It was a clinical performance by Team India in the first ODI game on Sunday in Johannesburg. They slammed the hosts by 8 wickets with more than 33 overs to spare. It was one of the biggest defeats for South Africa at home. However, both teams will lock horns once again on Tuesday.
\r\nThe second game will take place at St. George's Park, Gqeberha, on December 19. With a 1-0 lead, India can win the series in the second game only. On the other hand, this is a must-win match for South Africa because they can't afford consecutive defeats.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
SA vs IND: Match Details<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n Date<\/strong>: 19 December, 2023 (Tuesday) SA vs IND: Live Streaming Details<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n India's tour of South Africa is televised live on the Star Sport Networks. Hence, the second ODI will be live on the platform, and fans can also have the option of watching the game in different languages (Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, etc.) on regional channels. Digitally, it will also be available on Disney+ Hotstar for mobile phones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n SA vs IND: Players to Watch out for<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n Shreyas Iyer <\/strong>scored a fluent half-century in the first ODI and took India to victory. He is in good form and capitalizes on it with every inning. Hence, he is expected to do well in the second game as well, and he will be a key player for India. SA vs IND: Head-to-Head<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n There have been a total of 92 games between the two teams in the 50-over format. The Proteas are leading the race with 50 wins, while India have 39 wins under their belt, and three matches have ended without a result.<\/p>\r\n\r\n SA vs IND: Pitch Report<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n The pitch in Gqeberha is expected to be in favor of the batsmen. The ball will come nicely, and batters can play their shots on the up. Hence, it is expected to be a good-scoring contest. But the weather forecast predicts overcast conditions, which will work in the bowler's favor as well.<\/p>\r\n\r\n SA vs IND: Predicted XI<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n South Africa<\/strong>: Reeza Hendricks, Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Tabraiz Shamsi<\/p>\r\n\r\n India<\/strong>: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, KL Rahul (c & wk), Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar<\/p>\r\n\r\n SA vs IND: Dream11 Team<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n Wicket-keeper:<\/strong> Heinrich Klaasen, KL Rahul
\r\nTime<\/strong>: 04:30 pm I.S.T.
\r\nVenue<\/strong>: St George's Park, Gqeberha<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\r\nAiden Markram<\/strong> couldn't do much in the first game, and his team suffered a humiliating defeat. Being a captain, he is expected to do well. Markram is also coming off some good performances and will be confident enough to deliver for the team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\r\nBatsmen<\/strong>: Shreyas Iyer (Vice Captain<\/strong>), Tony de Zorzi, Sai Sudharsha, Rassie van der Dussen, David Miller
\r\nAll-rounder<\/strong>: Aiden Markram (Captain<\/strong>), Axar Patel
\r\nBowlers<\/strong>: Arshdeep Singh, Tabraiz Shamsi<\/p>\r\n\r\n