From Hardik Pandya to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most sixes in T20Is. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and KL Rahul

From Hardik Pandya to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most sixes in T20Is. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and KL Rahul

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most sixes in T20Is

From Yuvraj Singh to Ishan Kishan here is a look at five Indian batters to score fastest fifties in T20 World Cup by balls taken. The honourable list also features the likes of KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma as Ishan joined the club on Thursday. 

From Yuvraj Singh to Ishan Kishan here is a look at five Indian batters to score fastest fifties in T20 World Cup by balls taken. The honourable list also features the likes of KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma as Ishan joined the club on Thursday.&nbsp;

From Yuvraj Singh to Ishan Kishan, 5 Indian batters to score fastest fifties in T20 World Cup (by balls taken)

From Yuvraj Singh to Glenn Maxwell, here is a list of five batters to score the fastest T20 World Cup fifty. The honourable list also features the likes of Stephan Myburgh, Marcus Stoinis and KL Rahul, who have scored fifties in the T20 World Cup, with the latest edition set to start.

From Yuvraj Singh to Glenn Maxwell, here is a list of five batters to score the fastest T20 World Cup fifty. The honourable list also features the likes of Stephan Myburgh, Marcus Stoinis and KL Rahul, who have scored fifties in the T20 World Cup, with the latest edition set to start.

From Yuvraj Singh to Glenn Maxwell, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup fifty

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual IPL scores. The illustrious list also contains the names KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Murali Vijay. 

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill here is a look at five Indian batters with highest individual IPL scores. The illustrious list also contains the names KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Murali Vijay.&nbsp;

Meet 5 Indian batters with highest individual IPL score ft Abhishek Sharma

From Abhishek Sharma to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 5000 T20 runs. This list also includes KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill

From Abhishek Sharma to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five Indian batters fastest to 5000 T20 runs. This list also includes KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shubman Gill

Meet top 5 Indian batters fastest to 5000 T20 runs

From KL Rahul to AB de Villiers here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions. 

From KL Rahul to AB de Villiers here is a look at five players with most runs without winning an IPL title. The list of players also consists of Chris Gayle, Sanju Samson and Rishabh Pant as teams prepare for the latest round of retentions.&nbsp;

Meet 5 players with most runs without winning an IPL title ft AB de Villiers

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most fifties in IPL. The honourbale list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul and Suresh Raina. 

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with most fifties in IPL. The honourbale list also features the likes of Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul and Suresh Raina.&nbsp;

Meet 5 Indian batters with most fifties in IPL ft Virat, Rohit

From Yashasvi Jaiswal to Abhishek Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with fastest IPL fifties. The list also features the likes of KL Rahul, Yusuf Pathan and Suresh Raina who have scored fastest fifties in the IPL. 

From Yashasvi Jaiswal to Abhishek Sharma here is a look at five Indian batters with fastest IPL fifties. The list also features the likes of KL Rahul, Yusuf Pathan and Suresh Raina who have scored fastest fifties in the IPL.&nbsp;

Meet 5 Indian batters with fastest IPL fifties ft Yashasvi Jaiswal

From Sanju Samson to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh. 

From Sanju Samson to Rohit Sharma here is a look at five highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL history. The illustrious list also features the likes of Yusuf Pathan, KL Rahul and Shaun Marsh.&nbsp;

Meet 5 batters with highest individual score in a lost chase in IPL ft Rohit Sharma

The best batters know no format, no boundaries; they just know how to score anywhere. In the early days of T20 cricket, a few mastered this art. Let’s check out the players quickest to 6000 T20 runs.

The best batters know no format, no boundaries; they just know how to score anywhere. In the early days of T20 cricket, a few mastered this art. Let’s check out the players quickest to 6000 T20 runs.

Meet 5 Players fastest to 6000 T20 Runs; only one Indian on the list

From Shreyas Iyer to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most T20I runs against New Zealand. This list also includes KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav

From Shreyas Iyer to Rohit Sharma, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most T20I runs against New Zealand. This list also includes KL Rahul, Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most T20I runs against New Zealand

Meet Indian batters to score most runs in each of last five T20 World Cups. The honourable list features the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma. Virat has been in India’s top scorer in three of the last five editions.

