India vs South Africa 2025: Kohli, Kuldeep star in 17-run win

India clinched the 1st ODI against South Africa by 17 runs, led by Virat Kohli’s composed batting and decisive spells from Harshit and Kuldeep. The bowlers tightened at the death after crucial middle-overs strikes, thwarting South Africa’s chase. The win gives India an early series lead and momentum ahead of the second ODI in a closely watched tour this week.