In a breathtaking display of batting, Tilak Varma made his first T20I hundred, taking India to a tough total of 219 against South Africa in the third T20I. After the early dismissal of Sanju Samson, Tilak paced his innings immensely well. He shared a mammoth 107-run stand with Abhishek Sharma, really steadying the Indian innings after the early wicket. Tilak began with boundaries all the way, settling early. He reached his fifty in just 32 balls and shows how he was aggressive in intent. A couple of wickets fell at the other hand, but it didn't make him bored; he rather waited before exploding into an even more aggressive phase. His century came off in just 51 balls. He sent a flying kiss to the Indian dugout before hitting a massive six over fine leg on the free hit that followed his century. Tilak continued to score 107 off 55 balls with 8 fours and 7 sixes. This was a knock that heralded the tone of the Indian innings and helped in posting a total that would challenge South Africa. His calm aggression ensured dominance in the match for India. Tilak Varma makes history with a dazzling maiden T20I hundred! A young star rising on the big stage. 🏏🔥 pic.twitter.com/ObjF8aUcF3 — CricketGully (@thecricketgully) November 13, 2024 Also Read | Watch: Tilak Varma Nails a Perfect Reverse Sweep Six in 3rd T20I India’s Dominant Batting Display vs South Africa Besides Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma also played an important role in India's aggressive start. Abhishek was one of those players who came all guns blazing – smashing a half-century within 24 balls before losing the wicket. He included 3 fours and 5 sixes, proving his attacking mindset. Hardik Pandya added 18 runs, while debutant Ramandeep Singh impressed with 15 off just 6 balls, helping India reach to a good total.