Red-ball and 50-over battles are done and dusted, and now the T20 fireworks take center stage. India and South Africa are set to lock horns in a crucial five-match series, which is vital for fine-tuning combinations before the T20 World Cup in 2026. The series kicks off on December 9. The five T20 matches will be played in Cuttack, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Lucknow and Ahmedabad.

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India vs South Africa 1st T20I 2025: Where to Watch

When and where will the India vs South Africa 1st T20I take place?

The opening T20I of the series between India and South Africa will be played at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. The match will start at 7:00 PM IST, with the toss scheduled at 6:30 PM IST.

Which TV channel will broadcast the IND vs SA 1st T20I live in India?

Viewers in India can watch the live action on the Star Sports Network.

How can fans in India watch IND vs SA 1st T20I live streaming?

The match will be available for live streaming on the JioHotstar app and website.

How can viewers in South Africa watch the 1st T20I?

Cricket fans in South Africa can catch the match live on SuperSport.

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