Written by: Karthik Reddy
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India

Men

VS
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
03 December 01:30 PM IST
South Africa

Men

Prediction: India Men – 72%
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Pitch Report: Batting friendly surface

The 2nd ODI of the 2025 series between India and South Africa will take place in Raipur on November 3. In the 1st ODI, India finally tasted their first win of the series, winning by 17 runs. 

In the 1st ODI, India batted first and scored a strong total of 349 runs. Virat Kohli was the star batsman with a brilliant 135 runs. Other notable contributions came from Rohit Sharma, who broke the record of most sixes in ODIs, and KL Rahul, who played a vital cameo of 60 runs towards the end. South Africa gave a tough fight, scoring 332 runs, but fell short by 17 runs.​

The 2nd ODI is expected to be an exciting encounter with both teams eager to assert dominance. India will look to win the series and build on their momentum from the first game. South Africa will look to bounce back strongly in this match to level the series. Fans can expect competitive cricket with some impactful batting and bowling performances.

Here are the match odds, prediction, and pitch report of the match for you in this blog.

India vs South Africa 2nd Match: Match Facts

AspectDetails
MatchSA vs IND, 2nd ODI
SeriesSouth Africa tour of India, 2025
DateDecember 03, Wednesday 
Time01:30 PM IST 
VenueShaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur

India vs South Africa Squad For 2nd Match 

KL Rahul will again lead the Indian side in the second ODI. Aiden Markram captained the South African side in the first ODI as Temba Bavuma was rested. Bavuma might make a comeback to the playing 11 in the upcoming match.

India vs South Africa Squad For 2nd Match 
Source: ESPNcricinfo

India Squad

Rohit Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, KL Rahul (c & wk), Rishabh Pant (wk), Washington Sundar, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Harshit Rana, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Prasidh Krishna, Arshdeep Singh, Dhruv Jurel

South Africa Squad

Temba Bavuma (c), Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Rubin Hermann, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Aiden Markram, Lungi Ngidi, Ryan Rickelton, Prenelan Subrayen

Pitch Report Of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur 

The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium has the same pitch as the 1st ODI venue. There will be good assistance for the batters throughout the game.

Pitch Report Of Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur 
Source: Wikipedia
AspectDetails
Pitch BehaviourOffers a balanced contest between bat and ball; stroke supporting wicket with assistance for pacers and spinners.
Batting AssistanceBatsmen enjoy solid support early with consistent bounce for stroke play, allowing confident shot-making. As the game advances, the pitch eases further, favoring aggressive approaches and partnerships. 
Bowling AssistanceSeam bowlers get some benefit with early movement under lights, while spinners gain traction as the game progresses. 
ODI First Innings ScoreThere is only one ODI that took place at this venue, in which the 1st inning score was 108.
Toss & Dew FactorDew can play a role in night matches, making it easier to chase. The toss-winning captain will prefer to bowl first.

Weather Report

AspectDetails
TemperatureThe temperature will be 28°C, with good conditions.
WeatherSunny sky and favourable conditions for the match. 
PrecipitationThere will be no rain, which won’t affect the game. 
HumidityThe humidity will be 50%.
WindWind speed will be 11 km/h.

India vs South Africa Head-to-Head In ODIs

India and South Africa have faced each other 95 times in ODIs. The South African team has defeated India in 51 matches, while India has won only 40. 

Total Matches Played95
South Africa Won51
India Won41
No Result03

They have played 14 ODI series so far. India has won 7 of these 14 series, while South Africa has won 6.

Winning and Toss Odds For India vs South Africa 2nd Match

India won the series opener and is playing at home conditions. That’s why India’s famous betting platforms are providing a lower return on their win. 

Winning and Toss Odds For India vs South Africa 2nd Match
Source: ESPNcricinfo  
PlatformSouth Africa Win OddsIndia Win OddsToss Odds (South Africa)Toss Odds (India)Best For
1xBet2.42 ​1.98 ​2.02 ​1.85 ​Balanced for the match winner ​
4rabet2.48 ​1.55 ​2.05 ​1.92 ​Higher India wins payout ​
BetVibe2.40 ​1.95 ​2.00 ​1.98 ​Best toss value balance ​
Stake2.52 ​1.92 ​2.02 ​1.98 ​Ideal for India’s favorites

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Key Players To Watch

Virat Kohli was the star for India’s win in the 1st ODI. Apart from him, Rohit Sharma, Kuldeep, Harshit, and Jadeja contributed. We expect the following players to perform well in the 2nd ODI match. 

PlayersODI Career Stats
Marco Jansen (SA)534 runs and 30 wickets in 30 games. 
Aiden Markram (SA)2597 runs in 84 games with an average of 36.57
Mathew Breetzke (SA)614 runs in just 10 matches at an incredible average of 68.22.
Rohit Sharma (IND)No. 1 ODI batter, 11427 runs in 277 matches at an average of 49.25 with 33 centuries. 
KL Rahul (IND)3152 runs in 89 games at an average of 48.49.
Kuldeep Yadav  (IND)India’s premium spinner, 186 wickets in 115 ODI games at an economy of 5.
About the Author

As the editor of TheCricketPanda, Karthik Reddy combines his extensive knowledge of fantasy cricket with a deep passion for the sport to deliver precise predictions and strategic advice. With over 4 years of experience in analyzing IPL and international cricket matches, he has become a trusted name among fantasy sports enthusiasts. Karthik’s keen eye for detail, backed by data-driven insights and a thorough understanding of player performance and match dynamics, has helped fans make informed decisions in their fantasy leagues.

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