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India Eyes Series Win Against Proteas
19 Dec
Summary
- India leads South Africa 2-1 in the T20 series ahead of the final match.
- Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill face form and injury concerns.
- The decisive fifth T20I will be played in Ahmedabad on December 19.
India is set to face South Africa in the fifth and final T20 International match, with the series hanging in the balance. The Indian squad, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, currently leads the series 2-1. South Africa requires a victory in this decisive encounter to force a 2-2 draw, while India seeks to end the T20 leg with a 3-1 advantage.
The match is scheduled for December 19th at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, commencing at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss at 6:30 PM. Both teams are dealing with player form and fitness issues. Captain Suryakumar Yadav's recent T20 fifty came in October 2024, and vice-captain Shubman Gill's participation is uncertain due to a toe injury sustained earlier.
This T20 series marks a significant comeback for India after being swept in the Test matches. They previously won the ODI series and now aim to cap off the tour with a T20 series win. The outcome will be closely watched, especially with the T20 World Cup less than two months away, highlighting the importance of player performance and team strategy.
