India vs South Africa, 5th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | South Africa tour of India, 2025

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19 December 2025 | 09:21AM
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The IND vs SA Live Score fixture in the 5th Match of the South Africa tour of India 2025 marks a decisive encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium. With the series reaching its final phase, both teams will be eager to deliver a strong performance and finish on a high. The scale of the venue and the high-pressure setting only add to the importance of this contest.

 

India enter this match with a well-balanced squad that offers depth in batting and versatility through multiple all-round options. Their batting lineup is capable of aggressive starts as well as controlled build-ups, allowing flexibility depending on match situations. India’s strength lies in adapting quickly to conditions, particularly when managing the middle overs and executing plans at the death. The bowling unit provides a strong mix of pace and spin, which can be highly effective on a surface that tends to change character as the game progresses.

 

South Africa, meanwhile, boast a powerful batting unit known for counter-attacking intent and strong finishing ability. Their all-rounders add balance and enable tactical flexibility, while their bowling attack features pace and variety that can trouble batters under lights. South Africa’s challenge will be to maintain discipline and handle pressure moments, especially against India’s deep lineup.

 

With pride and momentum at stake, the IND vs SA Live Score clash promises a competitive and closely fought contest shaped by execution and composure.

India vs South Africa, 5th Match Details

Series

South Africa tour of India, 2025

Match

India vs South Africa

Date & Time

19 December 2025, 07:00 PM

Venue

Narendra Modi Stadium

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India vs South Africa, 5th Match Weather Condition

09:15 am

Cloud

0%

Humidity

27%

Wind

9.4 km/h

29.1

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Overcast

Narendra Modi Stadium

Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The Narendra Modi Stadium pitch generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early in the innings, batters can enjoy true bounce and good carry, making stroke play rewarding once settled. As the match progresses, the surface often slows down, bringing spinners into the game during the middle overs. Fast bowlers who hit hard lengths can extract bounce, while spinners who vary pace and trajectory tend to be effective. Dew in the evening could influence conditions, making chasing slightly easier under lights. A first-innings total in the range of 170–190 is usually competitive at this venue in limited-overs cricket.

India Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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South Africa Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

160

X

137

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

234/4 (20 Ovs) By IND vs NZ

X

66/10 (12.1 Ovs) By NZ vs IND

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

166/3 (17.5 Ovs) By IND vs ENG

X

107/7 (20 Ovs) By WIW vs INDW

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

6

60%
|
40%
Bowling First

4

India vs South Africa, 5th Match Squad

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India Probable XI :

Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Jitesh Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh

South Africa Probable XI :

Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi

Conclusion

The 5th Match of the South Africa tour of India 2025 is set to be a fitting conclusion to a closely contested series. India will look to make the most of home conditions and their all-round depth, while South Africa aim to challenge them with aggressive batting and disciplined bowling. Key moments such as powerplay execution, middle-over control, and death-over precision are likely to decide the outcome. Fans tracking the IND vs SA Live Score can expect an intense encounter filled with momentum shifts, tactical battles, and high-pressure moments as both teams push for a decisive victory.