India vs South Africa Betting Preview & Prediction
When is India vs South Africa on and what time does it start? India vs South Africa will take place on Sunday 5November, 2023 – 08:30 (UK)
Where is India vs South Africa taking place? India vs South Africa will take place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India
Where can I get tickets for India vs South Africa?
What channel is India vs South Africa on in the UK? India vs South Africa will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream India vs South Africa in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream India vs South Africa live on Sky Go
THE LOWDOWN
INDIA
Coach: Rahul Dravid
Captain: Rohit Sharma
- India are just two wins away from sealing a perfect 100% group stage campaign following their World Cup record 302-run victory over Sri Lanka which sealed their place in the semi-finals with 14 points.
- It would be a surprise if India adjusted their starting line-up with all-rounder Hardik Pandya still out injured, his replacement Mohammed Shami having racked up 14 wickets in just three matches.
SOUTH AFRICA
Coach: Rob Walter
Captain: Temba Bavuma
- Whenever South Africa have batted first across this World Cup so far it has proven hugely lucrative for them and it was the same story last time out against New Zealand, the Proteas racking up 357/4 before bowling out their opponents for 167.
- They too, have now qualified for the semi-finals but Temba Bavuma’s men will want to get there having maintained the momentum which comes from winning games of cricket and a statement can be made tonight by South Africa if they were to topple the host nation.
THE PREDICTION
Both India and South Africa contain batting line-ups capable of accumulating a large number of runs through both control and aggression, which should lead to a highly entertaining and intriguing battle. India will back themselves to blunt the firepower of the Proteas through their formidable bowling attack, which has been the envy of the tournament so far, especially since the inclusion of Shami. South Africa’s bowling unit whilst strong in its own right, doesn’t possess the familiarity and knowledge of home conditions and pitches like their opponents, who will feel right at home in Kolkata. This makes backing India to come out on top here worth serious consideration.
