India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, will take on South Africa in a four-match T20I series starting Friday, November 8, 2024. After a challenging 0-3 Test series loss to New Zealand, Team India aims to redeem itself in South Africa, which would also serve as preparation for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. A solid performance in this series could offer fans a much-needed boost of confidence.
This T20I series is a follow-up to the previous year’s tour, where Suryakumar, standing in for an injured Hardik Pandya, led India. The tour saw one match washed out, a South African win in the second match, and a massive victory for India in the third match, thanks to Suryakumar’s remarkable century. The tour also featured an intense Test series that concluded in a 1-1 draw.
Adding to the excitement is the recent face-off between India and South Africa in the T20 World Cup final in Barbados. South Africa, appearing in their first-ever World Cup final, fell short by seven runs despite being close to victory, as India clinched their first ICC title since 2013. This memorable showdown sets the stage for a thrilling series, with South Africa eager to avenge their World Cup defeat.
Full Schedule of the India vs South Africa T20I Series
| Date | Fixture | Venue | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 8, 2024 | India vs South Africa 1st T20I | Kingsmead, Durban | 8:30 pm IST, 5:00 pm local time |
| November 10, 2024 | India vs South Africa 2nd T20I | St. George’s Park, Gqeberha | 7:30 pm IST, 4:00 pm local time |
| November 13, 2024 | India vs South Africa 3rd T20I | SuperSport Park, Centurion | 8:30 pm IST, 5:00 pm local time |
| November 15, 2024 | India vs South Africa 4th T20I | The Wanderers, Johannesburg | 8:30 pm IST, 5:00 pm local time |
How to Watch India vs South Africa T20I Series
- Television Broadcast: The series will be broadcast on the Sports18 and Colors Cineplex channels.
- Live Streaming: Fans can catch the live streaming of the matches on Jio Cinema. Additionally, live score updates and match analysis will be available at Hindustan Times Cricket.