<p>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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>When will the India vs South Africa ODI series begin?</strong></p><p>The India vs South Africa ODI series will begin on Sunday (Nov 30) with the ODI series followed by T20Is.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>When will the South Africa tour of India white-ball series commence?</strong></p><p>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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Which TV channels will telecast India vs South Africa matches in India?</strong></p><p>Star Sports Network has the broadcasting rights to matches played in India and will broadcast the South Africa series.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>How to watch the live streaming of India vs South Africa matches in India?</strong></p><p>JioHotstar app will livestream the India vs South Africa matches in India.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Squads</strong></h2><p><strong>India:</strong> 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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>South Africa:</strong> 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;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Schedule for India vs South Africa ODI Series</strong></h2><p>1st ODI – Sunday, November 30, Ranchi</p><p>2nd ODI – Wednesday, December 3, Raipur</p><p>3rd ODI – Saturday, December 6, Visakhapatnam</p>

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

<p>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;</p>

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

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rohit Sharma, here are the top five highest individual scorers in India vs South Africa ODIs. Surprisingly, every spot on the list is taken by an Indian batter, with no Proteas player making the cut.

5 highest individual run-scorers between IND vs SA in ODIs: Kohli features twice, check others

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

IND vs SA, ODI series: 5 Indian players to watch out for ft Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma

<p>November 19, 2023 - India ODI team under Rohit Sharma and a billions fans suffered a massive heartbreak as they lost to Australia in ODI World Cup final that too at home. Before the loss, India had reached the ODI World Cup twice - in 2011 which they had won under MS Dhoni and 2003 which they had lost in South Africa, also against Australia. The 2023 final was the perfect opportunity for India to avenge the loss of 2003 loss but instead they got another one to nurse. Two years since Rohit Sharma got visibly emotional in Ahmedabad, India are now the undisputed white-ball giants.</p><h2>T20 World Cup 2024</h2><p>After the 2023 ODI World Cup, focus turned onto the T20 World Cup 2024 n South Africa. India were placed in Group A along with Pakistan, the USA, Canada and Ireland. The went through the group stage unbeaten with three wins and match against Canada being abandoned. Come Super Eight, India faced Afghanistan, Australia and Bangladesh.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/icc-odi-batting-rankings-daryl-mitchell-becomes-only-second-new-zealand-batter-ever-to-take-top-spot-1763548588207">ICC ODI Batting Rankings: Mitchell only second NZ batter ever to take top spot</a></p><p>In the match against Aussies, Rohit unleashed himself, scoring 92 off 41 balls, as if to pay them back for the 2023 ODI WC Final. India reached the semis unbeaten and then went on to beat England in penultimate match and South Africa in the final to life their second T20 World Cup trophy and first since 2007.</p><h2>Champions Trophy 2025</h2><p>India's next assignment was Champions Trophy 2025 - which was being played after a gap of eight years with India losing to Pakistan in the final of the last edition in 2017. India were with New Zealand, Pakistan, and Bangladesh in Group A and won all their matches to march unbeaten in the semis.</p><p>In the semi-final, India faced Australia again and this time Virat Kohli took the chase of 265 upon himself as India won the match by four wickets to enter the final where they beat New Zealand to win the title.</p><p>In addition to the two ICC trophies - one each in both T20Is and ODIs, India also won the regional Asia Cup (T20) recently to assert their dominance. Since 2023 ODI World Cup final loss, India have played 17 ODIs - with a 11-5 win-loss record and two of those losses came against Australia in bilateral series last month. In T20Is, India has played 59 matches and won 39 of them - the most by any team with just six losses.</p><p>The 2023 ODI World Cup clearly served as point from which India stopped taking prisoners and are now the undisputed white-ball giants of world cricket.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Since 2023 ODI World Cup final loss, India have played 17 ODIs - with a 11-5 win-loss record. In T20Is, India has played 59 matches and won 39 of them - the most by any team with just six losses including winning T20 World Cup 2024, Champions Trophy 2025 and Asia Cup 2025 (T20).

