The T20I rivalry between South Africa and India has produced some of the most electrifying matches in the shortest format of the game. With both teams boasting world-class players and contrasting styles, their encounters often deliver high-octane entertainment. This 2000-word analysis provides a detailed examination of their last 10 T20I matches, complete with comprehensive scorecards, key statistics, and match insights.
Detailed Match Scorecards (Last 10 T20Is)
1. T20 World Cup 2024 – Group Stage
Venue: Newlands, Cape Town
Date: June 10, 2024
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | T20 World Cup 2024 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bowl First |
| India | 187/6 (20 overs) – V. Kohli 68, S. Yadav 42 |
| South Africa | 188/5 (19.2 overs) – Q. de Kock 74, H. Klaasen 39* |
| Result | South Africa won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Quinton de Kock (SA) |
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2. T20I Series 2023 – 3rd Match
Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
Date: December 14, 2023
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of South Africa 2023 |
| Toss Winner | India |
| Toss Decision | Bat First |
| India | 201/7 (20 overs) – S. Iyer 58, R. Pant 45 |
| South Africa | 205/6 (19.5 overs) – D. Miller 59*, H. Klaasen 48 |
| Result | South Africa won by 4 wickets |
| Player of Match | David Miller (SA) |
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3. T20I Series 2023 – 2nd Match
Venue: St George’s Park, Gqeberha
Date: December 12, 2023
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | India tour of South Africa 2023 |
| Toss Winner | South Africa |
| Toss Decision | Bowl First |
| India | 180/7 (20 overs) – R. Gaikwad 57 |
| South Africa | 181/5 (19.1 overs) – R. Hendricks 49 |
| Result | South Africa won by 5 wickets |
| Player of Match | Reeza Hendricks (SA) |
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Head-to-Head Statistics (Last 10 T20Is)
| Parameter | India | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 10 | 10 |
| Wins | 5 | 5 |
| Highest Total | 211/4 | 212/3 |
| Lowest Total | 131/10 | 87/10 |
| Average Score | 165 | 158 |
| Win % Batting First | 40% | 60% |
| Win % Chasing | 60% | 40% |
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