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The decisive third T20l of the three-match series between India and South Africa is set to unfold at the New Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Thursday, December 14.
The match holds the key to determining the series winner and promises an exhilarating contest as South Africa are coming off a victory in the second T20I, while the first encounter was abandoned due to rain, resulting in no decisive outcome.
As the Proteas aim to claim the series, India is resolute in avoiding embarrassment and striving to conclude the series with a draw.
T20 stats and records at New Wanderers Stadium:
- Total matches: 10
- Matches won batting first: 3
- Matches won bowling first: 7
- Average first Innings scores: 158
- Average second Innings scores: 143
- Highest total recorded: 236/6 (19.2 Overs) by West Indies vs South Africa
- Lowest total recorded: 98/10 (18.4 Overs) by South Africa Women vs West Indies Women
- Highest score chased: 236/6 (19.2 Overs) by West Indies vs South Africa
- Lowest score defended: 153/7 (20 Overs) by South Africa vs Pakistan
New Wanderers Stadium Pitch Report:
The New Wanderers Stadium boasts a track that is a haven for batters, renowned for facilitating high-scoring encounters. The ball behaves predictably, arriving favourably on the bat, enabling batters to execute their shots with precision. Despite this batter-friendly environment, skilled bowlers can exert influence by delivering well-placed deliveries.
Interestingly, teams batting second have historically held an advantage over their chasing counterparts. Consequently, winning the toss may prompt the captain to choose batting first, considering the historical trend of favouring teams setting the target.
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Johannesburg Weather Forecast
The weather outlook for Johannesburg suggests partly cloudy skies initially, with a low probability of rain showers. However, as the cricket match advances, there is a likelihood of rain causing interruptions. Nevertheless, both spectators and players can anticipate the game to proceed despite these potential disruptions. The temperature at the venue is expected to hover around 23 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a humidity level of approximately 50% and a wind speed of around 13 kmph.
South Africa vs India, Probable XIs:
South Africa: Matthew Breetzke, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, Andile Phehlukwayo, Gerald Coetzee, Lizaad Williams, Tabraiz Shamsi
India: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Mukesh Kumar
