India will be all set to lock horns against South Africa in this crucial first ODI encounter. Welcome to the IND vs SA Dream11 ODI team prediction today and match preview.
India will be motivated to make good use of their momentum from the T20 matches resulting in 2 wins and 1 defeat which should keep him motivated for this important fixture.
South Africa on the other hand were looking strong in the last match with a solid batting and bowling form which should be channeled into their contributions for the ODI matches.
Probable Winner, Betting Tips, and Match Prediction
India could win this match by a close margin.
Betting Odds
IND- 1.96 SA- 4.02
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
S.Samson (wk), I.Kishan, S.Dhawan, S.Gill, S.Iyer, R.Gaikwad, S.Thakur, S.Ahmed, D.Chahar, K.Yadav, M.Siraj
South Africa
Q.de Kock (wk), H.Klaasen, R.Hendricks, D.Miller, T.Bavuma, J.Malan, A.Markram, D.Pretorius, K.Rabada, A.Nortje, T.Shamsi
Match Details
India vs South Africa ODI
Match: India vs South Africa (1st ODI)
Date and Time: 6th October – 01:30 PM IST
Venue: Ekana Sports City, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Telecast: Star Sports Network, Disney+Hotstar
IND vs SA ODI Dream11 Team Prediction Today, India vs South Africa ODI Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Sanju Samson (8.0 Cr) has been a recent performer in the ODI matches with a total of 176 runs in 6 matches added with his sharp abilities from behind the stumps which could be seen in this match.
Quinton de Kock (9.0 Cr) was the leading run-scorer in the T20I matches as he scored 138 runs in 3 matches that could allow him to continue with his batting form making him a potential game changer.
Batsman
Shikhar Dhawan (9.0 Cr) is an impressive top-order batsman who was able to score 156 runs in his last 3 matches which can keep him focused on making his presence known in the first match.
Shreyas Iyer (8.0 Cr) will be an impressive addition to bolster the batting lineup as he has scored 102 runs at a strike rate of 82.93 in his last 5 ODI matches against South Africa.
David Miller (7.5 Cr) scored 125 runs in 3 matches with consistent performances that could keep him boosted with confidence making him a crucial contributor.
All-rounders
Shardul Thakur (8.5 Cr) has shown amazing developments with his batting form resulting in 224 runs and 36 wickets in 24 ODI matches which makes him our prime choice for this encounter.
Aiden Markram (9.0 Cr) leaned more towards his batting skills but was not able to give his all resulting in just 58 runs in 3 games that can be worked on for the ODI matches.
Dwaine Pretorius (7.5 Cr) is more focused on his bowling skills and was able to add 2 wickets in 3 matches with greater potential that can be achieved ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Bowlers
Deepak Chahar (8.5 Cr) has shown great improvements in his recent matches that earned him 3 wickets in the last 3 matches which could increase in this contest.
Kagiso Rabada (9.0 Cr) was able to add 2 wickets in the last 3 games and holds greater potential which can be uncovered with the improved number of overs.
Keshav Maharaj (6.5 Cr) was the leading wicket-taker from his team and in the T20I matches with 4 wickets in 3 matches highlighting his current form and understanding of this pitch that makes him a potential game-changer.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
S.Thakur is our captain because of his impressive overall performance.
S.Dhawan is our vice-captain because of his current batting form and the ability to improve consistently.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Samson, de Kock, Dhawan (VC), Iyer, Miller, Thakur (C), Markram, Pretorius, Chahar,Maharaj, Rabada
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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