SA vs IND: 2nd ODI, Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Key Players Stats & Pitch Conditions.
SA vs IND: The sun blazes over St George’s Park, setting the stage for a pivotal clash on Tuesday, December 19th, 2023. India, buoyed by their emphatic victory in the series opener, lock horns with South Africa in the second ODI, determined to clinch the series with a game to spare.
SA vs IND (South Africa vs India) Match Details:
| Match | South Africa vs India, 2nd ODI |
| Venue | St George’s Park, Gqeberha |
| Date | Tuesday, 19th December 2023 |
| Time | 04:30 PM IST |
The opening encounter was a masterclass in pace bowling from the young Indian guns, Arshdeep Singh and Avesh Khan. They ripped through the Proteas’ batting lineup, restricting them to a modest 247/9. In response, Shikhar Dhawan and Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase with resolute knocks, guiding India to a comfortable eight-wicket win.
However, the South Africans won’t go down without a fight. Playing on home soil, they will be keen to bounce back and level the series. The likes of Quinton de Kock and Temba Bavuma will seek to find their form with the bat, while Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi will look to exploit any chinks in the Indian armor.
India’s batting, despite the heroics of Dhawan and Iyer, looked slightly shaky in the middle overs. Virat Kohli’s continued struggle for runs remains a concern, and finding consistency down the order will be crucial for their success. The spin duo of Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav will also need to be at their best to contain the Proteas’ middle order.
SA vs IND Weather & Pitch Report:
General characteristics:
- Pitch type: Hard, bouncy pitch with some seam movement and variable bounce, especially later in the day.
- Average first innings score: 233 runs
- Average second innings score: 200 runs
- Dimensions: 70 meters (230 ft) long, 68 meters (223 ft) wide
Recent matches:
- India vs South Africa, 2nd ODI (December 19, 2023): The pitch offered subtle movement to the fast bowlers throughout the day, with both teams scoring around 250 runs.
- South Africa vs England, T20 World Cup (October 27, 2023): The pitch played faster than usual, with England chasing down a target of 191 with relative ease.
Weather conditions:
- December to February: Warm and dry, with occasional thunderstorms.
- March to May: Mild and pleasant, with less chance of rain.
SA vs IND Head-to-Head:
Overall:
- Matches Played: 92
- South Africa Won: 50
- India Won: 39
- No Result: 3
Recent form:
- India won the most recent ODI encounter against South Africa on December 17, 2023, by 8 wickets.
- They also emerged victorious in the 2023 Cricket World Cup match against South Africa by a massive margin of 243 runs.
- However, South Africa leads the head-to-head record for ODI series hosted in their own country.
Other Interesting stats:
- Highest Score: 434/4 by India in 2010
- Lowest Score: 79 by South Africa in 2017
- Highest Individual Score: 212 by Shikhar Dhawan (India) in 2014
- Best Bowling Figures: 7/51 by Yuzvendra Chahal (India) in 2017
SA vs IND (India vs Australia) Probable Playing XI:
South Africa:
Reeza Hendricks, Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Andile Phehlukwayo, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Tabraiz Shamsi
India:
KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Mukesh Kumar
SA vs IND Key Players:
| Player | Players Stats |
| Aiden Markram | 12 runs |
| KL Rahul | NA |
| Arshdeep Singh | 5 wickets |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | 5 runs |
SA vs IND Dream11 Prediction – Suggested Team:
Wicket-Keeper: Lokesh Rahul
Batsmen: Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Sai Sudharsan, Ruturaj Gaikwad
All-Rounders: Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, Sanju Samson
Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel
Who Will Win Today Between SA vs IND 2nd ODI Match?
According to the Crickbee experts, IND is expected to win.
Toss Prediction: Who Will Win The Toss Today?
According to the Crickbee experts, SA will win the toss and Bowl first.
DISCLAIMER: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
