After a frustrating washout in the Lucknow fog, the action moves to the grand Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the final battle. With India leading 2-1, the stakes are simple: India aim for a 3-1 win, while South Africa look to tie it 2-2 and salvage a draw from a high-octane tour.
How the series has panned so far
India dominated the series opener in Cuttack with a massive 101-run win, but the Proteas bounced back in Chandigarh to win by 51 runs. India regained the lead in a low-scoring thriller in Dharamshala. With the 4th T20I abandoned without a ball being bowled, India are now assured of not losing the series, but the final in Ahmedabad will determine whether they lift the trophy outright.
Key talking points
The spotlight is on Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill. The SKY captain has struggled for consistency this year, averaging just 14.20 in T20Is. Meanwhile, Gill is racing against time to get fit after suffering a leg injury in Lucknow. If Gill escapes, Sanju Samson is expected to maintain its position at the top.
Aiden Markrams people showed that they cannot be counted. with Quinton de Kock in the form of grapes and Anrich Nortje Providing raw pace, the Proteas have the tools to trouble the hosts. Their average order, characteristics Tristan Stubbs and David Millerwill be desperate to fire one last time.
jasprit bumrah it returns to its homeland where it is almost unplayable. For the Proteas, Marco Jansen He was a constant threat with the new ball. The battle between India’s spin twins and South Africa’s powerful batsmen is likely to decide the game.
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Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
The Ahmedabad track is known for its real bounce and lightning speed. Although generally favored by batters, large boundary sizes often bring in spinners Varun Chakraborty and Kuldeep Yadav to the game. First expect the captain to win the toss. Dew is an important factor in December and makes it difficult for bowlers to catch the ball in the second innings.
Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium T20I Statistics and Records
- Total matches played: 10
- Matches won in first innings: 6
- Matches won in bowling: 4
- Average score in 1st innings: 160
- 2nd innings scoring average: 137
- Most recorded common: 234/4 (20 Ovs) India v New Zealand
- The lowest total recorded was: 66/10 (12.1 Ovs) New Zealand v India
- Highest Score Pursued: 166/3 (17.5 Ovs) India v England
- Lowest score defended: 107/7 (20 Overs) By West Indies Women vs India Women
