IND vs SA highlights: 4th T20I abandoned due to excessive fog in Lucknow

IND vs SA live: That’s a wrap! Byee…😪

That was a sad ending to the wait… The 4th clash has been abandoned, and all eyes will now be on the fifth and final T20I at Ahmedabad as India lead the series 2-1.

For now, allow us, this is your host Soumyajit Dutta signing off on behalf of my partner Akshita Patel and my OneCricket family. See you guys on December 19! Byee…👋

IND vs SA live updates: 4th T20I abandoned!🚨

The word is here... The 4th T20I between India and South Africa has been officially abandoned due to the excessive and dense fog at Ekana Cricket Stadium. So, it all hinges in Ahmedabad now!

IND vs SA live: Next inspection coming up!🔥

The next and final inspection field is coming up, but things are not looking good at Ekana. The match is likely to be called off as we are also nearing the cut off time at 9:46 PM IST.

IND vs SA live: Toss time update🚨

No development from the ground. The umpires strolled out to inspect the smog and the toss time has been further delayed to 9:25 PM IST...Likely the final inspection for the night!

IND vs SA live score update: Last inspection coming?

Limited movement on the ground as we're minutes away from the next inspection, which could be the final one as well since we're nearing the cut-off time. 

IND vs SA live updates: Weather to deteriorate at Ekana ☹️

The signs are not positive here at Ekana Stadium. According to Accuweather, the temperature is expected to fall further. The air quality will continue to remain unhealthy.

Lucknow weather update [Source: Accuweather]

IND vs SA live score: Inspection update 🌫️

The umpires are marching on the ground again. The visibility is being checked. No movement on the pitch so far. It remains covered. 

BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla is now having a word with the umpires. Seems he is desperate to get a game. But the umpires brief him on the conditions. 

And people are heading back again!!! New inspection time is 9:00 PM IST.

Long, long wait but the end result seems inevitable! 

IND vs SA live update: Pitch covered with rugs 😕

Meanwhile, the ground staff is working hard to safeguard the pitch. Due to presence of dew, the pitch has been covered with rugs. We are minutes away from the next inspection. Let's see what's in store!

IND vs SA live match: What is the cut off-time?

The umpires spent good amount of time on the boundary line trying to gauge visibility. But the conditions aren't satisfactory. 

FYI, the latest this match can start is at 9:46 PM IST. So we have more than one hour from now. Let's hope for the best!

IND vs SA live: Fog worsens🚨 Toss delayed again!

Ooopss.. Nope, things are looking too bad here at Lucknow. The fog/smog has worsened and visibility have reduced further!😱 8:30 PM IST is the next inspection time.. The waiting game resumes...

IND vs SA live updates: The smog is here to stay?

Well, looks like things ain't moving that fast here at Lucknow. The AQI rating reads 413!⚠️😷

That's too high!

Lucknow Stadium's visuals tonight [Source: ImMD45/X]

Fingers crossed🤞Hopefully it clears out or else, the 5th T20I will be the decider of the series!

IND vs SA live: Toss update from Lucknow!!🚨

The toss has been officially postponed again to 8:00 PM IST. The umpires came out to have a routine check and were not impressed by the visuals as of yet.. The waiting game resumes...

IND vs SA live updates: Fog or Smog? Hardik Pandya wears mask😶‍🌫️

The AQI in Lucknow is very unhealthy as of now. Hence, the delay. The smog is not ready to be cleared anytime soon as Hardik Pandya was also seen marching the sidelines of the field wearing a mask😷

IND vs SA live: Will the match be abandoned?

With scary visuals from the stadium and no sign of fog clearing up, there is a probability that the IND vs SA 4th T20I might get abandoned due to low visibility and heavy fog. Nevertheless, inspection awaits at 7:30 PM IST as the umpires inspect the field.

IND vs SA live updates: Will the fog clear out?

As per AccuWeather, tonight’s conditions at the Ekana Stadium are expected to be hazy, with air quality rated very unhealthy, which could impact visibility during the match throughout the night. Hence, chances of the fog clearing out, is low.

Despite minimal cloud cover and no threat of rain or thunderstorms, the haze may linger under calm north-westerly winds, potentially affecting sightlines for players and fielders, especially under lights. 

Temperatures will hover around 11°C, making it a cool evening, but the primary concern remains reduced visibility due to poor air quality rather than weather interruptions.