November 19, 2023 - India ODI team under Rohit Sharma and a billions fans suffered a massive heartbreak as they lost to Australia in ODI World Cup final that too at home. Before the loss, India had reached the ODI World Cup twice - in 2011 which they had won under MS Dhoni and 2003 which they had lost in South Africa, also against Australia. The 2023 final was the perfect opportunity for India to avenge the loss of 2003 loss but instead they got another one to nurse. Two years since Rohit Sharma got visibly emotional in Ahmedabad, India are now the undisputed white-ball giants. T20 World Cup 2024 After the 2023 ODI World Cup, focus turned onto the T20 World Cup 2024 n South Africa. India were placed in Group A along with Pakistan, the USA, Canada and Ireland. The went through the group stage unbeaten with three wins and match against Canada being abandoned. Come Super Eight, India faced Afghanistan, Australia and Bangladesh. Also Read - ICC ODI Batting Rankings: Mitchell only second NZ batter ever to take top spot In the match against Aussies, Rohit unleashed himself, scoring 92 off 41 balls, as if to pay them back for the 2023 ODI WC Final. India reached the semis unbeaten and then went on to beat England in penultimate match and South Africa in the final to life their second T20 World Cup trophy and first since 2007. Champions Trophy 2025 India's next assignment was Champions Trophy 2025 - which was being played after a gap of eight years with India losing to Pakistan in the final of the last edition in 2017. India were with New Zealand, Pakistan, and Bangladesh in Group A and won all their matches to march unbeaten in the semis. In the semi-final, India faced Australia again and this time Virat Kohli took the chase of 265 upon himself as India won the match by four wickets to enter the final where they beat New Zealand to win the title. In addition to the two ICC trophies - one each in both T20Is and ODIs, India also won the regional Asia Cup (T20) recently to assert their dominance. Since 2023 ODI World Cup final loss, India have played 17 ODIs - with a 11-5 win-loss record and two of those losses came against Australia in bilateral series last month. In T20Is, India has played 59 matches and won 39 of them - the most by any team with just six losses. The 2023 ODI World Cup clearly served as point from which India stopped taking prisoners and are now the undisputed white-ball giants of world cricket.

<p>Since 2023 ODI World Cup final loss, India have played 17 ODIs - with a 11-5 win-loss record. In T20Is, India has played 59 matches and won 39 of them - the most by any team with just six losses including winning T20 World Cup 2024, Champions Trophy 2025 and Asia Cup 2025 (T20).</p>

Yearender 2025: Two years since Nov 19, 2023 ODI WC Final loss, India are now undisputed white-ball giants

From Virat Kohli to Sachin Tendulkar, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 9000 runs in ODIs. This list also includes AB de Villiers, Rohit Sharma and Sourav Ganguly

Meet top 5 batters fastest to 9000 runs in ODIs

As India and South Africa are set to lock horns in a two-match Test series starting on Friday (Nov 14), let's glance at the five players with the most runs in the Gandhi-Mandela (Freedom) trophy.

5 players with most runs in Ind vs Sa Gandhi-Mandela Trophy: Rohit, Virat in the list

From Virat Kohli to Quinton de Kock, here's a look at the top five batters fastest to 7000 runs in ODIs. This list also includes Hashim Amla, Kane Williamson and AB de Villiers

From Virat Kohli to Quinton de Kock, 5 batters fastest to 7000 runs in ODIs

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rahul Dravid here is a look at five Indian batters with most runs vs South Africa in Tests. The list also features prominent names like Virat Kohli, Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman as the latest series between India and South Africa is set to roll in. 

From Sachin Tendulkar to Rahul Dravid, 5 Indian batters with most runs vs South Africa in Tests

From Virender Sehwag to Virat Kohli here is a look at five batters with highest individual score in India vs South Africa Tests. The list of batters consists of Hashim Amla, AB de Villiers and Mayank Agarwal as the latest series between India and South Africa is set for kickoff on November 21. 

From Virender Sehwag to Virat Kohli, 5 batters with highest individual score in India vs South Africa Tests

T20 World Champions India have built a strong, well-balanced squad where every player is a potential match-winner. Let’s take a look at the five players with the most Player of the Match awards for India.


