THE FACTS
When is South Africa vs India taking place? Sunday 26th December, 2021 – 08:00 (UK)
Where is South Africa vs India taking place? SuperSport Park in Centurion, South Africa
What is the expected weather for South Africa vs India? Temperatures of reaching as high as 27c during the Test, played in mostly overcast conditions with a high chance of rain and thunderstorms disrupting play
What channel is South Africa vs India on? The match will be televised live on Sky Sports Cricket
Where can I stream South Africa vs India? The match can be streamed live using the Sky Go app
LAST MEETING
India beat South Africa by an innings and 202 runs
THE TEAM NEWS
SOUTH AFRICA
INDIA
THE PREDICTION
South Africa have not played a great deal of Test match cricket in 2021 and that could prove to be their downfall as they take on a well-travelled Indian side. The tourists will be desperate to rid themselves of an unwanted record having never won a Test match series in South Africa and while they will have to cope with the loss of Rohit Sharma, their squad boasts enough depth to overcome his absence and their bowling unit can prove to be key in getting the series off to a strong start in this opening clash.