Tilak Varma wins Impact Player of the Series After SA T20I Triumph
India wrapped up a hard-fought five-match T20I series against South Africa with a convincing 3-1 victory, finishing the leg on a high on Friday, December 19. The hosts clinched the final match by 30 runs, driven by impactful batting performances from Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya, along with disciplined bowling from Varun Chakravarthy. So let’s know about Tilak Varma wins Impact Player of the Series.
Raghu Presents Impact Player of the Series Award
Emerging left-hander Tilak Varma was among the standout performers throughout the series and was deservedly named the Impact Player of the Series. The award was presented by Team India’s training assistant Raghavendra Dwivedi, popularly known as Raghu, following the conclusion of the series.
Tilak Varma Expresses Gratitude
Speaking in a video shared on Team India’s official Instagram handle, Tilak expressed his appreciation for the recognition and reflected on the team’s collective effort under pressure.
He acknowledged that receiving the award from Raghu made the moment even more special and highlighted how the series served as a crucial test for the team. Tilak also pointed out that similar challenges are expected in the upcoming New Zealand series and the T20 World Cup, stressing the importance of maintaining the same mindset moving forward.
Consistent Numbers Define Tilak’s Series
The Hyderabad-born batter delivered a strong and consistent performance across the series:
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Runs: 187 in 4 innings
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Average: 62.33
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Strike Rate: 131.69
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Fifties: 2
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Highest Score: 73
His reliability in the middle order played a key role in India’s dominance.
Versatility on Display in Key Moments
Tilak Varma showcased his adaptability with the bat throughout the series. He demonstrated composure while rebuilding the innings after India slipped to 48/3 in the opening match, and later displayed attacking intent with a fluent 42-ball 73 in the final T20I. His crucial partnership with Hardik Pandya helped India post a competitive total and seal the series in style.
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