South Africa vs India: ODI Records and Stats at Boland Park Stadium, Paarl

A disciplined bowling display led by Nandre Burger (three wickets), Beuran Hendricks (two wickets), and Keshav Maharaj (two wickets) restricted India to 211/10 at St George's Park. Tony de Zorzi then stole the show with a magnificent maiden ODI century, scoring 119 runs and smashing six sixes and also led South Africa to victory by eight wickets with 45 balls to spare, levelling the series.

The excitement moves to Boland Park in Paarl for the third and final match, taking place on Thursday, December 21, 2023. Talking in detail about the second ODI, South Africa won the toss and elected to field. The Men in Blue batted first and posted a total of 211, thanks to half-centuries from Sai Sudharsan (62) and KL Rahul (56). Nandre Burger was the star with the ball, picking up three wickets. He was supported by Beuran Hendricks and Keshav Maharaj, who took two wickets each. 

In reply, Tony de Zorzi stole all the limelight with a magnificent maiden ODI century. His masterful knock of 119 runs, laced with nine fours and six sixes, was the backbone of South Africa's chase. Reeza Hendricks provided valuable support with a fifty, and Rassie van der Dussen chipped in with 36 runs. India's bowlers struggled to contain the South African batters, with only Arshdeep Singh and Rinku Singh managing to take wickets. The Proteas reached the target with 45 balls remaining, levelling the series 1-1.

South Africa boast an impressive record at Boland Park in Paarl, winning eight out of nine ODIs played there with a phenomenal 88.89% winning percentage. The upcoming third ODI will be the third time these cricketing giants have clashed at Boland Park, and South Africa have emerged victorious in both previous encounters. Both India and South Africa are aiming for a win in the third ODI, each with their own series ambitions. India seek to clinch the series victory, while South Africa eyes wrapping up the series 2-1 on their home soil.

 SA vs IND Head-to-Head Record  

The two cricketing giants have locked horns in 93 ODIs, with India claiming 39 victories, while South Africa boast 51 wins. Three matches have ended without a result. Notably, in South Africa, India's overall record has not been that impressive. The 'Men in Blue' have managed to win 11 out of 39 matches, while the hosts have triumphed in 26, with two ending in a no result.  

Boland Park Pitch Report  

Boland Park generally favours batters, but bowlers may find more support during the second innings. In the last six innings, five have seen scores exceeding 250 runs.

Also check: India vs South Africa Live Score, 3rd ODI

ODI records and stats at Boland Park Stadium

In 15 matches played at the venue, pace bowlers have claimed 142 wickets at an average of 29.29, while spinners have accounted for 60 wickets at an average of 37.93 in 15 matches. Winning the toss and opting to bat first has proven advantageous, with eight victories compared to 6 for teams batting second, and one tie 

 X-factors for India vs South Africa 

 India: 

Sai Sudharsan has impressed in the first two ODIs against South Africa, scoring 117 runs with two fifties with an impressive average of 117.00 and a strike rate of 92.85. He will be a key player for India in the upcoming match against South Africa. 

South Africa: 

Tony de Zorzi will be a crucial player for South Africa in the upcoming ODI match, fresh off his magnificent maiden ODI century in the previous game. His knock of 119, studded with nine fours and six sixes. Tony de Zorzi is eager to carry his impressive form into the upcoming encounter. 

India vs South Africa Predicted Playing XI: 

 India:  

Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sai Sudharsan, Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), KL Rahul (c), Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Avesh Khan, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar 

South Arica:

Tony de Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lizaad Williams, Beuran Hendricks

Also See: IND vs SA 2023 Batting and Bowling Stats