Meet Indian batters to score most runs in each of last five T20 World Cups. The honourable list features the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Rohit Sharma. Virat has been in India’s top scorer in three of the last five editions.

Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli

New Zealand secured a comfortable 7-wicket victory over India in the second ODI of the series at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Wednesday (Jan 14). Chasing 285, Daryl Mitchell played an excellent innings and scored a century, while Will Young contributed a strong 87 runs to help New Zealand chase the target comfortably. Mitchell stayed not out on 131 runs from 117 balls, hitting 11 fours and two sixes. The Indian bowlers struggled and were unable to make much impact, managing only three wickets in the match. With this victory, New Zealand leveled the three-match ODI series at 1-1. They will now look to keep the momentum going and win the series in the final match, which will be played in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18).&nbsp;&nbsp;New Zealand’s chase started slowly, with openers Devon Conway (16) and Henry Nicholls (10) getting out early. Mitchell and Young then steadied the innings for their team and rebuilt the chase. In the end, Glenn Phillips scored an unbeaten 32 to help New Zealand win the match.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, after winning the toss, New Zealand chose to bowl first. India began well with openers Rohit Sharma and captain Shubman Gill putting together a solid start. Rohit scored 24 before getting out, while Gill continued and made a steady 56. Virat Kohli then came in but could not build a big innings and was dismissed for 23 by Kristian Clarke. Shreyas Iyer also struggled and was out for just eight runs.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pune-grand-tour-2026-for-surya-ramesh-thathu-india-s-biggest-stage-race-is-more-than-just-a-race-1768404382734">Pune Grand Tour 2026: For Surya Ramesh Thathu, India’s biggest stage race is more than just a race</a>&nbsp;After Iyer’s wicket, KL Rahul took charge of the innings. He played a superb knock, scoring an unbeaten 112 off 92 balls, including 11 fours and one huge six. Rahul also shared a useful 73-run stand with Ravindra Jadeja, who scored 27 before getting out. Rahul then carried on with support from Nitish Kumar Reddy, who added 20 runs. Thanks to Rahul’s effort, India finished with a strong total of 284 for 7.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-i-didn-t-realise-how-shreyas-iyer-on-the-injury-that-changed-his-career-1768397980455">'I didn’t realise how...': Shreyas Iyer on the injury that changed his career</a> For New Zealand, Kristian Clarke was the most successful bowler, picking up three important wickets for 56 runs in eight overs. Captain Michael Bracewell (1/34), Jayden Lennox (1/42), Zakary Foulkes (1/67) and Kyle Jamieson (1/70) took one wicket each. Glenn Phillips was the only bowler who failed to take a wicket and gave away 13 runs in his three overs.

With this victory, New Zealand leveled the three-match ODI series at 1-1. They will now look to keep the momentum going and win the series in the final match, which will be played in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18).

New Zealand secured a comfortable 7-wicket victory over India in the second ODI of the series at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Wednesday (Jan 14). Chasing 285, Daryl Mitchell played an excellent innings and scored a century, while Will Young contributed a strong 87 runs to help New Zealand chase the target comfortably. Mitchell stayed not out on 131 runs from 117 balls, hitting 11 fours and two sixes. The Indian bowlers struggled and were unable to make much impact, managing only three wickets in the match. With this victory, New Zealand leveled the three-match ODI series at 1-1. They will now look to keep the momentum going and win the series in the final match, which will be played in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18). New Zealand’s chase started slowly, with openers Devon Conway (16) and Henry Nicholls (10) getting out early. Mitchell and Young then steadied the innings for their team and rebuilt the chase. In the end, Glenn Phillips scored an unbeaten 32 to help New Zealand win the match. Earlier, after winning the toss, New Zealand chose to bowl first. India began well with openers Rohit Sharma and captain Shubman Gill putting together a solid start. Rohit scored 24 before getting out, while Gill continued and made a steady 56. Virat Kohli then came in but could not build a big innings and was dismissed for 23 by Kristian Clarke. Shreyas Iyer also struggled and was out for just eight runs. Also Read - Pune Grand Tour 2026: For Surya Ramesh Thathu, India’s biggest stage race is more than just a race After Iyer’s wicket, KL Rahul took charge of the innings. He played a superb knock, scoring an unbeaten 112 off 92 balls, including 11 fours and one huge six. Rahul also shared a useful 73-run stand with Ravindra Jadeja, who scored 27 before getting out. Rahul then carried on with support from Nitish Kumar Reddy, who added 20 runs. Thanks to Rahul’s effort, India finished with a strong total of 284 for 7. Also Read - 'I didn’t realise how...': Shreyas Iyer on the injury that changed his career For New Zealand, Kristian Clarke was the most successful bowler, picking up three important wickets for 56 runs in eight overs. Captain Michael Bracewell (1/34), Jayden Lennox (1/42), Zakary Foulkes (1/67) and Kyle Jamieson (1/70) took one wicket each. Glenn Phillips was the only bowler who failed to take a wicket and gave away 13 runs in his three overs.