5 players with most POTM awards for India in T20Is: Kohli leads, check the others

<p>Former Australian skipper Steve Waugh couldn’t hold back his admiration for Indian batting icon Virat Kohli, calling him ‘the greatest one-day player of all time’ and a ‘once-in-a-generation cricketer’. Kohli, who celebrated his 37th birthday on Wednesday (November 5), made his international debut in 2008 as a spirited youngster from streets of West Delhi. Over the years, he has climbed to legendary status, transforming the standards of ODI cricket with his unmatched consistency and hunger for runs.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A World Cup and two ICC Champions Trophy titles already adorn his illustrious career. With 14,255 runs in 305 ODIs, Kohli stands as the second-highest run-scorer in the format and holds the record for the most centuries (51). He is also the quickest batter to reach every milestone from 8,000 to 14,000 ODI runs. “Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are both all-time greats. Virat is probably the best one-day player the game has ever seen. Fans everywhere want to watch them, though it’s impossible for them to feature in every match,” Waugh was quoted as saying on Thursday (November 6).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fide-world-cup-2025-vidit-gujrathi-ends-12-year-old-faustino-oro-s-dream-run-pranav-pranesh-and-praggnanandhaa-also-advance-1762439409164"><strong>FIDE World Cup 2025: Vidit ends 12-year-old Faustino Oro’s dream run; Pranav, Pranesh and Praggnanandhaa also advance</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In his latest ODI appearance against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground last month, Kohli produced a vintage knock — a steady 74 (not out) off 81 balls — as India cruised to a nine-wicket win, chasing 237. His partner Rohit Sharma starred with an unbeaten 121 off 125 balls. Following their T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados last year, both Kohli and Rohit stepped away from T20Is. Despite their absence in the current T20I series against Australia, Waugh praised India’s dynamic new lineup. “It’s great that they’re still representing India, but the next generation is exciting too. Players like Kohli come along once in a lifetime — if you get the chance to see him play, you should,” Waugh signed off.</p>

'Virat Kohli is...': 1999 World Cup winning Australia captain's BIG STATEMENT about Indian star batter

Former Australian skipper Steve Waugh couldn’t hold back his admiration for Indian batting icon Virat Kohli, calling him ‘the greatest one-day player of all time’ and a ‘once-in-a-generation cricketer’. Kohli, who celebrated his 37th birthday on Wednesday (November 5), made his international debut in 2008 as a spirited youngster from streets of West Delhi. Over the years, he has climbed to legendary status, transforming the standards of ODI cricket with his unmatched consistency and hunger for runs. A World Cup and two ICC Champions Trophy titles already adorn his illustrious career. With 14,255 runs in 305 ODIs, Kohli stands as the second-highest run-scorer in the format and holds the record for the most centuries (51). He is also the quickest batter to reach every milestone from 8,000 to 14,000 ODI runs. “Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are both all-time greats. Virat is probably the best one-day player the game has ever seen. Fans everywhere want to watch them, though it’s impossible for them to feature in every match,” Waugh was quoted as saying on Thursday (November 6). Also Read: FIDE World Cup 2025: Vidit ends 12-year-old Faustino Oro’s dream run; Pranav, Pranesh and Praggnanandhaa also advance In his latest ODI appearance against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground last month, Kohli produced a vintage knock — a steady 74 (not out) off 81 balls — as India cruised to a nine-wicket win, chasing 237. His partner Rohit Sharma starred with an unbeaten 121 off 125 balls. Following their T20 World Cup triumph in Barbados last year, both Kohli and Rohit stepped away from T20Is. Despite their absence in the current T20I series against Australia, Waugh praised India’s dynamic new lineup. “It’s great that they’re still representing India, but the next generation is exciting too. Players like Kohli come along once in a lifetime — if you get the chance to see him play, you should,” Waugh signed off.

