India Vs South Africa ODI Series, Schedule, Venue, Squad and Match Results

India is ready to meet South Africa in the next three One-Day International (ODI) series. The first ODI will take place on Sunday, December 17 at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. The T20I series finished in a close 1-1 tie.

In comparison to the T20I series, the Indian team has undergone several changes. The most notable of them is the absence of Suryakumar Yadav and the inclusion of KL Rahul as captain of the Men in Blues. Axar Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Rajat Patidar, and Sanju Samson are also included in the Indian team for the One-Day Internationals. Also on the list are Rinku Singh and Sai Sudarsan, who are being called up for the first time in ODI history. Deepak Chahar, though, has removed his name from the ODI team. 

However, South Africa also lacks several well known figures, such as Gerald Coetzee and Marco Jansen. But, Aidem Markram will continue to captain the team in the One-Day Internationals, so there is no change in that role. 

South Africa vs India ODI Series Schedule

Match	Venue	Date	Match Status
1st	Wanderers Stadium	December 17	IND won by 8 wickets
2nd	Gqeberha	December 19	SA won by 8 wickets (45 balls left)
3rd	Paarl	December 21	IND won by 78 runs ODI 3 of 3 (IND wins 2-1)

India vs South Africa ODI Series Venues

The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg hosted the first ODI on Sunday, December 17. The subsequent matches are set to unfold in Gqeberha on December 19 and Paarl on December 21. The choice of diverse venues adds an element of variety to the series, allowing fans across different regions to witness the cricketing spectacle.

Unique Aspect Of the SA vs IND ODI Series

The Proteas will wear pink jerseys for the opening ODI as part of their annual pink day ODIs, which are intended to raise awareness about breast cancer. This will provide a distinctive touch to the series. This gesture, which goes beyond the cricket match, demonstrates the wider influence that sports may have in bringing important social concerns to the public's attention.

IND vs SA ODI Series Squad

Indian Cricket Team Squad

KL Rahul (C/WK), Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Tilak Varma, Rajat Patidar, Rinku Singh, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson (WK), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mukesh Kumar, Avesh Khan, Arshdeep Singh

South Africa Cricket Team Squad

Aiden Markram (C), Reeza Hendricks, Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), David Miller, Andile Phehlukwayo, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lizaad Williams, Wiaan Mulder, Ottniel Baartman, Mihlali Mpongwana, Kyle Verreynne

Summary

With its Pink Day ODI concept, strategic fights, explosive performances, and a dash of social responsibility, the India vs South Africa first ODI promises to be a cricketing feast. Cricket fans are in for a treat as they watch the teams compete for the win on the beautiful green outfield of the Wanderers Stadium. They will see the fusion of skill, dedication and sportsmanship. It's a celebration of the spirit of cricket, not merely a battle between two teams.