With this victory, New Zealand leveled the three-match ODI series at 1-1. They will now look to keep the momentum going and win the series in the final match, which will be played in Indore on Sunday (Jan 18).

IND vs NZ, 2nd ODI: Mitchell 131 outscore KL Rahul ton in Rajkot win

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A look at the top five wicketkeepers with the most ODI dismissals in 2025, where KL Rahul finished third, as players like Mohammad Rizwan led the charts with catches and stumpings.


A look at the top five wicketkeepers with the most ODI dismissals in 2025, where KL Rahul finished third, as players like Mohammad Rizwan led the charts with catches and stumpings.

5 wicketkeepers with most ODI dismissals in 2025: KL Rahul third, check the leaderboard

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most runs in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Abhishek Sharma

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most runs in 2025, check who tops the list

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, here's a look at the top five Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025. This list also includes Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant

Meet top 5 Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025, check who tops the list

From Virat Kohli to Rohit Sharma, 5 Indian batters with most fifties in IPL

From Yashasvi Jaiswal to Abhishek Sharma, 5 Indian batters with fastest IPL fifties

From KL Rahul to Virat Kohli here is a look at five batters fastest to 5000 IPL runs. The illustrious list also features iconic names like David Warner, AB de Villiers and Shikhar Dhawan. 

From KL Rahul to Virat Kohli here is a look at five batters fastest to 5000 IPL runs. The illustrious list also features iconic names like David Warner, AB de Villiers and Shikhar Dhawan.&nbsp;

From KL Rahul to Virat Kohli, 5 batters fastest to 5000 IPL runs

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most Test runs in 2025. This list also includes KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Yashasvi Jaiswal

From Shubman Gill to Joe Root, here's a look at the top five batters with most Test runs in 2025. This list also includes KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja and Yashasvi Jaiswal

Meet top 5 batters with most Test runs in 2025, check who tops the list

From Abhishek Sharma to Shubman Gill, 5 Indian batters with highest individual IPL score

India wrapped up the ODI series against South Africa with a commanding nine-wicket win in the final match in Visakhapatnam on Saturday (Dec 6), sealing the ODI series 2-1. The decider turned one-sided quickly as India finally got the conditions they wanted and used them well.&nbsp;Right after the game, KL Rahul spoke at the post-match conference, “I don’t think the team has looked at me more proudly after the toss. We got tough conditions in the first two games, so I was glad the bowlers finally got a break on a dry outfield. The surface was good, and we picked wickets in bunches.”&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-becomes-fourth-indian-to-reach-20-000-international-runs-1765029385381">Rohit Sharma becomes fourth Indian to reach 20,000 international runs</a>&nbsp;Rahul had lost the toss in both earlier ODIs, forcing India to bowl second under heavy dew. The wet ball made it difficult for the bowlers to grip and control their lengths, which is why both matches produced totals close to 350. India won the opening game in Ranchi but slipped in Raipur. This time, with a dry ball and a steady pitch, the bowlers finally had control.&nbsp;South Africa posted 270, and most of that came from one man: Quinton de Kock. His 100 off 80 balls kept the visitors going while the rest of the batting struggled to adjust. A big reason for that pressure was India’s spin and pace in the middle overs. Kuldeep Yadav finished with 4 for 41, and Prasidh Krishna picked 4 for 66, a strong comeback after being hit around in the earlier games.&nbsp;Rahul praised Prasidh’s impact. He said teams that attack early can push you into chasing huge scores or force mistakes. But once Prasidh took a couple of wickets, and Kuldeep followed, India took full control. He also stressed how crucial de Kock’s wicket was, calling it the moment that opened the game.&nbsp;Rahul added that the most satisfying part was how India handled pressure across the series. Even when South Africa pushed hard, the group stayed calm and stuck to their plans.&nbsp;India now shifts to the T20I series, where Suryakumar Yadav will lead. Their next ODI challenge comes in January 2026 when New Zealand tours India.

