Rohit Sharma has shattered Shahid Afridi's ODI sixes record, hitting his 352nd maximum. Ravichandran Ashwin lauded Sharma's remarkable transformation

Despite losing the first ODI by 17 runs, Temba Bavuma expressed confidence in South Africa's ability to compete against India.

Temba Bavuma draws on memories of Rohit Sharma's early days as he assesses the influence of experienced Indian stars ahead of the ongoing series, emphasising the value of seasoned players and the demand for more top-level cricket.

Many spent the whole subsequent day trying to figure out what Rohit had yelled and it was Arshdeep who eventually gave a playful clue.

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) all-rounder Moeen Ali called MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma the two best T20 captains of all time.

The Indian cricket team continued its celebrations at their Ranchi hotel after securing a 17-run victory in the first ODI against South Africa. However, a short video from the team lobby quickly drew attention online for reasons beyond the win itself.

Ashwin also questioned the Indian team selection after all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy's exclusion from the playing XI in the first ODI against South Africa, despite Hardik Pandya being unavailable.

Underlining their experience in international cricket, Bavuma recalled watching a young Rohit in the 2007 T20 World Cup which India won as a school student.

India will next face South Africa in Raipur for the second ODI on Wednesday and will hope to seal the series with one match remaining.