South Africa vs India – 1st International T20 Betting Preview & Prediction
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THE FACTS
When is South Africa vs India on and what time does it start? South Africa vs India will take place on Sunday 10th December, 2023 – 14:00 (UK)
Where is South Africa vs India taking place? South Africa vs India will take place at Kingsmead, Durban
What channel is South Africa vs India on in the UK? South Africa vs India will be televised in the UK live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream South Africa vs India in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers in the UK can stream South Africa vs India live via the Sky Go App.
THE LOWDOWN
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa are well-known for a big-hitting batting order which lit up the recent 50-over World Cup and now they look to maintain this style of play in the shorter format of the game. Aiden Markram captains the Proteas, who won’t have Quinton de Kock or Kagiso Rabada available, although Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller will both feature, as will Marco Jansen.
INDIA
Suryakumar Yadav skippers India for this series with Rohit Sharma rested and Hardik Pandya injured. Big name players such as Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah are also given a break, although Ravindra Jadeja will feature in South Africa. There is plenty of excitement among fans over the inclusion of Rinku Singh, who made headlines for his finishing exploits in the 2023 IPL and this serves as a big opportunity for the 26-year-old should he be selected.
THE PREDICTION
Although India have been in action more recently, that was in the subcontinent and this serves as a very different challenge, playing T20 cricket in South Africa. The Proteas are notoriously strong when it comes to boundary-hitting and the current make-up of their squad should suit this series perfectly. With home advantage in their favour, back South Africa to draw first blood.
BETTING TIP: SOUTH AFRICA TO WIN