IND vs SA scorecard: Inspection update 🚨

Inspection is underway. The umpires have huddled up. They have a word with Gautam Gambhir and Aiden Markram. And the wait will continue. Another inspection is scheduled at 7:30 PM as the situation in the middle hasn't improved!

IND vs SA live score update: Will Samson get a chance?

With Shubman Gill ruled out, Sanju Samson could get a chance to open. He was seen sweating in the nets a while ago. 

Remember, Samson slammed 3 hundreds in 2024 as an opener. But Gill's inclusion led to his abrupt exclusion. Regardless, today could be his lucky day.

IND vs SA live updates: Gill ruled out of 4th T20I 🚨

A massive setback for India is coming in. Shubman Gill, the vice-captain, is officially ruled out of the 4th T20I due to a foot injury. 

IND vs SA live score: Toss update 🪙

Latest from Lucknow, the toss has been DELAYED!! An inspection is supposed to take place at 6:50 PM IST. Apparently, the fog/smog is affecting the visibility. 

IND vs SA live match: Ekana stadium pitch report 🏟️

The Ekana Stadium pitch in Lucknow, made of black soil, tends to get better as the match progresses, especially under dew, making batting easier in the later stages. Both spinners and pacers can make an impact with wickets, but batters will need time to settle before going big. The team winning the toss will likely prefer to bowl first.

IND vs SA live: 4th T20I Toss Time!

The toss for the 4th T20I between India and South Africa will take place at sharp 6:30 PM IST at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. 

IND vs SA score update: Probable Playing XIs

India Probable XI

Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Harshit Rana, Kuldeep Yadav, Arshdeep Singh, and Varun Chakravarthy

South Africa Probable XI

Quinton de Kock (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Lungi Ngidi, Keshav Maharaj, and Anrich Nortje

IND vs SA score: Lucknow weather update ☁️

There is good news for fans ahead of the India vs South Africa 4th T20I in Lucknow on as no rain is expected to interrupt the match. The temperature, however, is likely to drop to around 10-12°C during the late evening, making conditions quite chilly. Hazy skies could persist due to ongoing air pollution. Dew is expected to play a major role, giving teams winning the toss a strong incentive to bowl first.

IND vs SA live scorecard: Where to watch the 2nd T20I?👀

The India vs South Africa 2nd T20I will be telecasted live on Star Sports Network and DD Sports in India. For live streaming, fans can tune into JioStar app and website.

For fans away from India, here are the streaming options:

South Africa - Supersport, DStv app
USA - Willow TV
UK - TNT Sports
Australia - Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports app
New Zealand - Sky Sports NZ

IND vs SA live scorecard: Match start time?🕛

The India vs South Africa 4th T20I in Lucknow will be played live from 7:00 PM IST. The toss will take place 30 minutes prior to that.

IND vs SA live: Head-to-head record in T20Is😶‍🌫️

India and South Africa have faced each other 34 times in T20Is. India hold the edge with 20 wins while South Africa have secured 13 victories. One match has ended in a no result... 🥶

IND vs SA live: Match Preview📖

India will aim to seal the T20I series against South Africa in Lucknow after a dominant win in Dharamsala. 

The fourth T20I will be played at the Ekana Stadium a day after the IPL auction. India suffered an injury setback with Axar Patel ruled out due to illness, with Shahbaz Ahmed named as his replacement. 

In Dharamsala, India outplayed South Africa in all departments after opting to bowl. Arshdeep Singh led a disciplined bowling effort as the visitors were bowled out for 117, with only Aiden Markram offering resistance. 

Chasing the target, India got off to a flying start through Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill before Shivam Dube finished the job in quick time to secure a comfortable win.

CLICK TO READ THE FULL PREVIEW from Kaushik Kashyap...

IND vs SA live updates: Welcome to the Lucknow battle!🔥

Hello guys, Welcome to the 4th T20I between India and South Africa, live from Lucknow!!

India head to Lucknow for the fourth T20I with an edge in the series and would like to dominate South Africa with every chance they get to bag the bilateral early!

So, stick with us... This is Akshita Patel, your host for the first innings, and my partner Soumyajit Dutta will join you in the second half to take you through all the action. Tune in with the OneCricket family and sit back to enjoy the game with us!🔥🔥