<p>The former Australia captain has lauded Virat Kohli as the greatest ODI player ever, calling him a once-in-a-generation cricketer who has redefined one-day batting excellence</p>

From Glenn Maxwell to Virat Kohli, here's a look at the top five batters with most sixes in India vs Australia T20Is. This list also includes Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav and Shane Watson

Meet top 5 batters with most sixes in India vs Australia T20Is, check who tops the list

<p>Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) owners have taken the first step towards selling the venture. RCB is owned by Diageo through an investment in Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited (RCSPL) which owns both men's and women's franchise. RCSPL is a fully owned subsidiary of United United Spirits Ltd. (USL) which is owned by Diageo - a global alocobev (alcohol and beverages) brand. Diageo, in a filing with Security and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), revealed that it is conducting a strategic review of its statement in RCSPL.</p><h2>What did SEBI filing say?</h2><p>"RCSPL has been a valuable and strategic asset for USL; however, it is non-core to our alcobev (alcohol and beverages) business," Praveen Someshwar, Managing Director &amp; CEO of United Spirits, said in the SEBI filing. "This step reinforces USL and Diageo's commitment to reviewing our India portfolio to ensure sustained long-term value for stakeholders, while keeping RCSPL's best interests in mind."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/meet-jake-weatherald-australia-give-31-year-old-maiden-test-call-up-like-michael-hussey-in-2005-1762346478628">Jake Weatherald - AUS give 31-year-old maiden Test call up like Hussey in 2005</a></p><p>The move comes following RCB's maiden IPL win in 2025 since the inception of league in 2008 when it was bought by Vijay Mallya for a staggering $111.6 million in 2007. The title win, however, was overshadowed by a tragic stampede during the trophy celebration in franchise's home of city of Bengaluru. The incident saw more than 20 people dying.</p><h2>How will the sale impact players and the upcoming IPL, WPL season?</h2><p>The strategic review by the company is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026. By then, the WPL season would be over and the IPL season would have started - as per the current schedule available. The sale, if RCB owners go through with it, is not expected to impact the players or the seasons at least in 2026. Once sold, the IPL committee will invite bids of the new owners and the whole process could stretch to 2027.</p>

The move comes following RCB's maiden IPL win in 2025 since the inception of league in 2008 when it was bought by Vijay Mallya for a staggering $111.6 million in 2007. The title win, however, was overshadowed by a tragic stampede during the trophy celebration in Bengaluru.

Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) owners have taken the first step towards selling the venture. RCB is owned by Diageo through an investment in Royal Challengers Sports Private Limited (RCSPL) which owns both men's and women's franchise. RCSPL is a fully owned subsidiary of United United Spirits Ltd. (USL) which is owned by Diageo - a global alocobev (alcohol and beverages) brand. Diageo, in a filing with Security and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), revealed that it is conducting a strategic review of its statement in RCSPL. What did SEBI filing say? "RCSPL has been a valuable and strategic asset for USL; however, it is non-core to our alcobev (alcohol and beverages) business," Praveen Someshwar, Managing Director & CEO of United Spirits, said in the SEBI filing. "This step reinforces USL and Diageo's commitment to reviewing our India portfolio to ensure sustained long-term value for stakeholders, while keeping RCSPL's best interests in mind." Also Read - Jake Weatherald - AUS give 31-year-old maiden Test call up like Hussey in 2005 The move comes following RCB's maiden IPL win in 2025 since the inception of league in 2008 when it was bought by Vijay Mallya for a staggering $111.6 million in 2007. The title win, however, was overshadowed by a tragic stampede during the trophy celebration in franchise's home of city of Bengaluru. The incident saw more than 20 people dying. How will the sale impact players and the upcoming IPL, WPL season? The strategic review by the company is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026. By then, the WPL season would be over and the IPL season would have started - as per the current schedule available. The sale, if RCB owners go through with it, is not expected to impact the players or the seasons at least in 2026. Once sold, the IPL committee will invite bids of the new owners and the whole process could stretch to 2027.

<p>The move comes following RCB's maiden IPL win in 2025 since the inception of league in 2008 when it was bought by Vijay Mallya for a staggering $111.6 million in 2007. The title win, however, was overshadowed by a tragic stampede during the trophy celebration in Bengaluru.</p>

RCB being sold? Owners initiate 'strategic review' as per SEBI filing

As Virat Kohli turns 37, let’s look back at five of the former India captain’s greatest knocks that defined his career and cemented his legacy as one of the modern greats in international cricket.

