Ranchi, Nov 28 (UNI) Ahead of the India–South Africa ODI scheduled for November 30 at the JSCA International Cricket Stadium in Ranchi, both teams intensified their preparations, with Indian players engaging in rigorous practice sessions. Meanwhile, photos of Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant visiting former India captain MS Dhoni’s farmhouse went viral on social media, adding to the excitement among fans.
According to sources, Kohli and Pant arrived separately at Dhoni’s Ranchi residence late Thursday night, where they received a warm welcome. Large crowds of enthusiastic fans gathered outside Dhoni’s house upon learning of their arrival. The two cricketers spent nearly two hours with Dhoni and his family, and also joined them for dinner.
The meeting, just days before the crucial ODI, is being viewed as a positive gesture that strengthens camaraderie and team morale. In a heartwarming moment that delighted waiting fans, MS Dhoni personally drove Virat Kohli out of the farmhouse, creating a memorable scene for those present.
Meanwhile, at the JSCA Stadium, both the Indian and South African squads engaged in intense on-field practice. Indian players focused on nets, fielding drills, and match-simulation routines.
Virat Kohli concentrated on back-foot punch, pull shots on short-of-length deliveries, and cover drives against spin, fine-tuning his technique ahead of the match. Captain Rohit Sharma worked extensively on handling swing bowling with front-foot defense, pickup pull, and slog sweep, aiming to sharpen his shot selection for the upcoming contest.
