IND vs SA Test Series, 2025 Match Preview:

India will face South Africa in the first test match. Team India recently won their previous test series against the Caribbean team by 2-0. On the other hand, South Africa had a great time in this format. The Proteas defeated the Aussies in the previous WTC cycle and lifted their first ICC Trophy.

In the ongoing WTC cycle, they played two games against Pakistan, winning one and losing the other. They sit in fourth place with 12 points. Team India won 5 out of 7 matches in this cycle and holds third place. In this match, both teams will aim to strengthen their positions in the WTC table.

Recent Performance:

Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: Test Series, 2025
• Match: IND vs SA Match 1
• Date: 14 Nov. 2025
• Match Start Time: 09:30 AM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar app.

Head-to-Head Stats:

IND vs SA Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to be favourable during this match. The temperature is expected to reach around 25.3°C. Based on previous Test Matches stats, the pitch offers good assistance to bowlers on the first day, and as the match progresses, batting becomes easier.

Eden Garden, Kolkata Stats: 

The Eden Garden pitch is a batting-friendly pitch, providing opportunities to batsmen. However, it assists pacers on the first two days; winning the toss and opting to bowl first will be a wise decision on this surface.      

IND vs SA Probable Playing 11

India (IND) Probable 11:

1. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2. Lokesh Rahul(WK), 3. Sai Sudharsan, 4. Shubman Gill(C), 5. Rishabh Pant(WK), 6. Ravindra Jadeja, 7. Axar Patel, 8. Washington Sundar, 9. Akash Deep, 10. Jasprit Bumrah, 11. Mohammed Siraj

South Africa (SA) Probable 11:

1. Aiden Markram, 2. Ryan Rickelton(WK), 3. Temba Bavuma(C), 4. Dewald Brevis, 5. Tristan Stubbs, 6. Kyle Verreynne(WK), 7. Senuran Muthusamy, 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Simon Harmer, 10. Corbin Bosch, 11. Keshav Maharaj

IND vs SA Top Picks from IND

IND vs SA Top Picks from SA

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

Corbin Bosch(SA) is currently in excellent form with both bat and ball. He will be a good pick for this match.

Yashasvi Jaiswal (IND) played a brilliant innings of 175 runs against WI and also played good knocks in the Ranji Trophy. He is expected to play a good knock at Eden Gardens as well.

Ravindra Jadeja (IND) is an experienced all-rounder. In this WTC cycle, his batting average is above 60, highlighting his capabilities.  

Marco Jansen (SA) has proved to be a game-changer for the Proteas. The all-rounder can trouble the Indian batters.

IND vs SA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

IND vs SA Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice 

IND vs SA Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

IND is expected to win this match. IND won their previous series against WI and drew a series against England, which boosted their morale. Moreover, the Indian team has a strong record in their home conditions.  

IND vs SA 1st Test FAQ

Who is likely to win the IND vs SA match today?

IND (IND) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

Team India

Who are the top fantasy picks for the IND vs SA Dream11 team?

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravindra Jadeja, Marco Jansen, and Corbin Bosch

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is batting-friendly, and we can expect a score range between 300 and 330 runs.