IND vs SA 1st T20I 2025: India vs South Africa head-to-head record in T20Is (IND vs SA head-to-head record): India and South Africa have played a total of 31 T20Is. India has won 18 of these 31 matches, while South Africa has won on 12 occasions. One match was drawn. This record shows that India has a slight edge in the T20 format, but the two teams are always locked in a fierce competition.
Key players to watch for in the India vs South Africa 1st T20I 2025: Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Quinton de Kock, Dewald Brevis, and Marco Jansen. These players have the ability to change the course of a match, and their performance can determine the victory or defeat for both teams.
Players are likely to trouble each other in a mini-battle
The contest between Jasprit Bumrah and Aiden Markram is expected to be interesting. A fierce contest is also expected between Abhishek Sharma and Corbin Bosch. Both teams have excellent batting and bowling lineups, which will pose a significant challenge to each other.
When and where will the IND vs SA 1st T20I 2025 be played?
The first match of the five-match T20I series between the Indian national cricket team and the South African national cricket team will be played on December 9 (Wednesday) at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, starting at 7:00 PM IST. The toss will take place at 6:30 PM IST.
How to watch the India vs South Africa 1st T20I 2025 telecast or stream?
The broadcast rights for the India vs South Africa 1st T20I 2025 match are held by JioStar Sports Network, the official broadcaster. The live telecast of the first T20I between India and South Africa will be available on Star Sports Network’s TV channels. Live streaming of this exciting match can also be seen on the digital platform JioHotstar.
India vs South Africa Probable XI for the 1st T20I in 2025
Indian Team: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dubey, Jitesh Sharma, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy
South Africa Team: Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Aiden Markram (captain), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brewis, Donovan Ferreira, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje, Kwena Mphaka
Also Read: IND vs SA T20 Series 2025: Full Schedule, Match Timings, Squads & Big Returns