Rahul had lost the toss in both earlier ODIs, forcing India to bowl second under heavy dew. The wet ball made it difficult for the bowlers to grip and control their lengths, which is why both matches produced totals close to 350.

India wrapped up the ODI series against South Africa with a commanding nine-wicket win in the final match in Visakhapatnam on Saturday (Dec 6), sealing the ODI series 2-1. The decider turned one-sided quickly as India finally got the conditions they wanted and used them well. Right after the game, KL Rahul spoke at the post-match conference, “I don’t think the team has looked at me more proudly after the toss. We got tough conditions in the first two games, so I was glad the bowlers finally got a break on a dry outfield. The surface was good, and we picked wickets in bunches.” Also read | Rohit Sharma becomes fourth Indian to reach 20,000 international runs Rahul had lost the toss in both earlier ODIs, forcing India to bowl second under heavy dew. The wet ball made it difficult for the bowlers to grip and control their lengths, which is why both matches produced totals close to 350. India won the opening game in Ranchi but slipped in Raipur. This time, with a dry ball and a steady pitch, the bowlers finally had control. South Africa posted 270, and most of that came from one man: Quinton de Kock. His 100 off 80 balls kept the visitors going while the rest of the batting struggled to adjust. A big reason for that pressure was India’s spin and pace in the middle overs. Kuldeep Yadav finished with 4 for 41, and Prasidh Krishna picked 4 for 66, a strong comeback after being hit around in the earlier games. Rahul praised Prasidh’s impact. He said teams that attack early can push you into chasing huge scores or force mistakes. But once Prasidh took a couple of wickets, and Kuldeep followed, India took full control. He also stressed how crucial de Kock’s wicket was, calling it the moment that opened the game. Rahul added that the most satisfying part was how India handled pressure across the series. Even when South Africa pushed hard, the group stayed calm and stuck to their plans. India now shifts to the T20I series, where Suryakumar Yadav will lead. Their next ODI challenge comes in January 2026 when New Zealand tours India.

Rahul had lost the toss in both earlier ODIs, forcing India to bowl second under heavy dew. The wet ball made it difficult for the bowlers to grip and control their lengths, which is why both matches produced totals close to 350.

KL Rahul jokes about toss luck as India seal ODI series 2-1 in Visakhapatnam

India had gone so long without winning a toss that it had almost become a running joke. So when KL Rahul called it right in Visakhapatnam ahead of the third ODI vs South Africa, his reaction said everything. A quick fist pump, a wide smile, and a sense of relief. The moment instantly went viral. India chose to bowl first, and this toss mattered because the team had lost 20 tosses in a row across formats.&nbsp;&nbsp;That streak started when Rohit Sharma lost the toss to Pat Cummins in the 2023 World Cup final. Since then, nothing had gone India’s way at the coin flip, until today. Rahul didn’t hide how much the moment meant. He explained that the team had trained under lights on Friday and expected a bit of dew, but not as early as Ranchi or Raipur.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wbbl-match-abandoned-after-ball-gets-stuck-in-pitch-at-karen-rolton-oval-1764955254116">WBBL match abandoned after ball gets stuck in pitch at Karen Rolton Oval</a>

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“We were obviously planning to bowl second, keeping our track record in mind,” he said with a smile. “Still, we wanted to change things up and see how we bowl first. It looks like a good wicket.” With the series level at 1-1, Rahul also backed the group’s overall effort in the first two games. He pointed out that even though India conceded 360 in Raipur, the conditions and match-ups made the chase tougher than it looked from the outside. “For me and the leadership group, we’re really happy with how we played,” Rahul said. “There are a lot of positives. The chat has been to stay consistent with what we’re doing. We know the results will follow.” India made one change for the decider, bringing in Tilak Varma for Washington Sundar. As the match moved ahead, Rahul’s toss win gave India a small but much-needed psychological boost. After 20 straight losses at the coin, the captain’s simple fist pump captured exactly how every Indian fan felt, finally.

