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The first Twenty20 International (T20I) match between India and South Africa is set to take place on Friday, November 8th, at Kingsmead in Durban. This match marks the beginning of a four-game series between the two cricketing powerhouses. The series carries a significant weight, especially considering India's victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final just four months prior. However, both teams are fielding significantly different squads compared to that World Cup final in Barbados.
South Africa will be without several key players, including Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi, and Quinton de Kock. These absences are due to a scheduling conflict that has become increasingly common in the world of cricket. South African coach Rob Walter addressed this challenge, stating that the demands of short-form cricket leagues and Test matches are encroaching on each other, requiring teams to field different squads for various competitions. Despite these losses, South Africa welcomes back franchise stars David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Marco Jansen, and Keshav Maharaj.
India, with several players preparing for the upcoming Test series in Australia, will also have a less familiar lineup compared to their World Cup triumph. Only four members of the winning team will be present: captain Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, and Arshdeep Singh. This provides an opportunity for players like Ramandeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Yash Dayal to showcase their talents before the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction on November 24-25. The series itself is a rescheduled event from 2021-22, postponed due to Covid restrictions. It promises to be an exciting battle between two formidable teams, each with their own strengths and challenges.
For fans eager to catch the action, the India vs. South Africa 1st T20I will commence at 8:30 PM IST on Friday, November 8th. Viewers can tune in to Sports18 channels to watch the match live. For those seeking live streaming options, JioCinema app and website offer access to the game. With both teams seeking to prove their dominance, the first match of this series is sure to be a thrilling contest, highlighting the dynamic and ever-changing landscape of international cricket.
Source: India vs South Africa 1st T20I: Preview, date, time in IST, live streaming, squads