IND Vs SA First ODI: India and South Africa’s Opening Clash
IND Vs SA First ODI: India and South Africa’s Opening Clash
IND Vs SA First ODI: The first match of the One Day International (ODI) series between the Indian and South African cricket teams is set to take place today at the New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. The match will kick off at 1:30 PM Indian Standard Time, with the toss scheduled for 1:00 PM.
After the World Cup: A Fresh Start for India and South Africa
Both teams are playing their first ODI after the World Cup. Following their loss in the World Cup final against Australia, Team India and South Africa are now looking to begin a new chapter with a victory. In the World Cup final, India was defeated by Australia by six wickets, while South Africa lost to Australia by three wickets in the second semi-final.
India’s Unfortunate Record: Three Consecutive Losses in South Africa
The Indian team has faced defeats in the last three ODIs played in South Africa. During the 2022 tour, India lost three matches in Cape Town and Paarl. The team will be keen to turn their fortunes around on this tour and avoid another ODI loss in South Africa.
Head-to-Head: India’s ODI Record in South Africa Poor
India has a poor ODI record in South Africa, losing four out of the last five series played there. India won the only ODI series in 2018 under the captaincy of Virat Kohli. Out of the 14 series played between the two teams, India has won seven, South Africa has won six, and one series ended in a draw.
Players’ Battle: Contest Between Batsmen and Bowlers
Indian captain KL Rahul is the top run-scorer for the team this year, having scored 983 runs, just 17 runs short of reaching 1,000 runs. In the bowling department, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 48 wickets, needing just two more to complete 50. South African captain Aiden Markram has also scored 983 runs this year, including three centuries and five half-centuries. In the bowling department, Keshav Maharaj has taken 24 wickets.
Match Situation: Expecting a High-Scoring Game and Clear Weather
The Wanderers Stadium pitch is expected to favor high-scoring matches, with an average score of 275 runs in the first innings and 190 runs in the second innings. The weather in Johannesburg is forecasted to be clear on the match day, with no chances of rain, allowing fans to enjoy the game without interruptions.
Team News: Debuts for Rinku, Sai Sudarshan, and Burger
Indian finisher Rinku Singh and Sai Sudarshan, along with South African fast bowler Andile Phehlukwayo, who is set to make his debut in this match, were prominent in the T20 series. Indian captain KL Rahul hinted at the debut of Rinku and Sai Sudarshan during the pre-match conference.
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Possible Playing XI: India and South Africa’s Lineup
India: KL Rahul (Captain), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudarshan, Tilak Varma/Sanjus Samson, Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, Akshar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar.
South Africa: Aiden Markram (Captain), Rassie van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma, Rijas Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, Wiaan Mulder, Nandre Burger, Keshav Maharaj/Tabraiz Shamsi, Lizaad Williams.
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