With the series level at 1-1, Rahul also backed the group’s overall effort in the first two games. He pointed out that even though India conceded 360 in Raipur, the conditions and match-ups made the chase tougher than it looked from the outside.

India had gone so long without winning a toss that it had almost become a running joke. So when KL Rahul called it right in Visakhapatnam ahead of the third ODI vs South Africa, his reaction said everything. A quick fist pump, a wide smile, and a sense of relief. The moment instantly went viral. India chose to bowl first, and this toss mattered because the team had lost 20 tosses in a row across formats. That streak started when Rohit Sharma lost the toss to Pat Cummins in the 2023 World Cup final. Since then, nothing had gone India’s way at the coin flip, until today. Rahul didn’t hide how much the moment meant. He explained that the team had trained under lights on Friday and expected a bit of dew, but not as early as Ranchi or Raipur. Also read | WBBL match abandoned after ball gets stuck in pitch at Karen Rolton Oval

With the series level at 1-1, Rahul also backed the group’s overall effort in the first two games. He pointed out that even though India conceded 360 in Raipur, the conditions and match-ups made the chase tougher than it looked from the outside.

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From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul here is a look at five Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025. The list also features the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant. 

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul here is a look at five Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025. The list also features the likes of Ravindra Jadeja, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Rishabh Pant.&nbsp;

From Shubman Gill to KL Rahul, 5 Indian batters with most Test runs in 2025

India’s stand-in captain KL Rahul has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to flourish as the duo return to the ODI set-up on Sunday (Nov 30). Having announced retirement from the T20I and Test format, Rohit and Virat will be part of the ODI set-up as they face South Africa. Ahead of the ODI series, stand-in captain Rahul has underlined the importance of Rohit and Virat, insisting they will play a huge role for the Men in Blue.<h2>Rahul underlines importance of Ro-Ko</h2>"Their importance at any time is huge," Rahul told a news conference in Ranchi on Saturday.&nbsp;"To have senior players in the team makes the dressing room feel a lot more confident and their presence (and) experience helps a lot of players in the dressing room. I am really happy they are here," he said.&nbsp;Both Virat and Rohit are expected to keep their usual places in the side, meaning the former will open alongside either Yashasvi Jaiswal or Ruturaj Gaikwad. The Indian team management will take a call on the opener’s position in the coming hours, while Virat is expected to play at number three. Rishabh Pant is likely to play at number four with KL Rahul coming down at number five.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Interestingly, Pant could play in the opening ODI as a specialist batter as India struggles with first-team absentees. The Indian team is already without Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer as both captain and vice-captain are missing from the squad.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;The Indian Playing XI could also feature Ravindra Jadeja, who has returned back into the fold for ODIs, having been dropped for the series against Australia last month.&nbsp;The first ODI will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, as the match will start at 1:30 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 1:00 pm IST.

Having announced retirement from the T20I and Test format, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be part of the ODI set-up as they face South Africa. 

India’s stand-in captain KL Rahul has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to flourish as the duo return to the ODI set-up on Sunday (Nov 30). Having announced retirement from the T20I and Test format, Rohit and Virat will be part of the ODI set-up as they face South Africa. Ahead of the ODI series, stand-in captain Rahul has underlined the importance of Rohit and Virat, insisting they will play a huge role for the Men in Blue. Rahul underlines importance of Ro-Ko "Their importance at any time is huge," Rahul told a news conference in Ranchi on Saturday. "To have senior players in the team makes the dressing room feel a lot more confident and their presence (and) experience helps a lot of players in the dressing room. I am really happy they are here," he said. Both Virat and Rohit are expected to keep their usual places in the side, meaning the former will open alongside either Yashasvi Jaiswal or Ruturaj Gaikwad. The Indian team management will take a call on the opener’s position in the coming hours, while Virat is expected to play at number three. Rishabh Pant is likely to play at number four with KL Rahul coming down at number five. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Interestingly, Pant could play in the opening ODI as a specialist batter as India struggles with first-team absentees. The Indian team is already without Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer as both captain and vice-captain are missing from the squad. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes The Indian Playing XI could also feature Ravindra Jadeja, who has returned back into the fold for ODIs, having been dropped for the series against Australia last month. The first ODI will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, as the match will start at 1:30 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 1:00 pm IST.