From Melbourne to Mumbai: 5 best knocks of Virat Kohli in international cricket

<p>The Indian selectors for the men’s team are likely to rest Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming India A series against South Africa A in ODIs despite calls for inclusion. Both Virat and Rohit, who played in the ODI series against Australia last month, are likely to be available for the main series but will skip the India A series. The Indian side is set to face South Africa in a three-match ODI series starting Nov 30, which comes after the Test series concludes on Nov 26.</p><h2><strong>Virat, Rohit to miss India A series?</strong></h2><p>As things stand, neither Virat nor Rohit are in frame for inclusion in the series as they manage the workload. While Rohit is in Mumbai, Virat’s location is currently unknown, but is expected to be in England. According to a prominent cricket website, Cricbuzz, the duo will directly participate in the ODI series starting on Nov 30 in Ranchi.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While Rohit had an excellent series with the bat, having scored 204 runs, Virat’s form did raise question marks. He was dismissed for back-to-back ducks before scoring an unbeaten 74 against Australia in Sydney. The duo of Virat and Rohit scored an unbeaten 168 runs for the second wicket and helped the Men in Blue salvage pride. Shubman Gill’s side would lose the series 1-2, but had positives for both Rohit and Virat during the series.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><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"><strong>From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India have not played on home soil in the ODI format since the England series in February, meaning since the 2023 ODI World Cup final, both Virat and Rohit have barely played on Indian soil in the white-ball format.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India will walk into the series as favourites, knowing there is tons of experience within the team. Jasprit Bumrah could also return for the ODI series, having missed the Australia series in October while he was playing in the T20I format.</p>

Rohit Sharma had an excellent Australia series with the bat, having scored 204 runs, while Virat’s form did raise question marks. He was dismissed for back-to-back ducks before scoring an unbeaten 74 against Australia in Sydney. 

The Indian selectors for the men’s team are likely to rest Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for the upcoming India A series against South Africa A in ODIs despite calls for inclusion. Both Virat and Rohit, who played in the ODI series against Australia last month, are likely to be available for the main series but will skip the India A series. The Indian side is set to face South Africa in a three-match ODI series starting Nov 30, which comes after the Test series concludes on Nov 26. Virat, Rohit to miss India A series? As things stand, neither Virat nor Rohit are in frame for inclusion in the series as they manage the workload. While Rohit is in Mumbai, Virat’s location is currently unknown, but is expected to be in England. According to a prominent cricket website, Cricbuzz, the duo will directly participate in the ODI series starting on Nov 30 in Ranchi. ALSO READ | From Steve Smith to Joe Root, 5 active batters with most runs in Ashes While Rohit had an excellent series with the bat, having scored 204 runs, Virat’s form did raise question marks. He was dismissed for back-to-back ducks before scoring an unbeaten 74 against Australia in Sydney. The duo of Virat and Rohit scored an unbeaten 168 runs for the second wicket and helped the Men in Blue salvage pride. Shubman Gill’s side would lose the series 1-2, but had positives for both Rohit and Virat during the series. ALSO READ | From Leonard Hutton to Don Bradman, 5 batters with highest individual score in Ashes India have not played on home soil in the ODI format since the England series in February, meaning since the 2023 ODI World Cup final, both Virat and Rohit have barely played on Indian soil in the white-ball format. India will walk into the series as favourites, knowing there is tons of experience within the team. Jasprit Bumrah could also return for the ODI series, having missed the Australia series in October while he was playing in the T20I format.

<p>Rohit Sharma had an excellent Australia series with the bat, having scored 204 runs, while Virat’s form did raise question marks. He was dismissed for back-to-back ducks before scoring an unbeaten 74 against Australia in Sydney.&nbsp;</p>

IND vs SA: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma unlikely to participate in South Africa A series - Report

As Virat Kohli turns 37, let’s look back at five of the former India captain’s greatest Test knocks that defined his career and cemented his legacy as one of the modern greats of red-ball cricket.

