**Unusual Scene: Swarm of Flying Ants Halts India vs South Africa T20I Match in Centurion, Sparks Frenzy Online – Watch**
After India set South Africa a target of 220, Ryan Rickelton and Reeza Hendricks scored seven runs in the first over. However, play was abruptly halted as a swarm of insects invaded the field, forcing a pause in the game.
**India vs South Africa: Insect Invasion Disrupts 3rd T20I Match**
The third T20I between India and South Africa in Centurion saw an unusual interruption when a swarm of insects forced a halt in play. After India set a challenging target of 220, South Africa’s openers Ryan Rickelton and Reeza Hendricks had scored seven runs in the first over. Suddenly, the field was invaded by what the commentators identified as "flying ants," causing a delay that lasted over 30 minutes as groundsmen worked hard to make the field playable. The incident quickly went viral, with the internet buzzing over the unexpected spectacle.
Earlier, Tilak Varma delivered a stunning performance, scoring his maiden T20I century with an unbeaten 107 off 56 balls, helping India post a formidable 219/6. Promoted to number three, Varma smashed eight fours and seven sixes, showcasing brilliant shot selection and pacing his innings effectively. He became the second-youngest Indian to hit a T20I hundred, dazzling fans with his 71-run leg-side dominance. Varma’s 107-run partnership with Abhishek Sharma, who scored a 25-ball fifty, gave India a strong foundation.
South Africa’s bowlers, including Andile Simelane and Keshav Maharaj, claimed two wickets each, but struggled to contain the aggressive Indian lineup. Despite a shaky start with Sanju Samson's back-to-back ducks, India quickly shifted momentum as Varma and Sharma targeted the short boundaries during the Powerplay, propelling India to 70/1 in just six overs.
The boundary spree continued, with Varma unleashing big hits against Lutho Sipamla, Aiden Markram, and Coetzee, while Sharma reached his fifty with a single before falling to Maharaj. Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya contributed briefly, and debutant Ramandeep Singh added a six and a four. Varma completed his century in 51 balls, and his quick scoring propelled India to a massive total, setting a challenging target for South Africa to chase.....Read More
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