Having announced retirement from the T20I and Test format, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be part of the ODI set-up as they face South Africa.&nbsp;

IND vs SA, 1st ODI: KL Rahul backs Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma to make difference, says 'their importance is...'

India’s stand-in skipper KL Rahul is all set to take charge of the side as the Men in Blue take on South Africa in the first of three ODI matches on Sunday (Nov 30). Having lost to South Africa 0-2 in the Test series, India will be eager for a reaction as the side will feature the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. However, Rahul, who will lead the side in Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer’s absence, has hinted at the possible inclusion of Rishabh Pant as a specialist batter.<h2>Pant to play as specialist batter?</h2>“Rishabh obviously missed out due to injury, and again, he is someone who has been with the team for a long time. Everyone has seen what he brings and what he can do for the team. Like I answered them earlier, the players who are already in the team and have been performing - sometimes you just have to wait for your opportunity,” Rahul said in the pre-match press conference.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a>&nbsp;“You’ll get to know tomorrow who will play - whether it’s me or him behind the stumps - but obviously, he is good enough to play as a batter as well. But if he is in the eleven, then obviously he will take the gloves, and I will be in the field,” Rahul added.&nbsp;Interestingly, if Pant plays, it will be his first ODI for more than a year, having last featured for the Indian side in August 2024. India lost the series 2-0 against Sri Lanka, which also marked the debut of Gautam Gambhir as coach.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a>&nbsp;Moreover, India will have the likes of Virat and Rohit playing with Yashasvi Jaiswal likely to open in Gill’s absence. The middle-order will also feature the likes of Rahul, with the possible inclusion of Tilak Varma in the Playing XI.&nbsp;The first ODI will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, as the match will start at 1:30 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 1:00 pm IST.

The first ODI between India and South Africa will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, as the match will start at 1:30 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 1:00 pm IST.

India’s stand-in skipper KL Rahul is all set to take charge of the side as the Men in Blue take on South Africa in the first of three ODI matches on Sunday (Nov 30). Having lost to South Africa 0-2 in the Test series, India will be eager for a reaction as the side will feature the likes of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. However, Rahul, who will lead the side in Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer’s absence, has hinted at the possible inclusion of Rishabh Pant as a specialist batter. Pant to play as specialist batter? “Rishabh obviously missed out due to injury, and again, he is someone who has been with the team for a long time. Everyone has seen what he brings and what he can do for the team. Like I answered them earlier, the players who are already in the team and have been performing - sometimes you just have to wait for your opportunity,” Rahul said in the pre-match press conference. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes “You’ll get to know tomorrow who will play - whether it’s me or him behind the stumps - but obviously, he is good enough to play as a batter as well. But if he is in the eleven, then obviously he will take the gloves, and I will be in the field,” Rahul added. Interestingly, if Pant plays, it will be his first ODI for more than a year, having last featured for the Indian side in August 2024. India lost the series 2-0 against Sri Lanka, which also marked the debut of Gautam Gambhir as coach. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Moreover, India will have the likes of Virat and Rohit playing with Yashasvi Jaiswal likely to open in Gill’s absence. The middle-order will also feature the likes of Rahul, with the possible inclusion of Tilak Varma in the Playing XI. The first ODI will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, as the match will start at 1:30 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 1:00 pm IST.

The first ODI between India and South Africa will be played at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, as the match will start at 1:30 pm IST, while the toss will take place at 1:00 pm IST.

