SA vs IND Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, and Injury Update of 3rd Test match between South Africa and India.
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, 3rd Test Match Preview:
The third and final game of the Test series between South Africa and India will be played from January 11 at Newlands in Cape Town. The series is leveled at 1-1 and the decider is set to be an exciting affair.
After losing the first Test, the Proteas bounced back to win the second game and level the series. It was a hard-fought win for the hosts as their skipper Dean Elgar led from the front and ensured they won their first Test at the Wanderers against India.
KL Rahul led the Indian team in Virat Kohli’s absence and on winning the toss, he elected to bat first. They were bundled out on 202, thanks to some brilliant bowling from the Proteas’ pacers.
Shardul Thakur then starred with the ball and broke the back of South Africa’s batting lineup, picking up seven wickets. South Africa were knocked over on 229 in their first innings.
India only managed to score 266 in their second innings, setting a target of 240 for the hosts. Skipper Elgar stood tall against the Indian bowlers on a tricky pitch as he helped his side get across the line. He remained unbeaten on 96 to help his side win the game by seven wickets and level the series.
We saw an intense battle between both sides in the second Test and expect another cracking game in the coming week.
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, 3rd Test Match Details:
Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
Date & Time: Jan 11-Jan 15, at 02:00 PM IST
Live Score: CricketAddictor
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, 3rd Test Match Pitch Report:
The pitch at Newlands is a lively one. The bowlers will get some extra bounce off the surface and the pacers especially will continue to play a major role while operating on this surface. The batters need to be on their toes while batting on this bowling-friendly surface.
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, 3rd Test Match Probable Playing XIs:
SA: Dean Elgar (c), Aiden Markram, Keegan Petersen, Rassie van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Duanne Olivier, Lungi Ngidi
IND: Lokesh Rahul, Mayank Agarwal, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli (c), Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant (wk), Shardul Thakur, Ravichandran Ashwin, Mohammad Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Umesh Yadav/Ishant Sharma
Top Picks for SA vs IND Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
SA
Dean Elgar played one of the best innings in his career in the second innings of the 2nd Test. Taking blows often, he batted extremely well to give his side a 7-wicket victory. In 2 matches in this series, he has scored 202 runs at an average of 67.33, with the highest score of 96*.
Marco Jansen has impressed the cricketing fraternity in his debut Test series. In 2 matches, he has already bagged 12 wickets and has also scored 53 runs with the bat.
Kagiso Rabada has picked up the most wickets in this series with 13 scalps to his name. He is fierce and bowls with the same energy every time he runs in. He is a must-pick player for your fantasy teams.
IND
Lokesh Rahul is a technically sounded player and has adapted well to the bouncy surfaces of South Africa. Including a century and a half-century, he has scored 204 runs in 2 matches in this series at an average of 51.
Rishabh Pant faced a lot of criticism for his shot selection in the second Test. He is an instinctive batter and can score runs at a brisk pace. He should be the first choice wicketkeeping option for your fantasy teams.
Ravichandran Ashwin showed more resistance against the South Africa quicks in the second Test and accumulated valuable runs with the bat down the order. In 2 matches in this series, he has scored 80 runs and picked up 3 wickets.
Lord Shardul Thakur is a genuine wicket-taking bowler. He recorded his career-best figures of 7 for 61 in the first innings of the 2nd Test. In 2 matches in this series, he has scalped 10 wickets and has also scored 42 runs.
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, Must Picks for Dream11 Team Prediction:
| Player | Statistics (Last 5 matches) | Dream 11 Points |
| Dean Elgar | 321 runs | 128, 15, 106, 146 |
| Marco Jansen | 53 runs + 12 wickets | 134, 152 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 90 runs + 26 wickets | 95, 137, 155, 150, 124 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | 179 runs + 21 wickets | 108, 212, 152, 57, 106 |
| KL Rahul | 409 runs | 168, 8, 86, 181, 76 |
| Shardul Thakur | 228 runs + 24 wickets | 53, 92, 215, 70, 191 |
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain – Lokesh Rahul, Marco Jansen
Vice-Captain – Dean Elgar, Kagiso Rabada
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SA vs IND Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Rishabh Pant
Batsmen- Ajinkya Rahane, Dean Elgar (vc), Temba Bavuma, Lokesh Rahul (c)
All-Rounders- Ravichandran Ashwin, Marco Jansen
Bowlers- Mohammad Shami, Kagiso Rabada, Shardul Thakur, Duanne Olivier
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SA vs IND Dream11 Team:
Wicketkeeper- Kyle Verreynne
Batsmen- Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Keegan Petersen, Mayank Agarwal, Aiden Markram
All-Rounders- Marco Jansen (c)
Bowlers- Jasprit Bumrah, Kagiso Rabada (vc), Shardul Thakur, Lungi Ngidi
SA vs IND India tour of South Africa, 3rd Test Match Probable Winner:
South Africa is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.