India's ODI captain Shikhar Dhawan is happy that his side can show a lot of quality and strong performances in the three-match series against South Africa. After losing the first match in Lucknow, India won the series with a two-sided win over the Proteas. “The boys showed great character in those tough dances.

The bowlers were a hospital today," Dhawan said after the match. "I'm happy for the boys, the way they're acting. The way they're taking responsibility and showing maturity. I would like to thank the support staff." The first game in Lucknow was a memorable one for the "Men in Blue", especially because of the number of catches they lost.

We showed a lot of character in the first game, we lost a few catches, but we never put pressure on ourselves. We tried to stick to the system. I am enjoying the journey and I will try to keep doing well for my team."

India's 'system' player Mohammed Siraj was happy with his consistent performances in all three matches. "Against a good team gives you a lot of confidence, I have to take responsibility. I am trying to determine the length and the beginning of the sleeve. As a fast runner, you want that fire and that passion inside of you. I am happy with my performance and happy to have won the Player of the Series award," he said.

For Kuldeep Yadav, sticking to the routine helped him reap rewards, as he did 4/18 in the last game. "I don't think too much about the outcome, I just focus on the process and my pace. I try to play in the right area. Without thinking too much, my next goal is to do well in the Syed Mushtaq Ali tournament,” he said.

David Miller, South Africa's captain for the match, admitted that scoring 99 was almost their destiny "It was very difficult. Not given a score of only 99. Because it is disappointing today, to end a long line in this way. There's a bit of a twist, and it's two-speed, and it's sticky because it's under the rain.”

Miller felt that the group did not do well. "We were very good in certain areas, we managed to find our places. We just need to extend the good times when it comes to ODIs,” he said.