In an action-packed second T20I between India and South Africa on November 10, Tristan Stubbs celebrated wildly after Andile Simelane dismissed India’s skipper, Suryakumar Yadav, with a perfect yorker. Stubbs’ jubilant celebration, reminiscent of David Warner’s iconic air-punching leap, added to the electrifying atmosphere at St George’s Park in Gqeberha.
India’s batting line-up struggled on the challenging pitch, and Suryakumar, having managed only four runs off nine balls, was dismissed in the fourth over, leaving India reeling at 15/3. Simelane’s lethal yorker hit Suryakumar’s back foot, and after a brief discussion with Tilak Varma, the Indian skipper chose not to review and walked off.
Stubbs, the star of the day, later spoke about managing the run rate and praised his batting partner, Gerald Coetzee, who played a quickfire knock to help South Africa secure the win. Reflecting on the game, Stubbs shared that he was nervous as 20-30 of his friends and family were present to celebrate his mother’s birthday, making his performance even more memorable.
Meanwhile, 21-year-old Andile Simelane shared his delight in dismissing Suryakumar Yadav. Speaking during the mid-innings break, he expressed excitement at having his bowling plans pay off. Simelane credited the coaching staff for encouraging him to trust his slower balls, allowing him to remain calm under pressure. Taking down the former World No.1 batter was a special moment he vowed never to forget, marking a major milestone in his young career.
