The series decider between India and South Africa unfolds on December 6, 2025, at 1:30 PM IST (same as local time) at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA International Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. This coastal pitch favors batters with true bounce and short boundaries, often yielding 300+ scores, though pacers find early swing and dew aids chasing teams later. Expect clear skies with temperatures dipping from 28°C daytime to 11°C evening, no rain but heavy dew and unhealthy air quality.
Tied 1-1 after India’s 17-run win in Ranchi and South Africa’s thrilling four-wicket chase of 359 in Raipur, this finale decides the trophy with both sides peaking at the right moment. India’s momentum stems from Virat Kohli’s match-winning 135 in the opener, while South Africa’s middle-order fireworks—led by Dewald Brevis and Matthew Breetzke’s 92-run stand—flipped the second game. Key talking points include dew’s chase bias, Kohli’s Vizag love, and South Africa’s resolve to end India’s home streak.
Head-to-Head Record
Across 96 ODIs, South Africa lead with 52 wins to India’s 41, plus 3 no-results. Last five meetings: India won 1st ODI 2025 (17 runs), South Africa won 2nd ODI 2025 (4 wkts), India won 3rd ODI 2024 (home series 2-1), with prior results split evenly.
Team Analysis: India
India’s batting depth shines with Rohit Sharma’s aggression, Kohli’s class, and KL Rahul’s finishing, backed by all-rounders like Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar for balance. Weaknesses show in middle-over bowling if spin misfires, but recent form—358/5 in Raipur despite the loss—highlights resilience, with Arshdeep Singh and Prasidh Krishna striking early. Kuldeep Yadav’s wickets add mystery on turning tracks.
Team Analysis: South Africa
South Africa’s strength pulses through Quinton de Kock’s opening blitz and Temba Bavuma’s captaincy, with seamers Marco Jansen and Corbin Bosch exploiting conditions. Batting collapses remain a flaw, though Brevis and Breetzke’s Raipur heroics signal growth; their chase exposed India’s dew struggles. Keshav Maharaj’s spin and Lungi Ngidi’s pace form a potent attack, fueling upset potential after leveling the series.
IND vs SA Match Details
- Match: 3rd ODI Match
- Teams: India vs South Africa 3rd ODI
- Date: 06 December 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM / 8:00 AM GMT / 1:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara
IND vs SA Live Streaming Info
The 3rd ODI Match between India vs South Africa is scheduled for December 6, 2025. This T20 match is at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara.
- In India: The match will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live streaming will be available on FanCode and Amazon Prime Video (SonyLiv app).
- In New Zealand: The match will be telecast on TVNZ 1 and streamed live on Sky Sport Now.
- In Australia: Telecast is available on Foxtel, Kayo Sports, and Fox Cricket channel (Channel 501) with live streaming on Kayo and Foxtel platforms.
- In Pakistan and other regions, platforms like Tapmad may also provide live streaming options
How to Watch the Match for Free:
On TV: The match is available free on DD Sports if you have a DD Free Dish connection; this lets you watch the game without any extra subscription fee.
On apps/sites: Live streaming is officially on JioCinema/Disney+ Hotstar (as per current rights), but these usually require at least a basic mobile or bundled plan; full live action is not generally free, though highlights are often available at no cost after the match.
Live Streaming Info:
The 3rd ODI match will be live on Willow TV.
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Probable Playing XI:
India: Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad/Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, KL Rahul (c & wk), Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Prasidh Krishna
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma (c), Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi