South Africa captain Temba Bavuma plays the shot (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil) The Indian cricket team faces a do-or-die clash when they take on South Africa in the third and final ODI on Saturday, December 6, with the series currently tied at 1-1. All eyes will be on Virat Kohli who is in sensational form with centuries in the series. KL Rahul, captaining the side in the absence of the injured Shubman Gill, steered India to a 17-run victory in the series opener. However, the Proteas bounced back in the second ODI in Raipur to win by four wickets despite strong knocks from Kohli and Ruturaj Gaikwad.
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Ahead of the decision in Visakhapatnam, India can make a few changes. Washington Sundar, who has struggled with both bat and ball in the first two matches, could make way for Rishabh Pant to give India another run in the death overs. Alternatively, Tilak Varma, who has not featured so far, could get his chance. On the bowling front, in-form Nitish Kumar Reddy can replace Prasidha Krishna, who escaped with 80 runs in 8.2 overs in the second ODI, making him India’s most expensive bowler. Reddy’s inclusion could strengthen India’s lower-order batting and give KL Rahul a third seamer option while adding a local touch to the team. India vs. South Africa 3rd ODI – Match Details:
- Date: December 6, 2025
- Time: 1:30 PM IST
- Place: ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
Where to watch:
- Free TV: DD Sports
- Subscription channels: Star Sports (Live)
- Live broadcast: JioStar from 1:30 PM IST
This series decider promises to be a thrilling contest with India aiming to seal the series at home while South Africa look to grab a win in Vizag.
