The Indian cricket team’s schedule is set to become quite hectic in the coming months, with one series following another. The team is currently playing a Test series against New Zealand, with one match completed and two remaining. The final match of the series will be held from November 1 to 5 in Mumbai. Immediately after that, the team will head to South Africa for a five-match T20 series. Let’s take a look at the schedule for this upcoming series.
India vs South Africa T20 Series Schedule
The India vs South Africa T20 series will consist of four matches, starting on November 8. The first match will take place in Durban on November 8. The second match is scheduled for November 10, followed by the third on November 13, and the final match on November 15, concluding the series.
Since the T20 series begins on November 8, the BCCI is expected to announce the team soon. It is believed that players involved in the current Test series against New Zealand will not participate in the T20 series. The team that recently played against Bangladesh under Suryakumar Yadav’s captaincy might be fielded again, especially as senior players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are not currently playing T20 Internationals.
After the New Zealand series, India’s next major assignment will be the Border-Gavaskar series against Australia, a five-match series in Australia, which is of great significance. Players heading to Australia are unlikely to feature in the T20 series against South Africa.
India’s Young Brigade to Prepare for South Africa Series
There is a strong possibility that India’s young players will be given a chance in the South Africa series. While no major T20 tournament is on the immediate horizon, the team’s preparation will continue to ensure the best squad is ready for future challenges. The performances of players in this series will help in selecting future squads, and all eyes will be on the BCCI as they announce the final team lineup for this series.