IND vs SA are gearing up for a three-match ODI series in various South African venues, extending their cricket showdown after a recently concluded T20I series that ended in a draw. This ODI series is a significant part of the India Tour of South Africa 2023.
In the recent T20I encounters, the first match got canceled due to rain. Subsequently, both India and South Africa secured one victory each, resulting in a tied series. The teams are now poised to continue their battle in the one-day format, and cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the action-packed contests between these two cricketing nations in the upcoming matches.
Suryakumar Leads T20Is, Rahul for ODIs in IND vs SA Series
In T20Is, Suryakumar Yadav captained India, but KL Rahul takes charge for ODIs. Notably, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are not part of the white-ball format.
The schedule for the IND vs SA ODI series is as follows:
1st ODI on December 17, 2023,
2nd ODI on December 19, 2023, and
3rd ODI on December 21, 2023.
The leadership transition and exclusion of key players set the stage for a fresh dynamic as India faces South Africa in the upcoming ODI clashes.
IND vs SA ODI Series: Where and How
The first match on December 17, 2023, at 1:30 PM IST is at New Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, good for batting, but rain might help bowlers.
The second game on December 19, 2023, at 4:30 PM IST is at St George’s Park, Gqeberha. Pacers like this pitch for its strong bounce after the new ball pressure.
The third match on December 21, 2023, at 4:30 PM IST is at Boland Park, Paarl. This pitch is fair to both bowlers and batters, with pacers starting strong and spinners becoming important later.
Watch IND vs SA ODI Series
Catch the live broadcast of the India vs South Africa ODI series on Star Sports Network. If you prefer online streaming, you can watch it on Disney+Hotstar. Don’t miss the action as these two cricketing nations go head-to-head in the exciting ODI clashes.
Full Squads for IND vs SA ODI Series
India’s ODI squad includes Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Tilak Varma, Rajat Patidar, Rinku Singh, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (C)(wk), Sanju Samson (wk), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mukesh Kumar, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh, and Deepak Chahar.
South Africa‘s ODI squad features Aiden Markram (c), Ottniel Baartman, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, Mihlali Mpongwana, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Tabraiz Shamsi, Rassie van der Dussen, Kyle Verreynne, and Lizaad Williams. Stay tuned for an exciting series between these talented players.