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• Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
• Date and Time: November 13, 2024 08:30 PM (IST)
The stage is set at SuperSport Park in Centurion for what promises to be an electrifying third T20I match between India and South Africa, scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, 2024. With the series currently tied at 1-1, both teams are gearing up for a decisive encounter that could define the series.
Having faced a setback in the second T20I, India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, aims to regain their footing. The Indian batting line-up, which has been under scrutiny for its inconsistent performance, especially in the top order, is under immense pressure to deliver. The likes of Abhishek Sharma, who has struggled to make an impact, and captain Suryakumar Yadav, who is expected to showcase his usual flair, will be crucial. The Indian team might consider tactical changes, possibly introducing debutants Ramandeep Singh or tweaking the opening combination to find the right balance.
India’s bowling attack, particularly the spinners Ravi Bishnoi and Varun Chakravarthy, have been the silver lining in the previous matches. Their ability to control the middle overs and take wickets will be vital on what is traditionally a high-scoring ground. The pace duo of Arshdeep Singh and Avesh Khan, or possibly the introduction of Yash Dayal or Vijaykumar Vyshak, will need to adapt to the pace-friendly conditions of Centurion.
• Pitch: Known for aiding fast bowlers with its bounce, yet has been high scores indicating a balanced track where batsmen can also dominate if they adjust to the conditions.
• Weather: Forecast suggest minimal rain interference, promising an uninterrupted game where strategies can be fully executed.
What to Watch For:
• Can Suryakumar Yadav return to his explosive best and steer India to a series win ?
• Will South Africa’s key batsmen find their rhythm to set or chase down a formidable total ?
• The battle between India’s spinners and South Africa’s middle order could be pivotal.
India: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan/Ramandeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy.
South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Gerald Coetzee, Andile Simelane, Lutho Sipamla
India: Sanju Samson(w), Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, Varun Chakaravarthy, Avesh Khan, Jitesh Sharma, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Ramandeep Singh, Yash Dayal
South Africa: Ryan Rickelton, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram(c), Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen(w), David Miller, Andile Simelane, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Nqabayomzi Peter, Patrick Kruger, Mihlali Mpongwana, Donovan Ferreira, Ottneil Baartman