IND vs SA: Dharamsala’s Stadium is going to be the venue of an important battle as India tussle with South Africa in the third T20I of the series comprising five matches, with the fight equally balanced at 1-1. Having a great victory in the second T20I that raised some doubts in India’s batting line-up, South Africa faces the match with confidence.
Considering T20 World Cup 2026, team combinations are being monitored closely. One significant doubt before the match is if India will bring in a new player in the playing XI, with Sanju Samson possibly coming in for Shubman Gill.
Top-order shake-up possible for India in 3rd T20I
The focus in front of the third T20I is definitely on India’s opening pair, as the position of Shubman Gill is being seriously debated and Sanju Samson is ready to come in. Gill has had a tough time getting runs in the series so far, and after getting out first ball in the second match, the pressure on him has increased even more.
The management is very insightful regarding his circumstances with the T20 World Cup just around the corner, and if he doesn’t succeed once more it could lead to a reshuffle. Surprisingly, Sanju Samson, who was left out earlier in the squad, is an aggressive player but he may be the one who can provide both steadiness and strength at the top of the order.
IND vs SA: Pitch Report
Dharamsala is believed to give an advantage to the seam bowlers in the early stage by providing the extra bounce and movement that would most likely pose a difficulty to the first batsmen. The surface, recognized for its speed and good reception of the ball, should make it easy for the batting side to get good runs after they get their eye in, however, the first few overs could be quite difficult.
