The second T20I between India and South Africa will be played at the brand-new New Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh on December 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM IST.
Toss: India win toss and decide to bowl first
India will look to seal the three-match series, while South Africa aims to bounce back strongly.
Tv channels and live stream
Viewers in India can watch the match live on Star Sports and JioHotstar TV channels. The live stream can be watched on the official website and app of JioHotstar.
Team news
The spotlight will again be on Arshdeep Singh, who dismissed Quinton de Kock early in the first match, and on Hardik Pandya, who is just one wicket away from completing the rare double of 100 sixes and 100 wickets in T20Is.
India is expected to make a couple of tweaks for the second game. Reports suggest Arshdeep Singh may be rested, with Kuldeep Yadav likely to come in to exploit spin-friendly conditions.
South Africa, meanwhile, may consider a change in their all-rounder slot. Corbin Bosch or George Linde could replace Lutho Sipamla to strengthen the balance.
South Africa’s bowled out for just 74 in the first game is a serious concern in their batting lineup. Hopefully, they will fire on all cylinders today to keep the mighty Indian batting and bowling line-up at bay.
India’s probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana.
Buckle up, New Chandigarh! The Skyball vibe is here 🤩
Team India have won the toss and they will bowl first #INDvSA, 2nd T20I, LIVE NOW 👉 https://t.co/BI0R1pksPm pic.twitter.com/ZqW6S80Vke
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) December 11, 2025
Pitch report
The pitch in New Chandigarh has a reputation for helping fast bowlers, and with no tall stands around the ground, dew is unlikely to play a big role.
India holds a strong advantage in T20Is against South Africa, with 19 wins from 32 matches, while South Africa has won 12, and one game ended without a result.
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