In the aftermath of a resounding victory in the first ODI, India’s cricket squad, under KL Rahul’s leadership, is geared up to take on South Africa in the second ODI. Having easily chased down the target of 116 set by South Africa in the first match, India will be eager to maintain their momentum and secure another win to seal the series.
Match Details:
Scheduled for December 19 at St George’s Park in Gqeberha, the second ODI between India and South Africa is set to commence at 4:30 pm IST, with the toss slated at 4 pm.
Where to Catch the Action:
The clash will be broadcasted live on Star Sports Network channels on television. For online viewers, the Disney+Hotstar app and website offer a platform to stream the India vs South Africa match in real-time.
Head-to-Head Stats:
India and South Africa have locked horns in 92 ODIs. India holds 39 victories, while South Africa clinched 50 matches, with three encounters concluding without results, setting the stage for an intriguing showdown.
Pitch Analysis:
The St George’s Park pitch is known to assist spin bowlers, often resulting in moderate-scoring matches. Expect the scores to hover around the 250-260 mark, reflecting the conditions that favor spin.
Probable Playing XIs:
India: KL Rahul (C and WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar.
South Africa: 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.
Upcoming Fixture:
The series finale, the third and last ODI, is set to take place at Boland Park, Paarl, on December 21, marking the culmination of this enthralling series.
As India aims to carry forward their winning streak and South Africa looks to stage a comeback, this encounter promises to be a thrilling display of cricketing prowess. Watch out for the battle between bat and ball as both sides eye victory in the second ODI of the series.