IND vs SA, 1st ODI: KL Rahul hints at Rishabh Pant inclusion as specialist batter for Ranchi opener

India are staring at second clean sweep in a home Test series in little more than an year after being left with eight wickets for the final day of the second Test against South Africa in chase of 549. After South Africa declared their innings at 260/5, they took out both Indian openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as India finished day 4 (Nov 25) at 27/2, needing another 522 runs to win the match and level the series. Sai Sudharsan (2) was at the crease alongwith nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav (4).<h2>India looking at another series clean sweep</h2>With nearly an hour left to play before the stumps, India openers Rahul and Jaiswal started cautiously before Marco Jansen, who took 6/48 in the first innings, sent back Jaiswal. Protea off-spinner Simon Harmer then produced a special delivery to clean bowled Rahul as India lost both the openers in space of four runs and 19 balls. Kuldeep, who played 134 balls for his 19 runs in the first innings, was promoted up the order in order to protect the batters for final day. The spinner did not disappoint and played 22 plays for his unbeaten four runs at the close of play along with Sudharsan who had also played 25 balls so far. India would have to put up a clinical performance on day 5 even for a draw let alone a win in the Test.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-sa-ashwin-left-dejected-by-india-s-body-language-in-guwahati-test-1764063560721">IND vs SA: Ashwin left dejected by India's 'body language' in Guwahati Test</a><h2>South Africa batters flatten India again</h2>South Africa batters again showed temperament and technique required to bat in Indian pitches unlike the Indian counterparts in the ongoing series. India had to wait for 59 runs before the Ravindra Jadeja took the first wicket. South Africa did lose two more wickets quickly after that and ended the first session at 107/3 with lead nearing 400. A 101-run partnership for the fourth wicket between Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi (49) followed by 82-run stand between Stubbs (94) and Wiaan Mulder (35 not out) took South Africa to 260/5 in their second innings before declaration.

<h2>South Africa batters flatten India again</h2>South Africa batters again showed temperament and technique required to bat in Indian pitches unlike the Indian counterparts in the ongoing series. India had to wait for 59 runs before the Ravindra Jadeja took the first wicket. South Africa did lose two more wickets quickly after that and ended the first session at 107/3 with lead nearing 400. A 101-run partnership for the fourth wicket between Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi (49) followed by 82-run stand between Stubbs (94) and Wiaan Mulder (35 not out) took South Africa to 260/5 in their second innings before declaration.

After South Africa declared their innings at 260/5, they took out both Indian openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as India finished day 4 (Nov 25) at 27/2, needing another 522 runs to win the match and level the series.

India are staring at second clean sweep in a home Test series in little more than an year after being left with eight wickets for the final day of the second Test against South Africa in chase of 549. After South Africa declared their innings at 260/5, they took out both Indian openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as India finished day 4 (Nov 25) at 27/2, needing another 522 runs to win the match and level the series. Sai Sudharsan (2) was at the crease alongwith nightwatchman Kuldeep Yadav (4). India looking at another series clean sweep With nearly an hour left to play before the stumps, India openers Rahul and Jaiswal started cautiously before Marco Jansen, who took 6/48 in the first innings, sent back Jaiswal. Protea off-spinner Simon Harmer then produced a special delivery to clean bowled Rahul as India lost both the openers in space of four runs and 19 balls. Kuldeep, who played 134 balls for his 19 runs in the first innings, was promoted up the order in order to protect the batters for final day. The spinner did not disappoint and played 22 plays for his unbeaten four runs at the close of play along with Sudharsan who had also played 25 balls so far. India would have to put up a clinical performance on day 5 even for a draw let alone a win in the Test. Also Read - IND vs SA: Ashwin left dejected by India's 'body language' in Guwahati Test South Africa batters flatten India again South Africa batters again showed temperament and technique required to bat in Indian pitches unlike the Indian counterparts in the ongoing series. India had to wait for 59 runs before the Ravindra Jadeja took the first wicket. South Africa did lose two more wickets quickly after that and ended the first session at 107/3 with lead nearing 400. A 101-run partnership for the fourth wicket between Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi (49) followed by 82-run stand between Stubbs (94) and Wiaan Mulder (35 not out) took South Africa to 260/5 in their second innings before declaration.

After South Africa declared their innings at 260/5, they took out both Indian openers KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as India finished day 4 (Nov 25) at 27/2, needing another 522 runs to win the match and level the series.

