Published on: Nov 29, 2025 1:33 pm IST | Updated on: Nov 28, 2025 6:22 pm IST
Temba Bavuma and his men completely annihilated India at home in the Test series. They drubbed the men in blue 2-0 in the Test series, but now it’s time to turn our focus on the 3-match ODI series slated to kick off from November 30 in Ranchi. Besides Ranchi, the second and third ODIs of this series will take place at Raipur and Visakhapatnam, respectively. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 1st ODI Match, IND vs SA at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association International Stadium in Ranchi.
Team India started as the favorites in the Test series, but South Africa proved themselves every time they stepped on the field. India, playing at home, will be a formidable side, especially with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli playing together. As far as the favorites tag is concerned, Team India will carry that heading into this game, but writing off South Africa, particularly after what happened in the Test series, will be nothing but stupidity. The win probability meter will slightly lean in favor of the hosts, with South Africa expected to be the giant killers. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 1st ODI Match, IND vs SA at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association International Stadium in Ranchi.
IND: 56% win chance SA: 44% win chance
A magnificent ton in Sydney ended Rohit Sharma's Australian tour on a high note. He was declared the man of the series in that ODI series with the most runs, and the senior pro would be looking to continue from where he left off in Australia.
In home conditions, there is no better batter in India than the superstar himself Virat Kohli. Althouhg he got two consecutive ducks in the first two ODIs in Australia, but stormed back with a brilliant unbeaten fifty to help India register their only win that series. Expect him to be near his best in this game.
You can't take anything away from Matthew Breetzke. The middle-order batter has accumulated 542 runs in just 9 ODI innings so far at a scintillating average of 67.75. Expect him to have a great showing here in India.
Quinton de Kock loves batting against India in ODIs. He averages above 55 against this opposition and will be looking to contribute as much as possible in this series.
Check out our prediction for the IND vs SA 1st ODI match at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association International Stadium in Ranchi.
They say bygones are bygones, and this is something Team India should follow heading into this game and this series. After getting hammered 2-0 in the Test series, Team India’s only focus should be to avenge the humiliation and do well in this ODI series. Winning is the only way to heal the scars the hosts got during the Test series.
Heading into this series, newly appointed ODI skipper Shubman Gill and vice-captain Shreyas Iyer’s absence would be a huge concern, but with the presence of senior stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, things aren’t looking that bad for the KL Rahul-led ODI side. In the absence of Gill and Iyer, opportunity awaits for the likes of Ruturaj Gaikwad, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Rishabh Pant, who have been waiting dearly to get their share of chances in the 50-over format.
Talking about the bowling line-up, the selectors once again have rested Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Siraj has been dropped after an underwhelming ODI series in Australia. Gambhir’s favorites and all-format duo of Harshit Rana and Washington Sundar find a place again in the squad. However, Axar Patel, who was nurtured to be India’s next No. 5 in ODIs, has been dropped without any explanation. Despite all this fiasco, the team looks good enough to challenge South Africa and hopefully win the series.
The visitors are surely on cloud nine after decimating India in the 2-match Test series in familiar conditions. ODIs are a different ball game for sure, but the Proteas will take the confidence from that emphatic victory into the ODI series. Temba Bavuma and his side is in full strength with many Test regulars, and the guys who missed the flight to Pakistan for the ODI series are back.
The spotlight would be on the likes of senior pros like Quinton de Kock, Lungi Ngidi, and Aiden Markram. The trio has played a lot of cricket on Indian soil courtesy of the IPL. Their experience of playing in Indian conditions will definitely come in handy and could set the blueprint for defeating India in India in the entire white-ball leg (5 T20Is included). The only focus South Africa should keep on is starting well. A win in the first ODI will give them a lot of confidence for the upcoming games. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 94 SA won: 51 IND won: 40 No Result: 3 RECENT form INDIA: W W L L W RECENT form SOUTH AFRICA: W L L W L
A total of 94 matches have been played between India and South Africa in ODI cricket. South Africa leads the way handsomely by winning 51 games, whereas India has won only 40 fixtures. 3 games between the two sides ended without a result. However, in the last 5 meetings between the two sides, Team India has dominated the Proteas by winning 4 and losing only 1.
How will the two teams, i.e., India and South Africa, fare in the first ODI? Let’s take a look.
Quinton de Kock (WK), Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (C), Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch/Nandre Burger, Prenelan Subrayen, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 1st ODI between India and South Africa at the Jharkhand State Cricket Association International Stadium in Ranchi:
At the JSCA International Stadium, batting first has often proven advantageous with scores around 270–280. Expect the captain winning the toss to opt for batting, aiming to post a challenging total and let bowlers exploit evening conditions. Scoreboard pressure could be decisive in this opening ODI.
The online live streaming of the 1st ODI match of the South Africa tour of India will take place live on the JioHotstar app. The live TV coverage for this series will be available on the Star Sports 1 and 3 channels.
India, aided by home advantage and a batting lineup featuring the OGs Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, should start as favorites in Ranchi. South Africa’s pace attack can trouble early, but India’s depth and spin options tilt the balance. Expect the hosts to edge ahead and claim the opening ODI. Therefore, as per our prediction, the hosts, Team India, is expected to win the IND vs SA 1st ODI match.
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