IND vs SA Fantasy Tips 1st T20I: India vs South Africa T20 Series 2025

The IND vs SA Fantasy Tips 1st T20I cover all crucial insights for creating your fantasy cricket teams for the first T20I of the South Africa tour of India 2025. India takes on South Africa at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on 9th December 2025, and fans can leverage these tips to maximize points from top-performing batters, bowlers, and all-rounders.

IND vs SA 1st T20I Match Details

Detail Info
Fixture India vs South Africa — 1st T20I, 2025
Date & Time 9 December 2025, 7:00 PM IST (1:30 PM GMT)
Venue Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, India
Broadcast Star Sports Network & Disney+ Hotstar
Tournament South Africa tour of India 2025 — T20I Series

Wankhede Stadium Pitch Report

  • Batting-friendly surface with true bounce.
  • Spinners may get assistance in middle overs.
  • Dew expected in the evening could favor chasing teams.

Top Players to Pick for IND vs SA Fantasy Teams

India:
  • Shubman Gill – Aggressive opener, consistent run-scorer.
  • Ruturaj Gaikwad – Anchors innings and accelerates when required.
  • Hardik Pandya – All-rounder, picks points in both batting and bowling.
  • Umran Malik – Key wicket-taker with lethal pace.
South Africa:
  • Reeza Hendricks – Big-hitting opener, capable of match-winning innings.
  • Tabraiz Shamsi – Spin wizard, takes wickets in middle overs.
  • Kagiso Rabada – Strike bowler, can change game momentum.

IND vs SA Fantasy Tips 1st T20I Picks

  1. Captain Choices: Shubman Gill, Reeza Hendricks

  2. Vice-Captain Choices: Hardik Pandya, Kagiso Rabada

  3. All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Dwaine Pretorius

  4. Best Bowler Picks: Umran Malik, Tabraiz Shamsi

  5. Best Batter Picks: Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shubman Gill

IND vs SA Fantasy Team Strategy

  • Prefer Indian batters in top order for maximum points.

  • Include at least 2-3 wicket-taking bowlers from both teams.

  • All-rounders can boost total points; pick at least 1-2.

  • Avoid players out of form or injury doubts.

Disclaimer: Predictions are based on current form, stats, and pitch conditions. Match outcomes may vary. Play responsibly in fantasy apps.

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FAQs

1. When is the IND vs SA 1st T20I?
  • 9 December 2025 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai.
2. Where can I watch the match live?
  • Star Sports Network & Disney+ Hotstar (App & Website).
3. Who are the top fantasy picks?
  • India: Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya; South Africa: Reeza Hendricks, Kagiso Rabada.
4. What are the pitch conditions?
  • Batting-friendly with true bounce; dew favors chasing teams in evening matches.
5. How to create a winning fantasy team?
  • Combine in-form batters, wicket-taking bowlers, and all-rounders; consider captain and vice-captain choices wisely.

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