India further solidified their position as favorites in the Cricket World Cup by dominating second-placed South Africa and securing their eighth victory in eight matches. Virat Kohli’s record-equalling day saw him score his 49th ODI century on his 35th birthday, tying with Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar for the most ODI hundreds. India’s bowlers were also in top form, dismissing South Africa for just 83 runs, with Ravindra Jadeja taking 5 wickets for 33 runs. With this win, India secured the top spot in the standings.