Chahal, who conceded over 10 runs per over in the last two games, returned with figures of 3/20 in his four overs at an economy rate of five.
The 31-year-old dismissed Dwaine Pretorius, Rassie van der Dussen and the hero of the last match, Heinrich Klaasen, to break South Africa’s backbone.
Shedding light on what changes he made coming into the game at the post-match presentation ceremony, Yuzvendra Chahal said:
He added:
Along with Chahal, Harshal Patel also made significant contributions, picking up four wickets as India successfully defended 179 runs. The hosts bowled out South Africa for 131 to win the match by 48 runs and keep the series alive.
“Coaches just told me to back my strengths” - Yuzvendra Chahal
The veteran leg-spinner, who won the Purple Cap in the recently concluded IPL 2022, failed to replicate his form in the first two matches of the series.
Chahal received severe criticism for his dismal performances but he silenced his naysayers with a superlative performance in Vizag.
When asked about the message from the team management, he said:
Yuzvendra Chahal will look to keep the momentum going in the fourth game of the series on June 17 in Rajkot.
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