettable adventure. The post Indias longest glass skywalk bridge opens in Visakhapatnam appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
Naidu May Lay Foundation for Vizag Cognizant Campus on December 12
Cognizant will commence operations in Visakhapatnam by early 2026 from a temporary facility with a seating capacity for 800 associates, until the completion of the campus first phase by early 2029.
