India vs South Africa 1st T20 Match Live Cricket Streaming Online: India will welcome back Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya as they face South Africa in the first T20I of a five-match series at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, on Tuesday, December 9. The return of both players comes after extended periods on the sidelines due to injuries, boosting India’s chances against the Proteas.
Gill and Pandya Back After Injury Layoffs
India vice-captain Shubman Gill missed the 2nd Test and the entire ODI series against South Africa owing to a severe neck spasm. After 24 days of recovery and rehabilitation, Gill is fit to return to the T20 squad. Hardik Pandya, meanwhile, has been recovering since the Asia Cup semi-final against Sri Lanka and will be keen to make a strong comeback.
Match Timing, Venue, and Telecast Details
The first T20I will begin at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 6:30 PM. Fans can catch the live action on the Star Sports network, while DD Sports will broadcast the match for free. For online viewers, the JioStar app and website will provide live streaming.
With both Gill and Pandya back in the lineup, India looks to set a strong tone in the five-match T20I series against South Africa, starting at the iconic Barabati Stadium.