Match Preview – India vs South Africa( IND vs SA ), Dream11 Prediction, 2nd ODI Match. Who Will Win, On December 3, 2025

Match Details:

• Match: India vs South Africa( IND vs SA ), 2nd ODI Match, South Africa tour of India, 2025
• Date and Time: December 3,  08:00 am GMT / 02:00 pm BD / 01:30 pm local time
• Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur

IND vs SA Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – India

Who will win the match? – India

India vs South Africa Preview:

India( IND ) is set to face South Africa( SA ) in their 2nd ODI match during the South Africa tour of India, 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at the JShaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Wednesday, December 30.

India kicked off the series in commanding fashion, led by a brilliant innings from Virat Kohli. His 135 off 120 balls helped the team post a massive total of 349 in the first ODI. That total proved more than enough as the bowlers did their job to seal the win in the final over, though the attack still lacks extensive experience across different conditions.

The batting lineup remains a strong unit at every stage of the innings. Alongside Kohli, Rohit Sharma provides the experience and stability needed to anchor the order. His recent form has been excellent, scoring 50 or more in each of his last three outings, and he will look to continue that momentum.

Yashasvi Jaiswal has the flair to give India a quick start, while Ruturaj Gaikwad and KL Rahul consolidate in the middle overs. Rahul, in particular, can accelerate the scoring toward the end, as he showed in the opener with a quick 60 off 56 balls.

The bowling department contributed but had a few shaky moments under pressure. Harshit Rana was the standout, taking three wickets, while Arshdeep Singh maintained good control. Both are likely to target South Africa’s top order again. Prasidh Krishna adds variety and can strike in the middle overs, though he occasionally leaks runs. Kuldeep Yadav led the spin attack brilliantly in the first ODI, taking four wickets with precise control and clever variations, giving India a reliable option to challenge South Africa’s middle order.

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South Africa enter the second ODI with confidence despite falling short in the opener. They battled well on a high-scoring pitch, recovering from 11-3 to post 332. That resilience will be key going into the next match.

Aiden Markram and Quinton de Kock lead the innings at the top, blending aggression with patience to set the tone. De Kock, who has six ODI hundreds against India, will be crucial if South Africa are to challenge again.

The middle order features Matthew Breetzke and Tony de Zorzi, both capable of consolidating and building the innings. Breetzke, in particular, impressed with 72 off 80 balls in the previous ODI and carries a remarkable ODI average of 68 this year.

South Africa’s batting depth is supported by Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, and Corbin Bosch, who provide stability in the lower order. Jansen and Bosch nearly engineered a remarkable comeback in the first ODI with their fifties, highlighting the depth of this lineup.

Their bowling attack looks well balanced, with Nandre Burger and Corbin Bosch troubling India while picking up four wickets between them. Jansen and Ottneil Baartman added two wickets each last time, giving South Africa multiple options to control the middle overs.

IND vs SA Possible Playing XI:

India: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Washington Sundar, KL Rahul (c/wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna.

South Africa: Temba Bavuma(c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Prenelan Subrayen/Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Ottneil Baartman.

IND vs SA Recent 5 Match Performance:

IND vs SA Head-To-Head Records:

IND vs SA Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bat first.

IND vs SA Pitch Report:

The pitch at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early in the innings, fast bowlers enjoy some movement off the surface along with decent bounce, making stroke-play a bit challenging for openers. As the match progresses, the pitch tends to settle, allowing batters to play more freely, though the surface can slow down slightly and bring spinners into the game during the middle overs. Shot-making becomes easier under lights, and teams chasing have often found success here in shorter formats. Overall, expect a competitive track where disciplined bowling and smart batting will decide the outcome rather than extreme pitch behavior.

IND vs SA Weather Report:

The weather in Raipur on December 3 around 1:30 PM local time is expected to be warm, dry, and pleasant based on typical early-December conditions. Afternoon temperatures usually sit in the 26–28°C range, offering comfortable warmth without the intense heat seen in summer. Humidity levels are relatively low during this period, making the atmosphere feel clear and breathable. December is one of Raipur’s driest months, so the chances of rain disrupting any outdoor activity are extremely low. With mostly sunny skies and steady daylight, conditions should remain ideal for cricket or any midday event at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings: Around 330–350 runs – a competitive total if batters build partnerships and play smart cricket.

2nd Innings: Around 320–340 runs – a challenging but achievable chase, depending on early momentum and wickets in hand.

Key Notes:

The Raipur pitch offers a fair contest: pacers can extract movement with the new ball, while spinners may dominate in the middle overs as the pitch slows slightly.

Boundaries are reasonably large, so teams that rotate the strike effectively and run well between wickets will gain an edge.

Early wickets are crucial. Teams that lose wickets cheaply in the powerplay could struggle to post or chase a competitive total.

Spin and variation will play a vital role. Bowlers who mix pace, cutters, and spin intelligently can control the middle overs and put pressure on the batting side.

Chasing teams need to balance aggression with caution. A steady start with wickets in hand can make 235–250 a reachable target, while a poor powerplay could turn the game in favor of the bowling side.

India vs South Africa Full Squad:

India: KL Rahul (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma, Rishabh Pant, Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Dhruv Jurel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh.

South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Rubin Hermann, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Ryan Rickelton, Prenelan Subrayen.