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India vs South Africa Live Streaming 1st ODI Live Telecast: Where To Watch For Free?

India take on South Africa in the 1st T20I at the first ODI at The Wanderers, Johannesburg. After the T20I series ended 1-1, the focus now shifts towards a three-match ODI series. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah are all absent while Hardik Pandya is still nursing an injury. Due to all the absentees, KL Rahul will lead the team in the ODI leg of the tour. Rajat Patidar and Sai Sudharsan are expected to be handed their debut caps, with the pair set to open the innings. Shreyas Iyer will bat at no. 3 while captain Rahul has said that he will bat in the middle, most likely at no. 4.

From Batting Position To Sanju Samson's Role: KL Rahul's Big Revelations For South Africa ODIs

KL Rahul is not chucking the big gloves away in ODIs anytime soon and made it clear that he wouldn't mind standing behind the stumps when the 'Boxing Day' Test against South Africa comes calling in just over a week's time. Leading the ODI team after regular skipper Rohit Sharma took a break from the white ball leg of the South Africa tour, the stylish right-hander also gave enough hints that Rinku Singh is all set to be rewarded with an ODI debut after displaying impressive technique, sound temperament and commendable game awareness in the T20 series. Asked whether he will keep wickets in the ODI series starting on Sunday, Rahul answered in affirmative. "Yes, I will I be keeping wickets and batting in the middle-order and after that I would be happy to keep wickets in Test matches," Rahul told media persons during the pre-series interaction.

India's Predicted XI vs South Africa, 1st ODI: Two Indian Stars In Line To Make Debuts?

After the T20I series ended 1-1, with the first match getting washed out, India and South Africa gear up for the 1st ODI of the 3-match series in Johannesburg. The wounds of India's heartbreaking defeat in the ODI World Cup 2023 haven't yet healed but a young brigade is ready to take the process forward. The likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah are all absent while Hardik Pandya is still nursing an injury. KL Rahul will be leading the Indian team in the series, looking to get an early glimpse of some players who may feature in the next 50-over World Cup.

"Some People Took It A Bit Personally": AB de Villiers On Hardik Pandya Replacing Rohit Sharma As Mumbai Indians Captain

Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday announced a massive move. The franchise appointed Hardik Pandya as its captain. The all-rounder, who was recently roped in from Gujarat Titans in an all-cash transfer, replaced Rohit Sharma in the role. Rohit captained MI for 10 years, helping the side win a record-equalling five Indian Premier League (IPL) titles. The change in captaincy didn't go down well with many MI fans. Some reports also claimed that MI's X handle lost a massive amount of followers after the announcement was made.

Rhys McClenaghan wins RTÉ Sport Sportsperson of the Year award

Reigning back-to-back world champion gymnast Rhys McClenaghan has been crowned the RTÉ Sport Sportsperson of the Year for 2023.

Ulster provide Christmas cheer in big win over Racing

A much-improved Ulster recorded a much-needed victory over Top14 leaders Racing 92 in the second round of the Investec Champions Cup.

"4 More Test Centuries Loading": Fans Hopeful As Virat Kohli Leaves For South Africa Test Series

India star Virat Kohli has left for South Africa for the upcoming two-match Test series set to be played in the rainbow nation, starting December 26. The first game will take place at SuperSport Park, Centurion. Meanwhile, the second Test will kick off on January 3 at Newlands, Cape Town. It is worth noting that Kohli was not named in the white-ball series against the Proteas but he is a part of the squad for the two Test matches. This will be Kohli's first international assignment post India's loss to Australia in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final.

Suryakumar Yadav's Ultimate Praise For "Great" Rohit Sharma On Equalling His World Record

Indian cricket team batter Suryakumar Yadav made history by equalling Rohit Sharma's sensational record of scoring four T20I centuries during the match against South Africa on Thursday. It was a brilliant knock from the current skipper as he guided his team to victory and after the match, he had an honest reaction to the massive achievement. He recognised the magnitude of what he has achieved and even called Rohit a 'great of the game'. “It feels good to equal Rohit Sharma's 4 centuries, he's a great of the game. It's a good achievement. Hoping to continue performing consistently. I'm very happy,” Suryakumar said in a video released by BCCI on social media.

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India vs South Africa Live Streaming 1st ODI Live Telecast: Where To Watch For Free?

From Batting Position To Sanju Samson's Role: KL Rahul's Big Revelations For South Africa ODIs

India's Predicted XI vs South Africa, 1st ODI: Two Indian Stars In Line To Make Debuts?

"Some People Took It A Bit Personally": AB de Villiers On Hardik Pandya Replacing Rohit Sharma As Mumbai Indians Captain

Rhys McClenaghan wins RTÉ Sport Sportsperson of the Year award

Ulster provide Christmas cheer in big win over Racing

"4 More Test Centuries Loading": Fans Hopeful As Virat Kohli Leaves For South Africa Test Series

Suryakumar Yadav's Ultimate Praise For "Great" Rohit Sharma On Equalling His World Record