Argus News - India vs South Africa 1st ODI Today: India Eye Revival With Rohit-Kohli Comeback

Ranchi, Nov 30: India will look to bounce back from their disappointing Test series defeat as they face South Africa in the first One-Day International (ODI) at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi today.

The match marks the beginning of a three-game ODI series, with both sides eager to set the tone early.

India, led by KL Rahul in the absence of injured skipper Shubman Gill, will be under pressure to deliver after being whitewashed in the Tests. Rahul will also take up wicketkeeping duties.

With Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma returning to the fold, the squad has received a significant boost, and all eyes will be on how the veterans influence the batting line-up.

Rohit is expected to open alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, with Kohli at No. 3. The middle order remains a point of debate, with Ruturaj Gaikwad and Rishabh Pant vying for the No. 4 spot. Rahul is likely to bat at No. 5, followed by all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar. Kuldeep Yadav is set to lead the spin attack, while the pace department will feature Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna, filling in for the injured Jasprit Bumrah.

 

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South Africa, captained by Temba Bavuma, enter the ODI series with momentum after their historic Test series win in India.

The Proteas will look to carry forward their confidence and challenge India in conditions that traditionally favor the hosts.

The match begins at 1:30 PM IST, with fans anticipating a high-intensity clash as India aim to restore pride and South Africa seek to extend their dominance.