This Saturday brings the decider in the three-match ODI series between India and South Africa. The series is currently level 1-1 after a dramatic run-chase by the Proteas in the second ODI at Raipur. With home conditions favouring spin and brisk run-scoring in recent games, the decider promises high drama and tactical battles. We have the best bets and a prediction for the third and final match of the series.
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After India’s win in the first ODI, powered by Virat Kohli’s classy 349/8 setup, and South Africa’s extraordinary chase of 359 in the second, the series decider arrives with both sides carrying genuine belief. The Proteas’ run-chase under pressure showed their quality, temperament, and ability to handle big totals.
India will rely heavily on home conditions and their spin depth. Recent trends show Indian surfaces assisting spinners, especially in day-night fixtures where dew can influence the contest. Still, South Africa’s attack has looked sharp enough to trouble India if early wickets fall. And with Quinton de Kock boasting 1,077 runs against India at an average of 53.85, including six centuries, he remains a major factor in any SA victory.
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India vs South Africa
Quinton de Kock
Player of the match
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The Proteas were competitive in the first ODI and outstanding in the second, and they should take huge confidence into Saturday’s clash. With momentum and match-ups leaning their way, we’re backing South Africa to win the third ODI at a healthy 2.95.
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- In recent years, matches between India and the Proteas often deliver competitive scores, both when setting and chasing.
- The second ODI’s 359 chase by South Africa is among the highest successful run chases in recent bilateral history, underscoring that totals of 350-360 are chaseable.
- With pitches in India often favouring spin and dew possibly coming into play if the match runs into the evening, bowling first might carry a slight advantage.
Best Bets & Prediction
Prediction: South Africa to win at 2.80.
Best Bet: Quinton de Kock to score over 27.5 runs at 1.80.
Alternative Bet: Quinton de Kock to be South Africa’s top batter at 3.95.
