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 |

