A Clash of Titans: India vs South Africa in World Cup 2023
The much-anticipated clash between India and South Africa is set to unfold in Match 37 of the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, scheduled for Sunday, November 5, at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, West Bengal. This encounter promises a thrilling showdown between two of the strongest teams in the tournament. India, with an unbeaten streak, leads the points table, while South Africa holds the second position after a single loss to the Netherlands. Despite India’s dominance, South Africa’s superior run rate of +2.290 adds an exciting dimension to the match.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Before we dive into the pitch and weather conditions, let’s take a closer look at the historical head-to-head record of India and South Africa in ODI matches:
- Total matches played: 90
- Matches won by India: 37
- Matches won by South Africa: 50
- Matches with no result: 3
Pitch Report for IND vs SA
The pitches at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata are renowned for their batting-friendly nature. Prepared with black cotton soil, these pitches maintain a balanced playing field, offering favorable conditions for batsmen. As the match progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, favoring spinners. The average first innings score on Kolkata pitches is 236, setting the stage for an exciting contest.
Weather Update for World Cup 2023: IND vs SA
On Sunday, November 5, the weather in Kolkata is expected to be sunny with no threat of rain. The maximum temperature will hover around 32 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is expected to be around 20 degrees Celsius. With a wind speed of 10 km/h and 62% humidity, the conditions appear ideal for a competitive cricket match.
Probable Playing XI
Before the match, let’s take a look at the likely playing XI for both teams:
India (IND):
- Rohit Sharma (C)
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer/Ishan Kishan
- KL Rahul (WK)
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Shami
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohammed Siraj
South Africa (SA):
- Temba Bavuma
- Quinton de Kock
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Aiden Markram
- Heinrich Klaasen
- David Miller
- Marco Jansen
- Gerald Coetzee
- Keshav Maharaj
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Kagiso Rabada
Match Details
- Match: India vs South Africa, Match 37, World Cup 2023
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Date & Time: Sunday, November 5, 2:00 pm IST
As cricket enthusiasts gear up for this high-stakes encounter, the IND vs SA World Cup 2023 match promises to deliver an electrifying spectacle of skill and sportsmanship. Stay tuned for live streaming options and in-depth coverage as we witness these cricketing giants go head-to-head in this epic battle.
