India will be taking on South Africa in the first T20I match at the Kingsmead, Durban on 8th November at 8:30 PM IST.
Get the best IND vs SA Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st T20I match of the India Tour of South Africa 2024. Expert analysis and more.
IND vs SA Match Preview:
India’s tour of South Africa commences with the highly anticipated first T20I, marking the beginning of a thrilling series between two cricketing powerhouses. Led by Aiden Markram, the hosts South Africa will look to leverage their home advantage, relying on key players like Reeza Hendricks, David Miller, and Heinrich Klaasen.
Meanwhile, India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, boasts a formidable lineup featuring Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, and Axar Patel. As the visitors seek to make a strong statement, an intriguing battle between India’s explosive batting and South Africa’s potent pace attack is on the cards.
Historically, the two teams have engaged in closely contested matches, setting the stage for another cracking game. With both sides eager to assert their dominance, the opening T20I promises to be an electrifying encounter.
IND vs SA Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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India |
15 |
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South Africa |
11 |
IND vs SA Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
17°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Precipitation |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
188 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Poor |
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Winning % |
33% |
IND vs SA Playing 11s (Predicted):
India Playing 11:
- Suryakumar Yadav ©
- Abhishek Sharma
- Sanju Samson (wk)
- Tilak Varma
- Jitesh Sharma (wk)
- Hardik Pandya
- Axar Patel
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Arshdeep Singh
- Rinku Singh
South Africa Playing 11:
- Aiden Markram ©
- Reeza Hendricks
- David Miller
- Marco Jansen
- Patrick Kruger
- Donovan Ferreira
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Ryan Rickelton
- Ottneil Baartman
- Keshav Maharaj
- Nqabayomzi Peter
Hot Picks for IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Hardik Pandya is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from India. He will be aiming for a massive contribution in the first game. |
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Abhishek Sharma is a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner from India. The team will expect him to help them with a flying start here. |
Top Picks:
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Suryakumar Yadav is a right-handed top-order batter from India who leads the team. He has been excellent in this format and can come in handy here as well. |
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Marco Jansen is a right-handed batsman and left-arm medium fast bowler from South Africa. He has the potential to pile up big points. |
Budget Picks:
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Keshav Maharaj is a left-handed batsman and left-arm orthodox spinner from South Africa. He will be a key addition to the side for this game. |
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Gerald Coetzee is a right-arm fast bowler from South Africa. He will be eyeing a successful outing in this match. |
IND vs SA Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Hardik Pandya & Suryakumar Yadav |
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Vice-Captain |
Abhishek Sharma & Heinrich Klassen |
IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Heinrich Klaasen, Sanju Samson
- Batsmen – Suryakumar Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller
- All-rounders – Hardik Pandya (c), Axar Patel, Marco Jansen, Abhishek Sharma (vc)
- Bowlers – Arshdeep Singh, Keshav Maharaj
IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Heinrich Klaasen (vc), Sanju Samson
- Batsmen – Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tristan Stubbs
- All-rounders – Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Marco Jansen, Abhishek Sharma
- Bowlers – Arshdeep Singh, Keshav Maharaj, Gerald Coatzee
IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st T20I India Tour of South Africa 2024 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Jitesh Sharma |
7.0 credits |
NA |
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Donovan Ferreira |
6.5 credits |
NA |
IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st T20I India Tour of South Africa 2024 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Hardik Pandya |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Suryakumar Yadav |
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Punt Picks |
Gerald Coetzee and David Miller |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-3-4-2 |
IND vs SA Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team’s combination and batting strength, India is expected to win this match.
