IND VS SA ODI Series opener: India favoured ahead of Sunday clash

ISLAMABAD: In the ongoing IND VS SA Series, India and South Africa are set to face off in the first One-Day International of the three-match series on Sunday, 30 November, at 1:00 pm. Excitement is building as both teams prepare to kick off the series with high stakes and renewed energy.

India enter the opening ODI as clear favourites, with a 65 per cent win probability, while South Africa hold a 35 per cent chance going into the contest. The prediction reflects India’s strong home advantage and recent form, but South Africa’s ability to surprise big teams keeps the matchup compelling.

Fans are eagerly waiting for the series to unfold as both sides look to test their combinations ahead of a packed international calendar. Broadcasting and ticketing details have already been made available, adding to the buzz around the opening encounter.

With expectations high and the stage set, cricket fans are gearing up for a thrilling start to the ODI series.

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Meanwhile, Aiden Markram etched his name into the history books during the Guwahati Test, setting a new world record for the most catches in a single Test match.

South Africa’s fielders displayed exceptional skill in the victory over India, with Markram leading from the front.

On the fifth day of the match, he took his ninth catch to surpass the previous record.