IML INDM vs SAM Highlights | India Masters Thrash South Africa Masters by 8 Wickets in International Masters League 2025 India Master vs South Africa Masters

India Masters dominated South Africa Masters with a commanding 8-wicket victory in the International Masters League 2025. South Africa crumbled for just 85 runs as Rahul Sharma and Yuvraj Singh dismantled their batting lineup. Ambati Rayudu’s explosive 41* ensured an effortless chase, wrapping up the match in just 11 overs. Sachin Tendulkar and Irfan Pathan departed early, but Rayudu and Pawan Negi sealed the win comfortably. With this win, India Masters continue their strong run in the tournament.

Scorecard
South Africa Masters: 85 all out (13.5 overs)

Henry Davids 38 (28), Dane Vilas 21 (15)
Rahul Sharma 3/18, Yuvraj Singh 3/12
India Masters: 89/2 (11 overs)

Ambati Rayudu 41* (34), Pawan Negi 21* (12)
Tshabalala 1/20, Eddie Leie 1/32
India Masters won by 8 wickets | Player of the Match: Rahul Sharma

India Masters Dominate South Africa Masters with an 8-Wicket Win

India Masters continued their dominant run in the International Masters League 2025, securing an emphatic 8-wicket win over South Africa Masters at BCA Stadium, Vadodara. A clinical bowling display, led by Rahul Sharma and Yuvraj Singh, restricted South Africa to a mere 85 runs. In response, Ambati Rayudu’s explosive innings made the chase a mere formality, as India Masters cruised to victory within 11 overs.

South Africa Masters Struggle to Put Up a Fight

After winning the toss, India Masters opted to bowl first, a decision that quickly paid off. South Africa Masters got off to a disastrous start, losing key wickets in quick succession. Hashim Amla was the first to fall, dismissed by Rahul Sharma for just 9 runs. The veteran duo of Jacques Kallis and Jacques Rudolph failed to make an impact, both departing without scoring.

Henry Davids was the only batter who showed some fight, scoring 38 off 28 balls, but he lacked support from the other end. Farhaan Behardien tried to stabilize the innings but could only manage 9 before falling to Pawan Negi. Dane Vilas added a struggling 21, but the lower order crumbled under pressure. Yuvraj Singh’s spin proved too much for the South African middle order, as he claimed three wickets in a brilliant spell. Stuart Binny and Pawan Negi also chipped in, wrapping up the innings in just 13.5 overs for a paltry 85.

India Masters’ Bowlers Shine

The Indian bowling unit displayed remarkable discipline and aggression. Rahul Sharma was the standout performer, picking up three wickets while conceding just 18 runs. Yuvraj Singh turned the game on its head with his dual strikes, while Pawan Negi and Stuart Binny provided crucial breakthroughs. South Africa’s batters had no answers to the relentless pressure applied by the Indian attack.

Ambati Rayudu’s Fireworks Seal an Easy Chase

Chasing a modest target of 86, India Masters got off to a steady start. However, they lost their iconic captain, Sachin Tendulkar, early in the innings for 6, caught and bowled by Thandi Tshabalala. Irfan Pathan followed soon after, falling to Eddie Leie for 13.

Despite the minor setbacks, Ambati Rayudu took charge of the chase with an electrifying knock. The wicketkeeper-batter smashed 41 off just 34 balls, finding the boundaries with ease. His aggressive stroke play left the South African bowlers with no respite. Pawan Negi played a breezy 21* off 12 balls, finishing the chase in style as India Masters wrapped up the match in just 11 overs.

South Africa’s Bowling Effort Falls Short

While Thandi Tshabalala and Eddie Leie managed to pick up one wicket each, the South African bowling attack struggled to contain India’s batters. Vernon Philander and Henry Davids were unable to make an impact, and Garnett Kruger’s expensive spell only added to South Africa’s woes. The lack of a competitive total made it difficult for their bowlers to put India Masters under any sort of pressure.

Rahul Sharma and Ambati Rayudu Shine as India Masters Dominate

With a stellar performance from both their bowlers and batters, India Masters showcased their dominance in the International Masters League. Rahul Sharma’s early breakthroughs set the tone, while Ambati Rayudu’s attacking approach ensured a swift chase. The team looks in formidable form as they continue their journey in the tournament.

What’s Next for Both Teams

India Masters’ dominant win further strengthens their position in the International Masters League 2025. Their well-balanced squad, featuring legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Yuvraj Singh, and Ambati Rayudu, makes them strong contenders for the title. South Africa Masters, on the other hand, need to regroup quickly and address their batting concerns. Their next match will be crucial in determining their chances of staying in contention.

Cricket fans can expect more thrilling encounters as the International Masters League continues, bringing together some of the game’s greatest legends in a battle for supremacy.