India vs South Africa 2nd T20 Highlights: India’s chase of 214 has gone off the rails almost immediately in Mullanpur. The top order has crumbled under South Africa’s fiery new-ball spell, with Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma and skipper Suryakumar Yadav all back in the dugout inside the first four overs. A nightmare start and one that has sucked the air out of the stadium.
Earlier in the evening, Quinton de Kock lit up New Chandigarh with a blistering 90 off 46 deliveries, anchoring South Africa’s charge to a formidable 213/4. His knock, laced with clean hitting and impeccable timing, set the perfect platform for the visitors and India are now paying the price.
Despite holding a 6-2 edge over South Africa in recent T20 encounters, India know that the format allows little room for complacency. With nine home games left before the World Cup, the hosts are intent on testing themselves across every scenario.
Tonight’s contest also carries its own milestone. It will be the first men’s international match at the venue, which previously hosted two women’s ODIs between India and Australia in September.
Match EndedSouth Africa in India, 5 T20I Series, 2025
India
162 (19.1)
South Africa
213/4 (20.0)
Match Ended ( Day – 2nd T20I )
South Africa beat India by 51 runs
IND vs SA T20I Squad
India squad: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shubman Gill (vc)*, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Washington Sundar.
South Africa squad: Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, David Miller, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Quinton de Kock (wk), Donovan Ferreira (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Ottneil Baartman, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje.
IND vs SA T20I where to watch in India?
India vs South Africa 2nd T20I will be telecast on the Star Sports Network and livestreamed on JioHotstar app and website.
IND vs SA 2nd T20 Live Score Updates: Hardik Pandya 1 wicket away from making history
All-rounder Hardik Pandya announced himself with style and stunning half-century knock in the first T20I against South Africa. He is now just one wicket shy of joining an elite club. Pandya is set to become only the third Indian male cricketer to claim 100 T20I wickets after Arshdeep (107) and Bumrah (101).
IND vs SA 2nd T20 Live Score Updates: India Predicted Playing XIs
India Predicted Playing XIs: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Jitesh Sharma, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah
IND vs SA 2nd T20 Live Score Updates: South Africa Predicted Playing XIs
South Africa Predicted Playing XIs: Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi
IND vs SA 2nd T20 Live Score Updates: Weather report from Mullanpur
Expect a cold evening in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh on Thursday, with temperatures dipping to about 7°C. Dew is not expected to be a factor, with minimal likelihood of formation. Clear skies are forecast through the night, setting up ideal conditions for uninterrupted play.
IND vs SA 2nd T20 Live Score Updates: Welcome to the live blog
The Indian team will once again face the Proteas for the second T20I match of the 5-match series. The first match was won by India when Suryakumar and boys defeated South Africa by 101 runs. After securing a 1-0 lead in Cuttack, India will look to tighten their grip on the series, while South Africa aim to hit back and keep the contest alive. With a batting-friendly surface awaiting both teams in Mullanpur, we could be in for another high-scoring showdown—so stay tuned for every update.
New Chandigarh’s open layout, with no towering stands, means dew rarely becomes a major factor here. Interestingly, teams batting first have a narrow edge with a 6–5 record at this venue during the IPL. Totals beyond 200 have been successfully defended, and even a modest 111 once proved enough. Expect the fast bowlers to enjoy themselves on this pitch as well. Stay tuned as we bring you the latest from Mullanpur.