Lucknow: The Indian men’s cricket team took a short break from their busy schedule with a movie outing in Lucknow on Monday evening, ahead of the fourth T20 International against South Africa. The team is currently leading the five-match series 2–1 and arrived in the city following a convincing win in the previous encounter.
India’s victory in the third T20I was powered by a disciplined bowling performance that restricted South Africa to a modest total of 117 runs. The pace attack made early inroads, putting the visitors under pressure from the outset. Despite a fighting knock from South Africa’s captain, the batting line-up struggled to recover.
In response, India chased the target comfortably. A quick start at the top ensured control of the run chase, and the team managed minor hiccups without losing momentum. The bowlers once again played a decisive role, with a tight spin spell in the middle overs sealing the contest.
After the win, the squad enjoyed a relaxed evening together at a local cinema, watching a newly released Hindi film. The outing offered a welcome opportunity for the players to unwind, recharge and bond as a group ahead of the upcoming match.
The Indian team has now settled in Lucknow, where conditions are cooler than the plains but less demanding than Dharamsala. With confidence high and team spirit strong, India will aim to extend their lead and move closer to sealing the series when they take the field for the fourth T20I on Wednesday.
