India vs South Africa, 5th T20I promises a thrilling decider at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With the series locked at 2-1 in India’s favor after South Africa’s 51-run win in the second match, India’s dominant 101-run and 7-wicket triumphs in the first and third, and the fourth abandoned due to fog, both teams enter with momentum on the line.
This clash is part of the South Africa Tour of India T20 Series 2025. It kicks off on December 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM IST (local time matches). The venue, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, sets the stage for a high-stakes finale.
The pitch at Narendra Modi Stadium favors batters with its flat surface, promoting high scores, though pacers find early swing and spinners gain turn later; dew could tilt evening chases toward the team batting second. Clear skies prevail with temperatures dropping to around 20°C by evening, ensuring uninterrupted play unlike recent fog issues elsewhere.
India hold a slender 2-1 edge, desperate to seal the series after squandering a chance in Lucknow’s washout. South Africa, buoyed by their second-match upset, aim to force a draw and salvage pride on a tour testing their white-ball rebuild. Recent momentum swings highlight India’s bowling depth overpowering South Africa’s batting fragility in key games.
Head-to-Head
India lead South Africa 20-13 in 34 T20Is overall, with one no-result. The last five meetings show India winning three (135 runs, 11 runs, 7 wickets) and South Africa two (51 runs, 3 wickets), underscoring tight contests.
IND vs SA Match Details
- Match: 5th T20 Match
- Teams: India vs South Africa 4th T20
- Date: 19 December 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM / 8:00 AM GMT / 1:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
IND vs SA Live Streaming Info
The 5th T20 Match between India vs South Africa is scheduled for December 19, 2025. This T20 match is at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.
- 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 5th t20 will be live on Willow TV.
Live Score Info:
Probable XIs
India: Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah
South Africa: Quinton de Kock, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Donovan Ferreira, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi
India Analysis
India’s strength lies in explosive top-order batting and a versatile bowling attack, with Suryakumar Yadav anchoring as captain and Tilak Varma providing middle-order stability. Weaknesses emerge in finishing if Hardik Pandya’s all-round form dips, but recent series hauls—Abhishek Sharma’s aggression and Varun Chakravarthy’s mystery spin—have fired on home tracks.
South Africa Analysis
South Africa’s middle order, led by Aiden Markram’s gritty fifties and David Miller’s power-hitting, packs punch, but inconsistent opening and bowling leaks expose vulnerabilities. Anrich Nortje and Corbin Bosch offer pace threat, yet they’ve struggled against India’s spin in defeats, with dew compounding chase woes.
Prediction
India’s home form, superior squad depth, and batting firepower on a high-scoring Ahmedabad deck give them the edge to clinch the series 3-1. South Africa needs a flawless bowling effort to upset, but dew and pitch pace favor the hos