IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Today (5th T20I), Ahmedabad December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – Fantasy Tips, Playing11, Pitch Report
IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction, 5th T20I, 19th Dec 2025: In the 5th T20I of the South Africa Tour of India 2025, India and South Africa lock horns at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, on December 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM IST. Here’s our breakdown of IND vs SA Dream11 fantasy prediction, playing 11 details, pitch report, and expert picks to build your perfect team.
Match Details – IND vs SA
| Team | India (IND) vs South Africa (SA) |
| Competition | South Africa Tour of India 2025 |
| Date & Time | December 19, 2025, 7:00 PM |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Live Stream | Star Sports Network, JioHotstar |
| Scorecard | IND vs SA Live Score |
IND vs SA Match Preview & Recent Records
Excessive fog and very low visibility forced officials to abandon the 4th T20I in Lucknow on December 17 without a single ball being bowled.
This marks the first time a major international night match in India has been called off for fog, leading the UPCA to announce full ticket refunds.
Team India currently holds a 2–1 lead in the five-match series, ensuring they cannot lose the series.
India Team Preview & Recent Records
India won by 7 wickets against SA. In that match, Abhishek Sharma delivered a solid performance, scoring 35 runs in 18 balls, while Shubman Gill added 28 runs off 28 balls. On the bowling side, Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana picked up 2 and 2 wickets respectively.
Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill and Tilak Varma are expected to lead the top order for IND.
Surya Kumar Yadav and Shivam Dube will anchor the middle order and look to control the innings.
Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana are likely to start the proceedings with the ball and look for early breakthroughs.
Hardik Pandya, Varun Chakaravarthy and Shivam Dube will be used through the middle phases of the innings to keep control and pick up wickets.
Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube can bowl in the later stages of the innings and help restrict the scoring rate.
South Africa Team Preview & Recent Records
South Africa lost by 7 wickets against India. In that match, Aiden Markram played a brilliant knock, scoring 61 runs in 46 balls, while Donovan Ferreira added 20 runs off 15 balls. On the bowling side, Lungisani Ngidi and Marco Jansen picked up 1 and 1 wickets respectively.
Quinton De Kock, Reeza Hendricks and Aiden Markram are expected to open the innings and set the tone for SA.
Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs and Corbin Bosch will stabilise the middle order and look to rotate the strike.
Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje and Lungisani Ngidi will handle the lower middle order and finish the innings strongly.
Lungisani Ngidi and Marco Jansen are expected to share the new ball and look for early wickets.
Ottniel Baartman, Corbin Bosch and Anrich Nortje will provide control through the middle phases of the innings.
Anrich Nortje and Corbin Bosch can be used towards the back end of the innings to keep runs in check.
Head-to-Head:
India and South Africa have faced each other in 34 T20 International matches to date. Out of these encounters, India has emerged victorious in 20 matches, while South Africa has won 13. Additionally, one match ended with no result.
| Matches Played | IND Won | SA Won | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 20 | 13 | 1 | 0 |
Also read – IND vs SA Player Battle & Head to Head Team Stats in T20I – 2025
IND vs SA Predicted Playing11 & Key Players
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Key Performers For India
- Top Batters: Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma
- Top Bowlers: Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh
Key Performers For South Africa
- Top Batters: Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock
- Top Bowlers: Lungisani Ngidi, Ottniel Baartman
IND vs SA Pitch Report & Weather update for Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
Pitch Report — The pitch conditions here at Narendra Modi Stadium traditionally T20I reads as balanced surface. Par-score bands sit roughly at Low: 130, Medium: 170, High: 190.
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IND vs SA Player Stats & Record 2025
India vs South Africa 5th T20I Dream11 Team Prediction 2025
Captain/Vice-Captain Suggestions
For Small League
Hardik Pandya, Varun Chakravarthy, Tilak Varma, and Aiden Markram will be good options.
For Grand League
Players like Abhishek Sharma, Lungi Ngidi, Quinton de Kock, and Kuldeep Yadav will be good differential picks.
| Player Name | Avg Fpts | Total Runs | Total Wk | Recent Runs | Recent Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corbin Bosch (ALL) | 89.2 | 52 | 10 | 4,30,11,7,0 | 1,2,1,4,2 |
| Sanju Samson (WK) | 78 | 174 | 0 | 2,0,24,39,109 | 0,0,0,0,0 |
| Aiden Markram (ALL) | 76.2 | 173 | 0 | 61,29,14,41,28 | 0,0,0,0,0 |
| Kwena Maphaka (BOWL) | 74.6 | 3 | 10 | 0,0,0,3,0 | 0,2,3,4,1 |
| Axar Patel (ALL) | 69.6 | 82 | 5 | 21,23,0,21,17 | 1,2,0,2,0 |
| David Miller (BAT) | 65.4 | 157 | 0 | 20,1,82,36,18 | 0,0,0,0,0 |
| Hardik Pandya (ALL) | 64.2 | 119 | 3 | 0,20,59,2,38 | 1,0,1,1,0 |
FAQ – IND vs SA Quick Summaries
Which are the Key Players For India (IND)?
Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Arshdeep Singh will be the key players for Team IND.
Which are the Key Players For South Africa (SA)?
Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock, Lungisani Ngidi, and Ottniel Baartman will be the key players for Team SA.
What’s the pitch report and weather update for Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad?
The pitch favours batting with true bounce and an even surface, helping stroke play. Ahmedabad’s weather is clear and dry with no rain expected, and warm daytime temperatures turning cooler at night.
Who are the best captain/vice-captain picks for today’s IND vs SA match?
Hardik Pandya, Varun Chakravarthy, Tilak Varma, and Aiden Markram will be good options for C/VC.
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