IND vs SA Match Prediction : 4th T20, South Africa tour of India, 2025
IND vs SA Win Probability
67%
IND
33%
SA
India To Win, 1.41
India holds a 100% win record in all three matches played at this venue.
The Indian spin attack is significantly more potent than South Africa’s, which is crucial for this surface.
Both batting lineups have displayed flashes of inconsistency throughout the series and that is where the match may shift quickly.
IND vs SA Betting Tips
Varun Chakravarthy to pick up Over 1.5 wickets
Varun Chakravarthy has been a prolific wicket-taker, claiming 32 scalps in just 17 matches this year. He has secured at least two wickets in six of his previous seven outings. notably, he has maintained this threshold in every single one of his seven appearances against South Africa, and we expect him to continue this dominant run.
Abhishek Sharma to score over 21.5 runs
Abhishek Sharma has been India's standout batter this year, leading the run-scoring charts with an average exceeding 43 across 20 innings. He has surpassed the 22-run mark in three of his last five encounters against South Africa, including a vital half-century. Given his current form, we are backing him to deliver another impactful performance.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
India
South Africa
India aims to seal the T20 series as they face South Africa for a crucial mid-week showdown. The fourth match is scheduled for Wednesday at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
Also Check: Today's Cricket Betting Rates
India vs South Africa Head-to-Head Record
The two nations have competed in 34 matches historically. India holds the advantage with 20 victories, while South Africa has secured 13 wins. One encounter ended in a No Result.
India vs South Africa Live-streaming and Broadcast
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network. Fans in India can also stream the game live via the JioHotstar app.
You can find live odds, updated tips after every day's play, and more information about this match at ocbscores.com.
IND vs SA Team Previews
India
After bouncing back from a subpar performance in the second match, India reclaimed the momentum in Dharamsala and arrives in Lucknow brimming with confidence.
The hosts are likely to stick with their winning combination. Openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill, who had previously struggled for rhythm, provided a solid foundation on Sunday and will look to replicate that success here. Sharma will be the pivotal figure given his ability to execute power shots at will.
The primary concern remains the form of skipper Suryakumar Yadav; averaging under 10 runs in his last three innings, he needs a significant score ahead of the approaching World Cup. The middle order, however, remains robust with the presence of Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, and Shivam Dube.
In the bowling department, India is expected to continue with Harshit Rana and Arshdeep Singh sharing the new ball. Spin wizard Varun Chakravarthy is a guaranteed starter, leaving a potential selection dilemma between Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel for the final spot.
India Playing 11
Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana
Check Out: Best Cricket Betting Sites
South Africa
South Africa has been plagued by inconsistency, particularly in the white-ball format. The team must capitalize on these final fixtures to fine-tune their squad composition before the World Cup.
The batting unit requires significant improvement. While Quinton de Kock’s return is a boost, his lack of consistency—mirrored by Reeza Hendricks’ consecutive single-digit scores—is worrying.
The middle order features a blend of youth and experience; Aiden Markram has played well in patches, but David Miller needs to leverage his vast IPL experience to anchor the innings better. The lineup is rounded out by Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, and Dewald Brevis.
The Proteas boast a formidable pace attack led by Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman, and Anrich Nortje. However, their spin department appears comparatively understaffed for these conditions.
South Africa Expected Playing 11
Quinton de Kock (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (C), Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman
IND vs SA Toss Prediction
History heavily favors the team setting the target here, with 5 of the 6 matches at this venue won by the side batting first. Consequently, we anticipate that the captain winning the toss will elect to bat.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Ekana pitch is expected to be on the slower side, making batting a challenge. The bounce can be uneven, requiring batters to be judicious with their shot selection. The average first-innings score here hovers around 160. As the match progresses, the surface is likely to slow further, allowing spinners to generate significant turn.
The weather forecast predicts clear skies with temperatures below 20°C, though dew could play a factor in the latter stages of the game.
IND vs SA: Who Will Win?
We are backing India to clinch victory in this match. Despite occasional lapses in consistency, the hosts possess individual match-winners capable of dominating on home soil. That said, South Africa has demonstrated resilience under pressure and will undoubtedly offer stiff competition.
In-Play betting (A small bet on South Africa followed by a bigger bet on South Africa if the odds improve, as we expect them to, will ensure you end up winning no matter what happens.) If you are just betting outright, choose India.
Bet on India to win.
