Before the start of the ICC T20 World Cup, India will only play one warm-up match against South Africa, the last runner-up. As the two finalists of the 2024 T20 World Cup will face off in the IND vs SA warm-up match, it could mark the return of players from both teams who have been absent due to injuries.

The following article includes a detailed preview of the India vs South Africa T20 World Cup warm-up match, including head-to-head results, possible line-ups, pitch reports and live details of India’s only warm-up match.

IND vs SA T20 World Cup warm-up match preview:

Competition date: India’s match against South Africa will be played on Wednesday, February 4.

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Place: The match will be held at Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.

time: The match is expected to start at 7:00 pm IST.

IND vs SA squad

Team India: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Abhishek Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson, Shivam Dube, Ishan Kishan, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Rinku Singh.

South Africa squad: Aidarm Bosch,Demming Brevis,Quinton to Kock,marco Janco,George Linda,Cushav Maharaj Kowna Maaderaj,Miller,Milkob,Ryan Shisso,Ryan,Jason,Jason,Jason..

Possible lineups for IND and SA:

Indian Team XI: Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Varun Chakravarthy.

South Africa team lineup: Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Marco Jansen, George Linde/Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada and Anrich Nortje.

IND vs SA T20 World Cup warm-up match key match

Abhishek Sharma VS Marco Janssen

Indian batsman Abhishek Sharma is the most explosive batsman in recent times. The left-handed batsman is considered to be one of the main forces behind India’s runs. It doesn’t help the pacers that Marco Jansen brings some exceptional bounce on the track. Therefore, Jansen can pose a huge threat to dangerous opening batsmen as he has the knack of batting with the new ball.

Ishan Kishan VS Kagiso Rabada

India’s batting form can easily be described as exciting and we noticed that during the series against New Zealand. Ishan Kishan, who returned to international cricket, finally sealed his place with his fearless batting. He also scored his first century in the series.

Kagiso Rabada brings experience from several World Cups. The best bowler for the Proteas, the South African veteran has also played some brilliant innings in India over the past few seasons.

Quinton de Kock VS Arsdeep Singh

Quinton de Kock has been South Africa’s best player since his return to international cricket. The legendary batsman, who reversed international retirement, will play a major role along with Aiden Markram and Ryan Rickton, who can emerge as the leading run-scorers.

Arshdeep Singh, on the other hand, has the knack of picking wickets with the new ball and hence he is the main threat to South Africa’s left-handers. The bowler recently took 5 wickets against New Zealand in the batting lanes of Thiruvananthapuram.

Dewald Breves VS Varun Chakravarthy

Dewald Brevis is a right-hand, medium-power hitter who has been promoted as the ideal replacement for Heinrich Klaasen. Brevis and Tristan Stubbs are arguably the two most explosive pair of run scorers in the death round.

Varun Chakravarthy, a senior spinner who has topped the order for India in T20Is, will once again be a key figure for the Indian team. Chakravarty will represent India in the T20 World Cup for the first time.

IND vs SA T20 World Cup warm-up match main players:

Major players in India: Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Hardik Pandya and Varun Chakravarthy.

Key people: Quinton de Kock, Dewald Blevis, Marco Janssen and Kagiso Rabada

IND vs SA T20 World Cup Warm-up Match – Free Live Streaming and TV Broadcast Details

Indian TV broadcast: The warm-up match between India and South Africa will be broadcast live on Star Sports Network across India.

Live online streaming in India: Fans from around the world can watch the live broadcast on their mobile phones and laptops with an active subscription on the JioStar app.

IND vs SA T20 World Cup warm-up match weather and pitch report – Mumbai

IND vs SA: Mumbai weather forecast

According to Accuweather, temperatures will be around 33 degrees during the day and will gradually drop as the evening progresses. The lowest temperature recorded may be around 23 degrees.

The weather in Mumbai is very humid, which makes it a bit uncomfortable for players; however, at this time of the year, rain will not hinder the proceedings.

IND & SA: Pitch Report of Dr. DY Patil Sports Institute

The pitch at the DY Patil Stadium provided some relative help to the spinners and pacers. However, the pitch cannot be predicted as a batting or bowling pitch. With sections of green and wide open spaces, a lush green outfield and short boundaries, the pitch is as suitable for high-scoring performers as it is for low-scoring thrillers.

IND vs. SA head-to-head record

India and South Africa have met a total of 31 times in the shortest format. South Africa managed only 12 wins while the Men in Blue managed 18 wins. In the last T20I series, South Africa played in India and the Men in Blue defeated them by a margin of 3-1.

In the ICC T20 World Cup, South Africa had only two wins in 2009 and 2022, while India, on the other hand, had triumphs in 2007, 2010, 2012, 2014 and finally in the final of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup.

IND vs SA T20 World Cup warm-up match – who will win the match?

Team India will once again look to get off to a good start in the ICC T20 World Cup. However, the Proteas, on the other hand, are expected to do better in the Indian subcontinent. The Indian team will be considered a heavyweight in the warm-up match as they are also the favorites to win the World Cup.

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