After Lucknow is badly washed out in fog, the action moves to Ahmedabad’s grand Narendra Modi Stadium for the final showdown. With India leading 2-1, the stakes are simple: India aim to win the series 3-1, while South Africa look to level it 2-2 and avoid a draw from a high-octane tour.
How has the series been so far?
India dominated the series opener in Cuttack with a massive 101-run win, but the Proteas staged a comeback in Chandigarh to win by 51 runs. India regained the lead in a low-scoring thriller in Dharamsala. After the fourth T20 match was abandoned without a single ball being bowled, India are now guaranteed not to lose the series, but the final in Ahmedabad will determine whether they lift the trophy outright.
Main points of discussion
spotlight is firmly on Suryakumar Yadav And Shubman GillCaptain SKY has struggled for consistency this year, averaging just 14,20 in T20Is, Meanwhile, Gill is looking for time to get fit after being sidelined with a toe injury in Lucknow, If Gil missed, sanju samson Hopefully he will retain his position at the top.
aiden markramThe people of India have shown that they cannot be counted out. with quinton de kock in vintage form and Enrique Nortje Providing rapid movement, proteas have the means to harass hosts. their middle order, specialty Tristan Stubbs And david millerWill be eager to fire for the last time.
Jasprit Bumrah Returns to his home ground, where he is almost invincible. For Proteas, marco janson There is a constant threat with the new ball. The battle between India’s spin twins and South Africa’s power hitters in the middle overs will likely decide the game.
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Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
The Ahmedabad track is known for its genuine bounce and lightning-fast outfield. Although this generally favors the batsmen, the larger boundary dimensions often bring the spinners out. Varun Chakraborty And -Kuldeep Yadav In the game. Expect the captain who wins the toss to bowl first. Dew is a significant factor in December, making it difficult for bowlers to hold the ball in the second innings.
Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium T20I Stats & Records
- Total matches played: 10
- Matches won by batting first: 6
- Matches won by bowling first: 4
- Average score of first innings: 160
- Average score of second innings:137
- Highest total recorded: 234/4 (20 overs) India vs New Zealand
- Lowest total recorded: 66/10 (12.1 overs) New Zealand vs India
- Highest score chased: 166/3 (17.5 overs) India vs England
- Defense of lowest score: 107/7 (20 overs) by West Indies Women vs India Women
