IND vs SA 3rd T20I Weather Pitch Report: Suryakumar Yadav’s India will face off against Aiden Markram’s South Africa in the third T20I of the four-match series today (October 13) at SuperSport Park in Centurion. With the series level at 1-1, both teams will be looking to take a pivotal lead in what promises to be another thrilling encounter.
India’s batting has seen mixed performances throughout the series. Sanju Samson’s blistering century in the opening game was a standout, but consistency has eluded other batters. While there have been impactful cameos, the lack of significant innings in Gqeberha left India short of a competitive total. Abhishek Sharma, known for his aggressive approach, has faced a dip in form since his ton against Zimbabwe. The team will hope he can rediscover his touch and provide a solid start, especially in the powerplay.
Pitch report
The Centurion pitch is known for its pace and bounce, offering assistance to fast bowlers. Seamers will play a crucial role, and spinners who can extract extra bounce could also find success. Batters who settle in early should be able to score freely due to the even bounce.
Weather Report
While there is a slight chance of rain on Tuesday, the forecast for Wednesday looks clear. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 27°C during the day, dropping to 12°C at night. Dew may be a factor in the second innings, likely influencing the winning captain’s decision to bowl first.
India Predicted XI: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (WK), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Ravi Bishnoi.
South Africa, on the other hand, will look to build on their narrow victory in the last game. Aiden Markram, celebrated for his elegance and power, has yet to make a notable contribution this series. With the series balanced, the Proteas will be hoping their captain steps up to lead from the front.
South Africa Predicted XI: Aiden Markram (C), Reeza Hendricks, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), David Miller, Patrick Kruger, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Nqabayomzi Peter.
