The first T20I match between India and South Africa was abandoned without a ball being bowled at Kingsmead, Durban. It was a disappointing outing for both teams as rain did not stop which led to the toss not taking place and after pondering, the match officials decided to call off play.
This was the second no-result match between India and South Africa in the shortest format. India has now only 5 matches left before the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
Match Details
Details- India vs South Africa, 2nd T20I
Venue- ST George Park, Port Elizabeth
Date and Time- 12th December, 8.30 PM IST
Pitch Report
The pitch at Port Elizabeth is a good batting paradise. The conditions will help the bowlers, especially the spinners which could create doubts on the batter’s mind as the batting would become tougher. and
It promises to be an exciting contest between the bat and the ball. The weather will be of major concern and hope that it does create an impact on the result.
The captain that wins the toss would likely field first keeping in mind the weather, restrict the opponent, and chase down the target easily.
Both teams would be looking to get the ball rolling and showcase their skills in front of a huge crowd that will be gathered for this encounter.
India (Ind) vs South Africa (SA)- Predicted Playing XI
India
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill/Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravi Bishnoi, Mukesh Kumar, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh.
South Africa
Reeza Hendricks, Matthew Breetezke, Aiden Markram (C), Klassen, David Miller, Tristian Stubbs, Donovan Ferreria, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Gerlad Coetzee, Shamsi.
Fantasy Selection- Ind vs SA
Team 1– Yashavi Jaiswal, Reeza Hendricks, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Klassen (VC), Rinku Singh, Stubbs, Ravindra Jadeja, Marco Jansen, Mukesh Kumar, Gerald Coetzee, Arshdeep Singh.
Team 2- Shubman Gill, Matthew Breetezke, Shreyas Iyer, Markram (VC), Jitesh Sharma, Stubbs, Bishnoi (C), Maharaj, Mohammed Siraj, Shamsi, Arshdeep Singh.
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