IND vs SA, 2nd Test: India stare at series defeat after being set up 549-run target in Guwahati

India and South Africa are all set to lock horns in a three-match ODI series as they face one another after the Test series. The series will feature only three ODIs but will see the return of blockbuster names, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and others. The Indian team will be eager to get back on track after a poor Test, with KL Rahul set to lead in the absence of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. Ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details. &nbsp;&nbsp;When will the India vs South Africa ODI series begin?The India vs South Africa ODI series will begin on Sunday (Nov 30) with the ODI series followed by T20Is.&nbsp;When will the South Africa tour of India white-ball series commence?All ODI matches in the India vs South Africa will start with a standard kick-off of 1:30 PM IST while the toss will take place at 1:00 PM IST.&nbsp;&nbsp;Which TV channels will telecast India vs South Africa matches in India?Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights to matches played in India and will broadcast the South Africa series.&nbsp;How to watch the live streaming of India vs South Africa matches in India?JioHotstar app will livestream the India vs South Africa matches in India.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-leonard-hutton-to-don-bradman-5-batters-with-highest-individual-score-in-ashes-bob-simpson-bob-cowper-ashes-2025-26-1762276944046">From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</a><h2>Squads</h2>India: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, KL Rahul (C) (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh, Dhruv Jurel.&nbsp;South Africa: Temba Bavuma (captain), Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Rubin Hermann, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Ryan Rickelton, Prenelan Subrayen.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-steve-smith-to-joe-root-5-active-batters-with-most-runs-in-ashes-ben-stokes-jonny-bairstow-usman-khawaja-1762275784636">From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</a><h2>Schedule for India vs South Africa ODI Series</h2>1st ODI – Sunday, November 30, Ranchi2nd ODI – Wednesday, December 3, Raipur3rd ODI – Saturday, December 6, Visakhapatnam

The Indian team will be eager to get back on track after a poor Test, with KL Rahul set to lead in the absence of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. Ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details.  

India and South Africa are all set to lock horns in a three-match ODI series as they face one another after the Test series. The series will feature only three ODIs but will see the return of blockbuster names, including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and others. The Indian team will be eager to get back on track after a poor Test, with KL Rahul set to lead in the absence of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. Ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details. When will the India vs South Africa ODI series begin? The India vs South Africa ODI series will begin on Sunday (Nov 30) with the ODI series followed by T20Is. When will the South Africa tour of India white-ball series commence? All ODI matches in the India vs South Africa will start with a standard kick-off of 1:30 PM IST while the toss will take place at 1:00 PM IST. Which TV channels will telecast India vs South Africa matches in India? Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights to matches played in India and will broadcast the South Africa series. How to watch the live streaming of India vs South Africa matches in India? JioHotstar app will livestream the India vs South Africa matches in India. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes Squads India: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, KL Rahul (C) (wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh, Dhruv Jurel. South Africa: Temba Bavuma (captain), Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Rubin Hermann, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Ryan Rickelton, Prenelan Subrayen. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes Schedule for India vs South Africa ODI Series 1st ODI – Sunday, November 30, Ranchi 2nd ODI – Wednesday, December 3, Raipur 3rd ODI – Saturday, December 6, Visakhapatnam

The Indian team will be eager to get back on track after a poor Test, with KL Rahul set to lead in the absence of Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. Ahead of the key series, here is all you need to know, including match timings, squads, live streaming and other important details. &nbsp;

IND vs SA, ODI series: Here's all you need to know, including live streaming, schedule, squads and key details

As India and South Africa gear up for a three-match ODI series, here’s a quick look at the most nail-biting finishes between the two sides.

As India and South Africa gear up for a three-match ODI series, here’s a quick look at the most nail-biting finishes between the two sides.

5 nail-biting ODI clashes between India and South Africa you can’t forget

As India announced their squad for the ODI series against South Africa, lets have a look at the top five players who can be the game changer for India in the upcoming series. This list includes the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh and KL Rahul

As India announced their squad for the ODI series against South Africa, lets have a look at the top five players who can be the game changer for India in the upcoming series. This list includes the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Arshdeep Singh and KL Rahul

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