India is prepared for another exciting T20I series following their successful 4-1 performance against Australia at home. This time, they are set to compete against South Africa in a three-match T20I series at Kingsmead Stadium in Durban, beginning this Sunday. With star players such as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah absent, India is determined to uphold their winning streak as they prepare for the T20 World Cup next year.
Venue and Pitch Analysis
Kingsmead Stadium in Durban is known for being a low-scoring venue. However, recent T20I matches between Australia and South Africa have seen scores well above the typical average of 140 in the first innings.
Potential Lineups
India’s probable playing XI includes Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Rinku Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Deepak Chahar, Ravi Bishnoi, Mohammed Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh. Meanwhile, South Africa’s likely lineup features Reeza Hendricks, Tristan Stubbs, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Lizaad Williams, and Nandre Burger.
Head-to-head Stats
India and South Africa have a history of intense T20I battles, having faced each other in 24 matches. With India leading the head-to-head record at 13-10, and one match ending without a result, the upcoming series promises to add another chapter to their rivalry.
Key Players to Watch
Shubman Gill, Rinku Singh, Aiden Markram, and David Miller are the batters to watch, while the all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Gerald Coetzee are expected to play crucial roles in the series.
Where to Catch the Action
For viewers in India, the India vs South Africa first T20I can be enjoyed on the Star Sports Network on TV. Additionally, for online streaming, the Disney+ Hotstar app will be showcasing the matches. Smartphone users can access free streaming via the app, while other devices will require a Disney+Hotstar subscription. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 pm Indian Standard Time.
With an exciting showdown on the horizon, cricket fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the intense battle between these two cricketing powerhouses. So, grab your snacks and prepare for an electrifying T20I series filled with thrilling moments and nail-biting finishes.
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