India took the first match of the series in emphatic fashion after the Proteas suffered a blowout. The weather might have the final say in Barsapara with rain forecast during the match.
India vs South Africa | 2 October 2022 | Barsapara Stadium, Barsapara | 15:30
To Win Match
India 52/100 | Tie 25/1 | 31/20
India were handed a huge injury blow ahead of the series with the news that Jasprit Bumrah will be out for a few months with a back injury.
However, it seems that India are well prepared for his absence with plenty of fast bowlers ready to step up.
Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel and Deepak Chahar led the way last time out but India might hope for a stiffer test with the bat.
Further concerns were raised by the withdrawal of Yuzvendra Chahal who remains with the squad.
The pressure is really on for skipper Temba Bavuma who must prove that he is worth his place in the team.
A batting lineup that appeared to be getting it right in England has taken a few steps back.
There was an element of bad luck to the Proteas blowout though with first-ballers claiming Rilee Rossouw, David Miller and Tristan Stubbs.
Keshav Maharaj was the standout performer for South Africa but he would probably prefer to have less to do with the bat in Barsapara.
Verdict: India 52/100
India hold a big edge and weather-permitting should clinch the series.
