India will face a tough challenge as they try to take a lead against South Africa in the third T20I at SuperSport Park on Wednesday. The home team managed to level the series 1-1 after the second match. With two more matches to go in the four-match series, both teams will be eyeing the lead in the third match.
After a disappointing batting performance in the second match, India will be looking to make changes to their lineup. Abhishek Sharma’s recent form is a concern, and the team may consider bringing in Tilak Varma to open with Sanju Samson. Ramandeep Singh is also an option for the middle order.
India’s key batters, including Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, and Rinku Singh, will need to perform consistently. Pandya, despite scoring 39 runs in the previous game, was slow to score, highlighting an area for improvement. While Samson is currently in good form, other batters must contribute if he has an off day.
On the bowling front, Arshdeep Singh will aim to bounce back after conceding 28 runs in his last two overs. India may consider bringing in Yash Dayal as an alternative. Spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi have been performing well, and the Centurion pitch could offer them further assistance.
For South Africa, the team will hope for stronger contributions from their experienced batsmen, including Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Heinrich Klaasen, particularly against India’s spinners.
India vs South Africa 3rd T20I Match Details:
– Date: Wednesday, November 13
– Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
– Time: 8:30 PM IST (Toss at 8:00 PM IST)
– TV: Sports18 and Sports18 HD
-Online streaming: JioCinema
India vs South Africa 3rd T20I Weather Report
Forecasts indicate a low chance of rain at 20%, suggesting mostly dry conditions throughout the match. The temperature is expected to hover around 20°C, providing pleasant conditions for players and fans alike.
India vs South Africa 3rd T20I Pitch Report
The Centurion pitch is known for its pace and bounce, making it an ideal ground for fast bowlers. Spinners can also leverage the bounce to challenge batsmen effectively.
India vs South Africa 3rd T20I Stats
Of the 14 T20Is played at Centurion, teams batting second have won seven. India has played only one T20I here, back in 2018, where they lost to South Africa by six wickets.
India vs South Africa 3rd T20I Squads
India: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Rinku Singh, Tilak Varma, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ramandeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Avesh Khan, Yash Dayal.
South Africa: Aiden Markram (C), Ottneil Baartman, Gerald Coetzee, Donovan Ferreira, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Patrick Kruger, Keshav Maharaj, David Miller, Mihlali Mpongwana, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Andile Simelane, Lutho Sipam , Tristan Stubbs.
