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India skipper KL Rahul yielded that a "exceptional" Sanju Samson was finding it challenging to track down a spot in the side as stalwarts in the group possess key spots, adding that he was satisfied the gifted cricketer got his opportunity in the series against the Proteas.

Samson, raised to No.3 spot, crushed his lady ODI century in the third and last match against the Proteas on Thursday as India won by 78 hurries to wrap up the series 2-1.

"Satisfied for Sanju, he's been an exceptional entertainer in the IPL throughout the long term. Sadly, we haven't had the option to allow him the opportunity at No. 3, in light of the fact that clearly there are stalwarts in the ODIs who possess those key spots.

"Happy he had the option to get his possibilities here," said Rahul following the huge win.

Samson's deliberate 108 (114 balls) and Tilak Varma's patient 52 (77 balls) directed India to a serious 296 for eight. South Africa tested the travelers through a fifty by Tony de Zorzi (81, 87 balls) however were at last bowled out for 218 in 45.5 overs.

Samson didn't get the open door in the principal ODI as the objective set by South Africa was extremely low, while in the subsequent match, the wicketkeeper-player scored 12 coming in at No.5. In any case, in the decider, he was raised to No.3 as Virat Kohli isn't visiting with the ODI side.

Rahul added the focal point of the group will presently move to the two-Test series starting in Centurion on December 26. Ordinary captain Rohit Sharma and Kohli will be back in the side and Rahul will be the best option guardian.

"Will celebrate with the young men and afterward change back to zeroing in on the Test series in a little while. Love being around the young men, that is the way it's been since I approached South Africa after some time away following a disheartening World Cup last," he added.

'Player of the match' Samson said he was glad to have scored his lady ODI century in 16 trips, and added the additional 3-4 overs he got to bat coming in at No.3 helped him in his undertaking.

"Glad for it (century), particularly taking into account the outcome too. Have been buckling down. This configuration gives you an additional opportunity to grasp the wicket and the bowler's mentality. Batting at the highest point of the request gives you those 10-20 additional conveyances," said Samson.

He added that the youngsters in the side had truly increased their game and done right by the seniors.

"The entire nation is exceptionally pleased with how Tilak Verma has moved forward, parcels more anticipated from him. The seniors have set the principles of Indian cricket and the youngsters are coming in and finishing the work. It's not exceptionally simple, in the middle between and playing each 2-3 days however they're taking care of business."

Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, who returned magnificent figures of 4 for 30 to add to the five-for in the main ODI, said the IPL experience had improved him a much cricketer.

"The arrangement was basic, it was to bowl wicket-to-wicket and get lbws and bowled. Some of the time when there is nothing occurring on the wicket, you really want some help from the umpires, that is the reason I needed to pursue a great deal," said the 'Player of the Series' for his 10 wickets.

"IPL has been a generally excellent stage for us youths, there is definitely not a major hole among IPL and global cricket. You comprehend the outlook of global cricketers and it makes a difference. We are adoring the possibilities we have. We'd very much want to do our absolute best in the future also and get along admirably," he added.