Happy Birthday Kohli: A look at five epic knocks of Virat in Test cricket

From Virat Kohli to AB de Villiers, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs for India vs South Africa in ODIs. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Jacques Kallis and Gary Kirsten

From Virat Kohli to Gary Kirsten, 5 batters with most runs for India vs South Africa in ODIs

From Virat Kohli to AB de Villiers, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs for India vs South Africa in Tests. This list also includes Sachin Tendulkar, Jacques Kallis and Hashim Amla

From Virat Kohli to AB de Villiers, 5 batters with most runs for India vs South Africa in Tests

<p>It was a night full of memories, emotions and euphoria as India booked their place in the final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup with a sensational win over Australia at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The win was one for the ages as India chased down a 339-run target in 48.3 overs as Jemimah Rodrigues played an unbeaten knock of 127 runs. After the win, former India captain Virat Kohli took to his social media handle and congratulated the Indian team for the win.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">What a victory by our team over a mighty opponent like Australia. A great chase by the girls and a standout performance by Jemimah in a big game. A true display of resilience, belief, and passion. Well done, Team India! 🇮🇳</p>&mdash; Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/1984119719939780665?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 31, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2><strong>Virat Kohli congratulates Indian team</strong></h2><p>“What a victory by our team over a mighty opponent like Australia. A great chase by the girls and a standout performance by Jemimah in a big game. A true display of resilience, belief, and passion. Well done, Team India!” Virat wrote on his X handle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933"><strong>Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Virat was among the host of names involved in congratulating the Indian team for winning the semifinal clash. Like Virat’s Indian team in 2023, the Women’s team will also have the opportunity to play in the final, where they face South Africa.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, things did not go according to plan for the Indian team as they lost to Australia in the final at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874"><strong>From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What happened in the semifinal clash?</strong></h2><p>Rodrigues (unbeaten 127) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (89) put on 167 runs for the third wicket as India won with nine balls and five wickets to spare. Amanjot Kaur hit the winning boundary to trigger wild celebrations in the Indian camp with smiles and tears of joy in the dugout.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India will face South Africa in the final at the same venue on Sunday, with the 50-over marquee tournament to get a new champion.</p>

Jemimah Rodrigues (unbeaten 127) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (89) put on 167 runs for the third wicket as India won with nine balls and five wickets to spare.

It was a night full of memories, emotions and euphoria as India booked their place in the final of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup with a sensational win over Australia at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The win was one for the ages as India chased down a 339-run target in 48.3 overs as Jemimah Rodrigues played an unbeaten knock of 127 runs. After the win, former India captain Virat Kohli took to his social media handle and congratulated the Indian team for the win.

<p>Jemimah Rodrigues (unbeaten 127) and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur (89) put on 167 runs for the third wicket as India won with nine balls and five wickets to spare.</p>

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<p>India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made his return to competitive action on Thursday (Oct 30) as he participated in a warm-up contest against South Africa in Bengaluru. Pant, injured in the Manchester Test against England in July, had been out of action but returned to lead the India A side on Thursday. However, it was his jersey number that caught everyone’s eyes as he donned ‘No.18’, which was used by Virat Kohli in his playing days.</p><h2><strong>Pant dons Virat’s No.18</strong></h2><p>Playing at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence against South Africa A, Pant made the gesture as he overtook Virat’s No.18. It was until January of this year that the former India captain was wearing the iconic number. He announced his retirement from the Test format in May, bringing curtains on a highly successful career.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933"><strong>Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Since then, the jersey has been vacant, meaning no player donned the kit in the series against England. However, if the current trend is to be followed, Virat’s No.18 could soon be overtaken by Pant, who is likely to be passed fit for the Test series against South Africa, starting next month.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ALSO READ | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874"><strong>From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pant’s return will be a huge boost for the Indian side, having missed the West Indies series. Dhruv Jurel kept wickets for the national side in his absence and made healthy contributions. Pant’s inclusion will mean Jurel will drop to the bench and Narayan Jagadeesan will drop out altogether from the squad.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Having won against the West Indies, the Indian team will be eyeing another series win against South Africa. Currently, the Indian side sits third in the standings with a win percentage of 61.90. Pant’s return will be a huge boost as India look to add to their four wins in the WTC cycle, where Shubman Gill and Co. also have two defeats and a draw.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Playing at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence against South Africa A, Pant was seen wearing the iconic No.18 jersey, a number once donned by Virat Kohli. 

