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The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest cricket events in recent years. The tournament will be played in India and Sri Lanka between February and March 2026, and Team India will enter the event as the defending champions. With several senior players stepping away from T20 internationals, this World Cup marks the beginning of a new era for Indian cricket. The selectors have now officially announced the India squad for T20 World Cup 2026, ending weeks of debate and speculation. India Squad Strategy for T20 World Cup 2026 After the retirement of…

Markram had captaincy experience at the youth level. He captained South Africa’s under-19 team to the World Cup victory in 2014. So Markram was a natural choice to lead South Africa at the senior level. And the opportunity arrived in 2018. He filled in for Faf du Plessis in the six-match ODI series against India. Markram’s name was already known in leadership discussions earlier (from 2018), but he officially became South Africa’s full-time T20I captain in early 2023. He replaced Temba Bavuma as South Africa’s T20I skipper. And he has stepped up in the absence of Bavuma in ODIs and…

The cricket rivalry between India and South Africa is one of the most intense and competitive in world cricket. Since 1991, both teams have produced thrilling matches, historic performances, and unforgettable moments across all three formats. South Africa have traditionally dominated in ODIs and have taken a strong lead again after winning both Test matches in the ongoing 2025 tour. India, however, remain extremely powerful at home in white-ball cricket and continued this trend by winning the opening ODI in Ranchi, before South Africa hit back with a superb chase in the 2nd ODI at Raipur to level the series…

Arshdeep Singh has quickly become one of India’s most dependable T20I bowlers. Known for his ability to swing the new ball and nail yorkers at the death, Arshdeep has delivered many impactful spells against top teams. One of the toughest batting line-ups he has faced is South Africa, and his record against them shows a mix of early breakthroughs, high-pressure overs, and crucial wickets. From 2022 to 2025, Arshdeep has played multiple T20Is against the Proteas and picked up key wickets like Markram, de Kock, Rossouw, Klaasen, and Jansen. In the latest 1st T20I at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, he once…

Varun Chakravarthy has become one of India’s most dangerous T20 bowlers, especially when conditions offer grip and bounce. His mystery spin, unpredictable variations, and calmness under pressure make him a major threat for any batting lineup. Against South Africa, he has produced some of the best performances of his international career, including a stunning five-wicket haul, multiple match-winning spells, and a recent impactful performance in Cuttack. This is the complete, easy-to-read breakdown of Varun Chakravarthy’s T20I bowling record against South Africa — including wickets, economy rate, best spells, match-by-match analysis, strengths, and overall impact. Varun Chakravarthy vs South Africa –…

Jasprit Bumrah is one of the greatest fast bowlers of modern-day cricket. His accuracy, pace, yorkers, and ability to pick wickets at any stage make him India’s biggest match-winner across formats. South Africa has always had strong batting line-ups, but Bumrah’s record against them shows how consistently he has troubled their top order over the years. From 2017 to 2025, Bumrah has faced South Africa in both T20Is and ODIs, delivering memorable spells, big wickets, and match-changing moments. This now includes his latest impact spell in the 1st T20I at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, where he once again ripped through South…

Shubman Gill is one of India’s most technically gifted young batters across all formats. While he has dominated many teams in international cricket, his numbers against South Africa tell a story of a player still trying to find consistency against the Proteas’ high-quality pace and movement. From facing Kagiso Rabada’s swing in ODIs to left-arm spin and sharp pace in T20Is, Gill has had mixed outings. Here is a complete breakdown of Gill’s T20I + ODI performance vs South Africa, updated with his latest appearance in the 1st T20I at Cuttack in December 2025. Shubman Gill vs South Africa –…

Suryakumar Yadav—popularly known as SKY—has been India’s most explosive and consistent T20I performer in recent years. His unorthodox range, fearless strokeplay, and ability to dominate at No. 3 and No. 4 make him a nightmare for any bowling attack. Against South Africa, SKY has built an impressive record over multiple series from 2022 to 2025. Whether playing in India, on bouncy tracks in Perth, or in challenging overseas conditions, he has delivered match-winning knocks including a T20I century and multiple blazing half-centuries. Even in the latest 1st T20I at Cuttack in December 2025, he played a short but important hand…

Tilak Varma has quickly become one of India’s most exciting young batting all-rounders, and his performances against South Africa in T20Is continue to be one of the most talked-about storylines in recent India–SA encounters. From his early knocks in 2023 to his explosive hundreds in 2024 and his latest gritty innings in the 1st T20I at Cuttack, Tilak has consistently shown that he enjoys the challenge of facing South Africa’s quicks. His aggressive stroke-making, calm temperament, and flexibility in the middle order make him a crucial part of India’s T20I setup. Below is the latest, complete, and easy-to-read breakdown of…

Abhishek Sharma has quickly become one of India’s most exciting young batting all-rounders in T20I cricket. Known for his fearless strokeplay at the top, the left-hander has already shown flashes of brilliance against strong teams. One such challenge has been South Africa, a side with world-class pacers and experienced spinners. Based on the latest available performances, Abhishek has played 4 innings against the Proteas, producing a mix of struggles and explosive knocks. His standout innings came during India’s tour of South Africa, where he smashed a 50 off just 25 balls, announcing himself as a serious T20I prospect. This article…