India vs South Africa Live Score Updates, T20 2025: Marco Jansen delivers a single to Tilak Varma
India vs South Africa Live Updates: As the Indian team gears up for the crucial third T20I against South Africa on Sunday, the atmosphere at the picturesque HPCA stadium in the hills is charged with intensity and urgency. With the series locked at 1-1, this match presents a pivotal opportunity for both teams, especially for India, which has recently displayed some vulnerabilities that the visitors have exploited throughout the series.
In the lead-up to the match, India’s practice session on Saturday evening was longer and more rigorous than usual, reflecting the mounting pressure on the squad as they prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup. With temperatures dropping and the stakes high, players were found returning to basics under the piercing gaze of head coach Gautam Gambhir. Despite it being an optional session, only Tilak Verma and Arshdeep Singh chose to sit out, suggesting a united front among the rest who are eager to address their weaknesses.
Key players like captain Suryakumar Yadav and vice-captain Shubman Gill are under scrutiny as they work to iron out their batting issues before the World Cup. Suryakumar, known for his aggressive style, has been focusing on honing a solid technique, while Gill’s struggles against the new ball continue to be a concern. Both players dedicated significant time in the nets, practicing drills more typical of training academies rather than those seen in high-pressure match situations.
The Indian camp will certainly feel the pressure after a series that has not gone according to plan. South Africa’s confidence has grown with their ability to counter India’s strengths and exploit their weaknesses, evident in their decision to take a day off for hiking while India hit the nets with fervor.
As the hosts prepare to defend their T20 World Cup title, the need for strategic coherence and a stable batting order comes to the forefront. The unexpected moves in the batting lineup, such as Axar Patel’s promotion to No. 3, raise questions about team dynamics that need to be addressed prior to the World Cup.
