Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

ODI cricket (1997): Winner of the triangular series final played in Durban (February 1997) From the participating nations, identify which team won the Standard Bank triangular ODI series final at Durban in February 1997. Choose the correct option.

Difficulty: Easy

South Africa
India
Zimbabwe
Pakistan
Sri Lanka

Correct Answer: South Africa

Explanation:

GivenFind the winner of the ODI triangular series final held at Durban in February 1997.

Concept/ApproachRecall the Standard Bank International One-Day Series (1996–97) hosted by South Africa with India and Zimbabwe.

Answer & ReasonSouth Africa defeated India in the final at Kingsmead, Durban, to clinch the series.

Common PitfallAssuming India won because they reached the final; however, South Africa prevailed.

Final AnswerSouth Africa.

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