India’s star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made his return to competitive action on Thursday (Oct 30) as he participated in a warm-up contest against South Africa in Bengaluru. Pant, injured in the Manchester Test against England in July, had been out of action but returned to lead the India A side on Thursday. However, it was his jersey number that caught everyone’s eyes as he donned ‘No.18’, which was used by Virat Kohli in his playing days. Pant dons Virat’s No.18 Playing at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence against South Africa A, Pant made the gesture as he overtook Virat’s No.18. It was until January of this year that the former India captain was wearing the iconic number. He announced his retirement from the Test format in May, bringing curtains on a highly successful career. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Since then, the jersey has been vacant, meaning no player donned the kit in the series against England. However, if the current trend is to be followed, Virat’s No.18 could soon be overtaken by Pant, who is likely to be passed fit for the Test series against South Africa, starting next month. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Pant’s return will be a huge boost for the Indian side, having missed the West Indies series. Dhruv Jurel kept wickets for the national side in his absence and made healthy contributions. Pant’s inclusion will mean Jurel will drop to the bench and Narayan Jagadeesan will drop out altogether from the squad. Having won against the West Indies, the Indian team will be eyeing another series win against South Africa. Currently, the Indian side sits third in the standings with a win percentage of 61.90. Pant’s return will be a huge boost as India look to add to their four wins in the WTC cycle, where Shubman Gill and Co. also have two defeats and a draw.

<p>Playing at the Bengaluru Centre of Excellence against South Africa A, Pant was seen wearing the iconic No.18 jersey, a number once donned by Virat Kohli.</p>

Returning Rishabh Pant inherits Virat Kohli's 'No.18' in warm-up contest against South Africa A

<p>Former South Africa batter AB de Villiers has hit at critics over questioning India batter Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after the duo failed in the first of three ODIs against Australia. Rohit had managed only 8 runs while Kohli had bagged a duck in opening match of the series in Perth. India although lost the series 1-2 but Virat and Rohit turned back time in last ODI in Sydney, adding 168 unbeaten runs as India won the match by 9 wickets. Rohit scored a magnificent ton while Kohli scored a fluent fifty.</p><h2>De Villiers calls Rohit-Kohli critics cockroaches</h2><p>"I don't know what it is about people. I'm not sure if I can call them people. Cockroaches climbing out of their holes as soon as players get towards the backend of their careers. Why?" De Villiers said during a session on his Facebook account. "Why do you want to pour negative energy into players that have given their lives for their country and this beautiful game of cricket? This is the perfect time to celebrate them," he added.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-aus-t20i-series-suryakumar-plays-down-foreign-conditions-threat-ahead-of-australia-series-1761643082931">Suryakumar Yadav plays down ‘foreign conditions’ threat ahead of Australia T20Is</a></p><h2>What's next for Rohit and Kohli?</h2><p>India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30. South Africa, who recently played a Test series in Pakistan, are set to tour India for a full tour of two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is which begins with the Test series from November 14 in Kolkata.</p><p>After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January. The Kiwis start the tour with ODI series on January 11. Rohit and Kohli, after the performance in Australia, are expected to play in South Africa ODIs, at least if not a surety against New Zealand.</p>

India although lost the ODI series 1-2 against Australia but Virat and Rohit turned back time in last ODI in Sydney, adding 168 unbeaten runs as India won the match by 9 wickets. Rohit scored a magnificent ton while Kohli scored a fluent fifty.

Former South Africa batter AB de Villiers has hit at critics over questioning India batter Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after the duo failed in the first of three ODIs against Australia. Rohit had managed only 8 runs while Kohli had bagged a duck in opening match of the series in Perth. India although lost the series 1-2 but Virat and Rohit turned back time in last ODI in Sydney, adding 168 unbeaten runs as India won the match by 9 wickets. Rohit scored a magnificent ton while Kohli scored a fluent fifty. De Villiers calls Rohit-Kohli critics cockroaches "I don't know what it is about people. I'm not sure if I can call them people. Cockroaches climbing out of their holes as soon as players get towards the backend of their careers. Why?" De Villiers said during a session on his Facebook account. "Why do you want to pour negative energy into players that have given their lives for their country and this beautiful game of cricket? This is the perfect time to celebrate them," he added. Also Read - Suryakumar Yadav plays down ‘foreign conditions’ threat ahead of Australia T20Is What's next for Rohit and Kohli? India's next ODI assignment is a three-match home series against South Africa which begins November 30. South Africa, who recently played a Test series in Pakistan, are set to tour India for a full tour of two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is which begins with the Test series from November 14 in Kolkata. After playing South Africa at home, New Zealand will be here for a white-ball tour of three ODIs and five T20Is in January. The Kiwis start the tour with ODI series on January 11. Rohit and Kohli, after the performance in Australia, are expected to play in South Africa ODIs, at least if not a surety against New Zealand.

