India put on a dominant performance in the first T20I against South Africa, powered by a sensational innings from Hardik Pandya and an incisive display from the bowlers. Pandya smashed an unbeaten 59 off just 28 balls, helping India post a competitive total of 175/6. In reply, the Proteas struggled from the start, losing early wickets to a disciplined Indian attack.

Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel shared the spoils, leaving South Africa reeling at 61/5 and eventually bowled out for 74. India secured a comprehensive 101-run victory, setting the tone for the series in emphatic fashion.