India vs South Africa – 1st T20 International Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is India vs South Africa taking place? Wednesday, September 28th, 2022 – 14:30 (UK)
Where is India vs South Africa taking place? Greenfield Stadium, Thiruvananthapuram
What is the expected weather for India vs South Africa? 26-27c dry with cloudy spells and light winds
What channel is India vs South Africa on? The match will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream India vs South Africa? The match cannot be streamed
LAST MEETING
India beat South Africa by 82 runs
THE LOWDOWN
INDIA
- India’s six wicket victory against Australia sealed a 2-1 series win, but they have little time to bask in their success with South Africa their next opponents just three days after that deciding match vs Aaron Finch’s side.
- Virat Kohli starred for the hosts in that decider, scoring 63 runs from 48 to anchor the run chase and following a 104-run partnership with Suryakumar Yadav, those two are likely to be important against the Proteas, especially If openers Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul.
SOUTH AFRICA
- South Africa come into this series on the back of a four-match winning streak in T20i cricket following a profitable English white ball summer which saw them seal series victories against both England and Ireland.
- The tourists’ excellent quick bowling attack is expected to prove key to their success, working in tandem with spinners Tabraiz Shamsi and Keshav Maharaj to try and stifle a strong Indian batting unit.
THE PREDICTION
South Africa proved earlier in the year that they are more than capable of going toe-to-toe with India in the sub-continent and their recent form in T20i cricket cannot be understated. However, the hosts are starting to signs of really clicking at just the right time, especially in regards to the batting. Such depth should see them counter-attack what is a strong visiting bowling attack and ultimately lead India to victory at Greenfield Stadium.
