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Updated on: February 25, 2018 20:24 IST

India win 3rd T20I to clinch maiden T20I series in South Africa

Bowlers held their nerves as India registered a nail biting seven-run victory in the third and final Twenty20 International to clinch their maiden T20I series in South Africa on Saturday. Chasing a target of 173 runs, the Proteas could only manage 165/6 in their 20 overs. The match came alive in the last seven overs as JP Duminy and debutant Christiaan Jonker took the battle to the Indian bowlers. Ahead of the T20 Tri-Nation series, which India will play against neighbours Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, the BCCI released a 15-man squad that will be led by Rohit Sharma. Team India opener Shikhar Dhawan will take the role as vice-captain whereas skipper Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni have been rested for the tournament. For more sports news and updates: https://www.indiatvnews.com/sports

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