🏏South Africa tour of India 2025: India vs SA - 5th T20I, Ahmedabad🏏 - Page 2

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Here is a shocker from veteran cricketer Kapil Dev.

Thank you, Soni, for the thread and for tagging.

Best wishes to both the teams, but a bit more wishes to our team India.

Originally posted by: mishkil88

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Here is a shocker from veteran cricketer Kapil Dev.

Agree,Because of GG,ICT has become butt of jokes...should call Laxman to be head coach on immediate effect

Thank you for the tag Soni

Why this India vs SA 5th T20 match in Ahmedabad is important

Beyond the series result, both sides have one eye on the upcoming T20 World Cup, scheduled to begin in February. Ahmedabad’s pitch and evening conditions are expected to play a big role in the tournament, making this game more than just a bilateral fixture. South Africa, in particular, will be eager to decode the surface after losing momentum midway through the series.

Bumrah returns, Gill in doubt

India receive a major boost with Jasprit Bumrah returning to the XI after missing the third T20I. The fourth match was abandoned because of excessive fog, denying fans a result and both teams valuable game time. There is, however, uncertainty over vice-captain Shubman Gill’s availability, with reports suggesting the Gujarat Titans skipper is carrying an injury.

IND vs SA Today Match Prediction - Who will win 4th T20I match between India and South Africa?

India 64%

South Africa 35%

Probable Best Bowler — Jasprit Bumrah

The local boy Jasprit Bumrah will be playing a 20-over international match at his home ground for the first time. He is a master at nailing yorkers and bouncers, while attacking the batters with wicket-to-wicket deliveries. Bumrah also is one of the best bowlers across powerplay and death overs. He will be looking to utilize his experience and skills to produce a memorable outing for him and his team, as India look to take the series.

Jasprit Bumrah likely to replace Harshit Rana!

Jasprit Bumrah rejoined the squad ahead of the fourth T20I after missing the previous game for personal reasons. His return is expected to influence India’s team combination, with Harshit Rana likely to make way as Bumrah slots back in to spearhead the pace attack, adding experience and control to the bowling unit.

SKY's form a big concern!

Suryakumar Yadav’s struggles have become increasingly glaring. Across 18 innings from 20 matches this year, he is yet to register a single fifty, managing just 213 runs at a disappointing average of 14.20. With each passing failure, the pressure continues to mount, turning his lean patch into a growing headache for the Indian camp.

Thanks for the tag Soni!

Get the job done boys. All the very best.

Cheers..

India haven’t tinkered much with their XI; Bumrah was rested for the third T20I and is expected to return, while Gill missed the fourth game, which eventually got abandoned, and his availability remains uncertain. Will this finally be the match where Samson gets a look-in? South Africa, meanwhile, have rotated their squad more freely, ensuring most players have had some game time. It wouldn’t be surprising if they continue experimenting even in this must-win clash. Toss and teams coming up..