While Aiden Markram and captain Temba Bavuma hung on to the Proteas in the big chase in the must-win game of the Raipur ODI, Indian substitute fielder Tilak Varma produced a stunning save, which stunned everyone. 

With the help of twin centuries by Ruturaj Gaikwad (105) and Virat Kohli (102), India managed to score 358/5 in 50 overs. Chasing down the big target, while the opener Quinton de Kock was dismissed early, Aiden Markram and the skipper Temba Bavuma brilliantly controlled the chase. 

Aiden Markram had luck soon after completing his half-century when Yashasvi Jaiswal dropped him at long on. Soon, Tilak Varma stunned everyone with his brilliant fielding skill. 

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IND vs SA, 2nd ODI: Substitute fielder Tilak Varma saved five runs with brilliant fielding

It was the 20th over when Tilak Varma defied gravity. While Kuldeep Yadav was bowling to Markram, the Proteas opener launched him at long on once again. Substitute fielder Tilak Varma was in charge at long on at that time, as he flew to grab that opportunity. 

Tilak successfully grabbed that ball in the air, but he couldn't avoid landing before the boundary line. Understanding the situation quickly, the Indian fielder threw the ball outside the boundary just before he landed on the boundary cushion. It was a tight call, as the third umpire checked from different angles before giving the decision as only a single run. So, that brilliant attempt saved five crucial runs for the hosts. 

Watch the video of Tilak Varma's brilliant fielding

That was a 100/100 effort by #Tilak! ✈

Came in as a substitute fielder, saved a certain six, and boosted the team’s spirit. 🙌#INDvSA 2nd ODI, LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/uUUTmm025J pic.twitter.com/4qgLEWAm3q

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