Introduction
The South Africa vs India cricket rivalry has evolved into one of the most competitive contests in modern cricket.
In a thrilling encounter, the South Africa national cricket team faced off against the India national cricket team in a highly anticipated match. Played at a packed stadium, the game showcased exceptional talent from both sides. India, batting first, posted a formidable total of 287/6 in 50 overs, driven by a stellar 112 off 98 balls from their star opener and a brisk 65 from the middle-order mainstay. South Africa’s bowlers struggled, with their lead pacer taking 2/56, while the spinners were economical but wicketless.
Chasing 288, South Africa started strongly, with their captain scoring a classy 89. However, India’s bowlers, led by their ace spinner (3/42) and a fiery fast bowler (2/38), triggered a collapse. South Africa finished at 253/8, falling 34 runs short. The match was defined by India’s disciplined bowling and fielding, which outshone South Africa’s aggressive batting approach. Key moments included a stunning catch by India’s wicketkeeper and a controversial run-out. India won the match, strengthening their position in the series, while South Africa rued missed opportunities in the chase.
1. ICC T20 World Cup 2022 – Perth Stadium (30 October 2022)
Category |
Details |
Tournament |
ICC T20 World Cup 2022 |
Venue |
Perth Stadium, Australia |
Date |
30 October 2022 |
Toss |
South Africa (chose to field) |
India |
133/9 (20 overs) |
South Africa |
137/3 (19.4 overs) |
Result |
South Africa won by 5 wickets |
Series |
Group Stage |
Player of Match |
Lungi Ngidi (4/29) |
2. ODI Series Decider 2023 – Boland Park, Paarl (21 December 2023)
Category |
Details |
Tournament |
India Tour of SA 2023 |
Venue |
Boland Park, Paarl |
Date |
21 December 2023 |
Toss |
India (chose to bat) |
India |
296/8 (50 overs) |
South Africa |
218 (45.5 overs) |
Result |
India won by 78 runs |
Series |
India won 2-1 |
Player of Match |
Sanju Samson (108 off 114 balls) |
3. Test Series 2021 – Wanderers, Johannesburg (3-6 January 2022)
Category |
Details |
Tournament |
India Tour of SA 2021-22 |
Venue |
Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
Date |
3-6 January 2022 |
Toss |
South Africa (chose to field) |
India |
202 & 266 |
South Africa |
229 & 243/3 |
Result |
South Africa won by 7 wickets |
Series |
SA won 2-1 |
Player of Match |
Dean Elgar (96* in 4th innings) |
4. T20I Series 2022 – Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati (2 October 2022)
Category |
Details |
Tournament |
SA Tour of India 2022 |
Venue |
Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati |
Date |
2 October 2022 |
Toss |
South Africa (chose to field) |
India |
237/3 (20 overs) |
South Africa |
221/3 (20 overs) |
Result |
India won by 16 runs |
Series |
India won 2-1 |
Player of Match |
KL Rahul (57 off 28 balls) |
5. ODI World Cup 2019 – Rose Bowl, Southampton (5 June 2019)
Category |
Details |
Tournament |
ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 |
Venue |
Rose Bowl, Southampton |
Date |
5 June 2019 |
Toss |
South Africa (chose to field) |
India |
227/9 (50 overs) |
South Africa |
207 (49.5 overs) |
Result |
India won by 20 runs |
Series |
Group Stage |
Player of Match |
Jasprit Bumrah (2/35 & crucial wickets) |
Head-to-Head Records (1991-2024)
Test Matches
Matches |
India Wins |
SA Wins |
Draws |
42 |
15 |
17 |
10 |
ODIs
Matches |
India Wins |
SA Wins |
No Result |
92 |
37 |
50 |
5 |
T20Is
Matches |
India Wins |
SA Wins |
No Result |
26 |
14 |
11 |
1 |