SA vs IND Dream11 Prediction, Top Fantasy Picks, Player Availability News, 1st Test, South Africa vs India, 26th December 2023

Welcome to SA vs IND Dream11 Prediction for Today’s Match Fantasy Cricket Tips. 

On December 26, 2023, at 1:30 PM IST, South Africa and India will play their first Test match of the India tour of South Africa. The match will take place at Centurion’s SuperSport Park.

Team India suffered a 2-1 defeat in the three-test match series on their last tour. 

The Men in Blue, led by Rohit Sharma, are now prepared to take on the task of making history by defeating the formidable Proteas team at home.

Check out our top fantasy picks, player availability news, pitch report, predicted playing XIs & more.

SA vs IND Match Information

SA vs IND Pitch Report

The SuperSport Park is considered to be a pacer-friendly surface. It won’t be easy for the hitters to play big shots. During the bowling sessions, bowlers, especially spinners will receive a good amount of help.

SA vs IND Weather Report

It is predicted to be cloudy during the game, which could facilitate the movement of the pacers. Rain is expected 24% of the time during the play.

Team Update/Players Availability News

There is no injury update from both side.

South Africa Predicted Playing XI

Temba Bavuma (captain), Dean Elgar, Keegan Peterson, Aden Markram, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Marco Jensen, Gerald Coetzee, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj

India Predicted Playing XI

Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill/Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Srikar Bharat, Shreyas Iyer, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Mukesh Kumar/Shardul Thakur, Ravi Ashwin

SA vs IND: Complete Squad

South Africa Test squad: Temba Bavuma (c), David Bedingham, Nandre Burger, Gerald Coetzee, Tony de Zorzi, Dean Elgar, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Lungi Ngidi, Keegan Petersen, Kagiso Rabada, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne (wk).

India Test squad: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, Mukesh Kumar, Jasprit Bumrah (vc), Prasidh Krishna, KS Bharat (wk), Abhimanyu Easwaran.

SA vs IND Dream11 Match Prediction Choices For Captain And Vice-Captain

Virat Kohli – Captain

Virat Kohli, the epitome of batting brilliance, emerges as the prime candidate for the Captain’s role. His phenomenal record against South Africa is a testament to his prowess. 

In 14 Test matches, Kohli has amassed a staggering 1236 runs against the Proteas, boasting an impressive average of 56.18. 

With a knack for turning up on the big stage, Kohli stands as a formidable choice to lead your Dream11 team.

Aiden Markram – Vice-captain 

Aiden Markram, the dynamic South African opener, emerges as a compelling choice for the Vice-Captaincy position. 

Markram has been South Africa’s leading run-scorer in Test matches this year, showcasing his red-hot form. 

As he prepares to face the Indian bowling attack, Markram’s consistent performances position him as a reliable Vice-Captain option for your Dream11 team.

Grand League Dream11 Team Prediction SA vs IND

Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul

Batters: Rohit Sharma, S Iyer, Aiden Markram, Virat Kohli (C), S Gill

All Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja(VC), Marco Jensen

Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Gerald Coetzee, Mohammad Siraj

Head-to-Head Dream11 Team Prediction SA vs IND

Wicketkeepers: KL Rahul

Batters: Rohit Sharma, D Elgar, Aiden Markram, S Gill

All Rounders: Ravindra Jadeja(C), Marco Jensen(VC)

Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, K Rabada, Gerald Coetzee, Mohammad Siraj

Who Will Win Today’s Match Between SA vs IND?

India to win

Looking at the squad strength of India, they are looking stronger and are the favourites to win the game.

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