Cricket Prediction | South Africa vs India | T20 WC | Final Match | June 29 – Can South Africa break their Curse or Second Title for India?

SA vs IND Match Analysis

The T20 World Cup 2024 final, which promises to be an exciting match featuring South Africa and India, will take place on Saturday, June 29, at 8:30 PM at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.

South Africa enters the final brimming with confidence, having maintained an unbeaten run throughout the tournament.

India, on the other hand, brings a rich legacy of success in T20 cricket and boasts a balanced squad with explosive batting and versatile bowling.

SA vs IND Team Preview & Squads

South Africa

The leadership of head coach Rob Walter, South Africa’s cricket team has ascended to remarkable new heights. Walter’s strategic acumen and focus on nurturing talent have been pivotal in the Proteas’ transformation.

Captain Aiden Markram has emerged as a vital leader for South Africa, renowned for his dynamic leadership style and sharp cricketing mind. His composed demeanor and strategic insights have profoundly influenced the team, both on and off the field, solidifying his role as a key figure in their recent successes.

The team boasts several standout players, including the aggressive opener Quinton de Kock and the formidable fast bowler Kagiso Rabada. De Kock’s fearless batting and Rabada’s searing pace consistently provide South Africa with a significant competitive advantage, enhancing their prospects in crucial matches.

South Africa recently triumphed over Afghanistan in the T20 World Cup 2024 with a commanding 9-wicket victory. Marco Jansen was named player of the match after recording an outstanding 3/16 bowling stats. South Africa bowled out Afghanistan for a mere 56 runs and swiftly chased down the target in just 8.5 overs. With this win, South Africa has confirmed final day spot.

South Africa Squads

South Africa

Heinrich Klaasen, Marco Jansen, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram (c), David Miller, Kagiso Rabada, Reeza Hendricks, Tristan Stubbs, Ottniel Baartman, Tabraiz Shamsi, Bjorn Fortuin, Quinton de Kock, Gerald Coetzee, Anrich Nortje, Keshav Maharaj.

India

India’s continued domination on the international scene has been made possible by Dravid’s cool-headedness and strategic acumen, which have proved essential in nurturing the team’s young players and strengthening their fundamentals.

At the helm of the Indian squad is the dynamic Rohit Sharma, whose aggressive batting at the top sets an aggressive tone for the team. Sharma’s strategic brilliance and motivational leadership have been pivotal to India’s recent triumphs, providing the team with crucial inspiration and direction.

India’s lineup is further bolstered by star players like Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah. Kohli’s remarkable batting prowess and his knack for chasing down tough targets make him an indispensable part of the Indian batting order. On the other hand, Bumrah’s lightning-fast pace and accurate bowling often turn the tide in India’s favor during critical moments.

India posted 171 runs for 7 wickets batting first, led by Rohit Sharma (57) and Suryakumar Yadav (47). England were dismissed for 103 runs in response, with Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav each claiming 3 wickets. India secured a convincing 68-run victory and advances to face South Africa in the finals.

India Squads

India

Yuzvendra Chahal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma (c), Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shivam Dube.

SA vs IND Outfield Report

Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados

Early seam movement on the Kensington Oval pitch is known to present some challenges for batsmen in the first few overs. Extra bounce is something fast bowlers should expect, which makes it harder for the batsmen to become comfortable immediately.

The weather forecast for Bridgetown, Barbados, on June 29 predicts mostly clear skies with minimal rain chances, ensuring an uninterrupted match. The temperature will be around 31°C with 74% humidity, and a steady breeze of 25 km/h could assist the bowlers.

Historically, teams batting first at Kensington Oval have won 19 out of 30 T20 matches, highlighting the advantage of setting a total. However, in the latest match, England defied this trend by chasing down the USA’s 115 runs for a 10-wicket victory.

SA vs IND Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, South Africa has emerged victorious three times, India has won once, and one match was abandoned.

South Africa vs India Prediction

Winning the toss

• South Africa 

Player of the Match

• India – Rohit Sharma

Most runs

• South Africa – Heinrich Klaasen 
• India – Rohit Sharma

Most wickets

• South Africa – Anrich Nortje
• India – Kuldeep Yadav

Most sixes

• South Africa – Heinrich Klaasen
• India – Rohit Sharma

Team Scores Batting First

• South Africa – 160+
• India – 170+

According to cricket analysts, India has a 62.5% chance of winning.

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