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4th T20 Predictions: India vs South Africa
India and South Africa are about to lock horns with each other in the 4th T20I on June 17 (Friday).
The venue of the match is Saurashtra Cricket Stadium in Rajkot.
South Africa will be captained by Temba Bavuma while Rishabh Pant will be the Indian skipper of India.
South Africa leads the five-match series 2-1.
A victory in the 4th T20 will hand over the series to South Africa, so India will be under a lot of pressure.
What happened in the last match
Barring first, India posted a healthy 179 runs thanks to blazing half-centuries by two batters who were not in good form in the first two matches – Ruturaj Gaikwad and Ishan Kishan.
They scored 57 runs and 54 runs respectively.
Dwaine Pretorius was the only effective bowler, picking up 2 wickets for South Africa.
In reply, South Africa collapsed for just 131 runs.
The hero of the 2nd ODI, Heinrich Klaasen scored just 29 runs.
Harshal Patel and Yuzvendra Chahal struck form and picked up 4 wickets and 3 wickets respectively.
Match Details
Teams: India vs South Africa
Date: 17th June 2022
Time: 19:00 IST | 13:30 GMT | 19:00 Local
Venue: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot
Weather and Pitch report
he weather in Rajkot will be sunny.
Temperature will range from 30 to 36 degrees Celsius.
No rain is expected so we will have a full game.
The boundaries are quite short so we can expect a plethora of big hits.
Traditionally, it has not offered much assistance to pacers.
Spinners have a better chance on this wicket as it offers good purchase.
If a team wishes to win batting first, it should aim to score 180 plus.
Team news
The biggest in the Indian batting line-up seems to be Rishabh Pant.
However, being the captain, he can’t be dropped.
It’s important for Pant to step up in this high pressure match.
Ruturaj’s return to form is great news as he tends to be very consistent after finding his touch.
Shreyas Iyer also needs to focus on reducing the dot balls and play more freely.
Avesh Khan has looked a pale shadow of his IPL avatar and India might be tempted to replace him with Arshdeep Singh or Umran Malik.
South Africa might go in with the same team.
Venue stats
Total matches 3
Matches won batting first 1
Matches won bowling first 2
Average 1st Innings score – 183
Average 2nd Innings score – 170
Highest total recorded 202/4 (19.4 Ov) by IND vs AUS
India Likely Playing 11
Ishan Kishan, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Hardik Pandya, Dinesh Karthik, Axar Patel, Harshal Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Umran Malik
South Africa Likely Playing 11
Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, David Miller, Reeza Hendriks, Wayne Parnell, Dwaine Pretorius, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje
Top batters
Ishan Kishan is the highest-ranked Indian batter in the T20I rankings.
He is in good form with 164 runs at a strike rate of 157.69.
Top all-Rounders
Hardik Pandya has scored 71 runs in three innings at a strike rate of 157.77 and also looked good with the ball.
Dwaine Pretorius has been the top wicket-taker for the Proteas with four wickets at an economy of 9.45.
He has also scored 53 runs.
Top Bowlers
Bhuvneshwar Kumar has picked up a total of six wickets in three matches at an economy of 6.41.
In the 2nd T20, he picked up 4/13 in four overs.
Top Wicket-Keeper
Heinrich Klaassen has plundered 110 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 157.14, with a top score of 81.
He has also looked good behind the stumps.
Who will win
The Indian batters and bowlers have discovered their form.
Apart from Pant and Avesh Khan, the entire team is performing.
For South Africa, the biggest let down has been the tepid form of their top bowlers like Rabada and Nortje.
Based on overall team composition, our prediction is India will win and make it 2-2.
Mohammad Rizwan has come under heavy fire for his performance during Pakistan’s loss to South Africa in a high-stakes match. Critics described his innings as lackluster, accusing him of playing a “shameless” and “criminal” knock that failed to meet the demands of the situation. His inability to accelerate scoring when required drew ire from fans and analysts alike, with many questioning his intent and decision-making under pressure.
While Rizwan’s cautious approach ensured some stability, it proved inadequate against South Africa’s aggressive game plan. His inability to shift gears in critical moments ultimately hurt Pakistan’s chances, and his performance sparked a broader debate about his role and strategy in the team’s batting order. Some commentators were particularly scathing, questioning how Rizwan could reflect on his effort given the circumstances.
The incident has added to the scrutiny of Pakistan’s overall performance in the tournament, with many demanding better strategies and execution from key players. Rizwan, regarded as a pivotal figure in the lineup, now faces the challenge of responding to the criticism and delivering under pressure in future matches.
The Nepal Premier League (NPL) witnessed dramatic turnarounds as Karnali Yaks secured their third consecutive victory and Lumbini Lions registered their maiden win. Karnali cruised to a seven-wicket win over Pokhara Avengers, powered by William Bosisto’s brilliant bowling performance, claiming 6 wickets for 28 runs. This victory places the Yaks in a strong position for playoffs.
Meanwhile, the Lumbini Lions finally ended their winless run by defeating Chitwan Rhinos by 33 runs. Rohit Paudel starred with an outstanding all-round performance, scoring 80 runs and taking 4 wickets for just 17 runs. The Lions’ bowlers complemented Paudel’s efforts, restricting the Rhinos and ensuring a much-needed morale boost.
Both results have shaken up the league standings as the tournament heads toward a tense conclusion. With Karnali firming their playoff prospects and Lumbini gaining momentum, fans can expect high-intensity action in the upcoming matches.
West Indies cricket legend Andy Roberts has lauded Mohammed Shami as India’s most skilled pacer, emphasizing his superiority in effectiveness and consistency over others, including Jasprit Bumrah. While acknowledging Bumrah’s ability to claim crucial wickets, Roberts expressed that Shami’s control, seam positioning, and adaptability under diverse conditions set him apart.
Roberts critiqued Mohammed Siraj, stating he has yet to reach the same level as Bumrah and Shami. He highlighted that Shami’s ability to relentlessly hit good lengths and extract movement makes him India’s standout bowler. He urged Indian cricket to focus more on nurturing such talent for long-term success in international cricket.
Roberts’ observations offer a fresh perspective on India’s pace attack dynamics, sparking debates among cricket fans worldwide.
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