India will be all set to lock horns against South Africa in this crucial first T20I encounter. Welcome to the IND vs SA T20I Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
India can keep their head high after managing to win their last series against Australia with a show of amazing fighting spirit and team building which can continue to benefit their chances in this important fixture.
South Africa on the other hand will come here after losing their last series to England resulting in 2 defeats in their last 3 games with added rest bite which could keep them composed for this fixture.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
India could win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
IND- 1.53 SA- 2.82
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is a brilliant outfield for batsmen. The winners of the toss to bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a partly cloudy day.
Probable Playing 11
India
D.Karthik (wk), S.Yadav, V.Kohli, R.Sharma, KL Rahul, A.Patel, R.Ashwin, J.Bumrah, Y.Chahal, H.Patel, D.Chahar
South Africa
Q.de Kock (wk), H.Klaasen, R.Hendricks, D.Miller, T.Bavuma, A.Markram, D.Pretorius, K.Rabada, A.Nortje, T.Shamsi, L.Ngidi
Match Details
India vs South Africa T20I
Match: India vs South Africa (1st T20I)
Date and Time: 28th September – 07:00 PM IST
Venue: Greenfield International Stadium, Kerala, India
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
IND vs SA T20I Dream11 Team Prediction Today, India vs South Africa T20I Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Quinton de Kock (9.0 Cr) can bring his fierce batting form into this match as he has scored 74 runs at a strike rate of 172.00 in Barbados Royals added to his skills from behind the stumps.
Batsman
Virat Kohli (9.0 Cr) is an important top-order batsman with batting improvements in his recent matches which could allow him to play a responsible role in this contest as our prime choice for this encounter.
Suryakumar Yadav (8.5 Cr) was the leading run-scorer from his team in the last series against Australia after showcasing consistent contributions resulting in 115 runs in his last 3 matches.
KL Rahul (8.0 Cr) looked more comfortable in the last series after scoring 66 runs in 3 games which could raise confidence levels to fight back in this improving rise in form.
Reeza Hendricks (7.5 Cr) is an amazing and talented batsman who has scored 325 runs at a strike rate of 93.93 which is scalable to a better score that can be seen in his upcoming matches.
All-rounders
Axar Patel (8.0 Cr) is a fantastic power hitter and an important bowler for his team with consistent performances that could help him achieve important targets during this series which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Aiden Markram (8.0 Cr) was consistent during his last series with amazing batting and bowling capabilities which can be channeled into his contributions for this match as a potential game changer.
Bowlers
Jasprit Bumrah (9.0 Cr) made his way back to the starting 11 in his last series and was quick to add a wicket that could bring out the best in him with an improved game time.
Yuzvendra Chahal (8.0 Cr) has picked 2 wickets in 3 matches with his potential to find consistent contributions which can continue to improve his performance with every passing match of this series.
Kagiso Rabada (9.0 Cr) could use this pitch to his benefit as he holds a total of 15 wickets in his last 6 T20I matches with greater potential to make his mark in this contest.
Anrich Nortje (8.0 Cr) can make good use of his pace bowling which could keep him focused on an attacking approach to make good use of this surface in this match.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
V.Kohli will be our captain because of his improving form and overall performance.
A.Patel will be our vice-captain because of his recent contributions that can keep him consistent.
DREAM 11 TEAM
De Kock, Yadav, KL Rahul, Kohli (C), Hendricks, Patel (VC), Markram, Chahal, Bumrah, Rabada, Nortje
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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