<p>India although lost the series 1-2 but Virat and Rohit turned back time in last ODI in Sydney, adding 168 unbeaten runs as India won the match by 9 wickets. Rohit scored a magnificent ton while Kohli scored a fluent fifty.</p>

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<p>India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma made their return to international cricket earlier this month against Australia but failed miserably. Now, ex-New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson also bagged a duck on his international return in the ODI against England on Sunday (Oct 26). Williamson, like Kohli and Rohit, had last played in Champions Trophy 2025. And just like like Kohli, Williamson scored a duck. Rohit, however, gotten eight runs in his match back in India colours. All three players were part of Champions Trophy 2025 final which India had won against New Zealand.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-retirement-childhood-coach-says-batter-is-preparing-1761460689136">'He is preparing...,' Rohit's childhood coach puts batter's retirement plans into perspective</a></p><h2>Williamson bags duck on international cricket return</h2><p>Chasing a modest 224, New Zealand were already a wicket down in Mount Maunganui during the first of three-ODI series against England. Williamson got served up a bouncy ball outside off which shaped away from him after being pitched on off stump at good length and the former Kiwi skipper couldn't help but nick it behind for the keeper to catch. Have a look at the wicket below:</p>

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<p>This is Williamson's first duck in international cricket since 2024 (in Tests) and a first golden duck (first ball out) in ODIs. He was last out on a duck during the Wellington Test against Australia in Feb-March last year while the last golden duck also came against Australia in a T20I in 2021. In ODIs, he was out on a duck last time in 2016, that too ironically against Australia.</p><h2>Kohli vs Williamson in international cricket</h2><p>Kohli is way higher than Williamson when it comes to 50-over cricket. The Indian batter has 14,255 runs - only the second highest in history - while Williamson has 7,235 runs. Kohli also has 51 ODI tons - the most in history - while Williamson has 15.</p><p>When it comes to Test cricket, Williamson is slightly better with 9,276 runs in comparison to Kohli's 9,230 runs. Williamson also has 33 Test tons while Kohli scored 30 before announcing his retirement earlier this year. Williamson (21) also has 19 ducks fewer than Kohli's 40 ducks in international cricket across format.</p>

This is Williamson's first duck in international cricket since 2024 (in Tests) and a first golden duck (first ball out) in ODIs. He was last out on a duck during the Wellington Test against Australia in Feb-March last year while the last golden duck came against Australia in a T20I in 2021.

India batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma made their return to international cricket earlier this month against Australia but failed miserably. Now, ex-New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson also bagged a duck on his international return in the ODI against England on Sunday (Oct 26). Williamson, like Kohli and Rohit, had last played in Champions Trophy 2025. And just like like Kohli, Williamson scored a duck. Rohit, however, gotten eight runs in his match back in India colours. All three players were part of Champions Trophy 2025 final which India had won against New Zealand. Also Read - 'He is preparing...,' Rohit's childhood coach puts batter's retirement plans into perspective Williamson bags duck on international cricket return Chasing a modest 224, New Zealand were already a wicket down in Mount Maunganui during the first of three-ODI series against England. Williamson got served up a bouncy ball outside off which shaped away from him after being pitched on off stump at good length and the former Kiwi skipper couldn't help but nick it behind for the keeper to catch. Have a look at the wicket below:

<p>This is Williamson's first duck in international cricket since 2024 (in Tests) and a first golden duck (first ball out) in ODIs. He was last out on a duck during the Wellington Test against Australia in Feb-March last year while the last golden duck came against Australia in a T20I in 2021.</p>

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