November 16, 2024: Tilak Varma’s stunning performances in the series against South Africa left fans and pundits alike in awe, and the young batter was rightfully named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series.
In his post-match presentation, Tilak reflected on his incredible journey, which included scoring two centuries in South Africa—an achievement he described as “unbelievable.”
Looking back at his previous visit to South Africa, Tilak humorously recalled, “Last year, when I played here, I got out on the first ball. This innings was very crucial for the team and the series,” underscoring the significance of his recent performances in turning things around. His calmness under pressure and adherence to the basics played a key role in his success. He added, “I just wanted to hold my shape and follow my basics, just like I did in the last game. I remained calm throughout.”
Scoring two centuries in South Africa’s challenging conditions was a dream come true for the young batter, who admitted, “I never imagined I’d score two hundreds in South Africa in such challenging conditions.” His maturity, focus, and consistency were instrumental in India securing the series win.
Tilak also expressed his heartfelt gratitude towards captain Suryakumar Yadav, acknowledging his leadership and support. “Thanks to our captain Surya for this,” he said, reflecting on how the team’s unity and collective spirit contributed to the success.
The young batter also took a moment to reflect on his recent injury struggles. He credited his recovery and performance to his belief in God and his personal process, sharing, “As I said last match, I was injured in the last few games. I believe in God and my process, that’s why I celebrated like that to God.”
Tilak’s remarkable series not only helped India secure the win but also firmly established him as one of the breakout stars of the series, with his composed and impactful batting performances making him one of the most talked-about players in recent times.
