Overview:
The pitch in Dharamsala tends to suit seamers early on, aided by the venue’s elevation. Batters can settle as the innings progress, while expected dew could have a major say, encouraging teams to bowl first.
The five-match T20I series rolls on with its third match at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday, December 14. The scoreline is 1-1, following South Africa’s 51-run win in the second contest.
The opening T20I saw the hosts deliver a complete performance, cruising to a 101-run victory. Hardik Pandya led from the front with decisive contributions in both departments, earning the Player of the Match award. South Africa responded strongly in New Chandigarh, riding on Quinton de Kock’s fluent 90 and a four-for from Ottneil Baartman to secure a 51-run win and restore parity. As the series shifts to Dharamsala, both sides will aim to seize momentum.
IND vs SA T20I head-to-head record
Across 33 T20I encounters between India and South Africa, the hosts have enjoyed greater success with 19 victories, while the Proteas have claimed 13 wins, with one fixture producing no result.
| Matches Played | South Africa won | India won | No Result |
| 33 | 13 | 19 | 1 |
Pitch report
The pitch in Dharamsala tends to suit seamers early on, aided by the venue’s elevation. Batters can settle as the innings progress, while expected dew could have a major say, encouraging teams to bowl first.
IND vs SA Match Prediction
Scenario 1
India win the toss and opt to bowl first
40-55: Powerplay
185-195: Final score
India win the match
Scenario 2
South Africa win the toss and opt to bowl first
45-55: Powerplay
180-190:Final score
South Africa win the match
IND vs SA probable top performers
Key batter to watch out for: Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma remains a key figure at the top of the order and could hold the edge heading into the next contest against South Africa. Although his returns have been modest in the previous two outings, the left-hander will be keen to reset and make a decisive impact.
Key Bowler to Watch Out For:Marco Jansen
Marco Jansen has quietly grown into the series and could play a decisive role with the ball. The tall left-arm seamer has taken two wickets across two matches and, with assistance expected from the surface, will target the rival batters.
IND vs SA probable XI
South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Aiden Spamla, Aiden, Ottneil Baartman.
India: Abhishek Sharma, Shivam Dube, Shubman Gill, Jitesh Sharma (w), Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh
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