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Will IND vs SA 1st T20I Be Abandoned Due To Rain? Check Latest Kingsmead Durban Weather Update

Rajgeeta Yadav

Kingsmead Cricket Ground [Source: @ICC/x.com]Kingsmead Cricket Ground [Source: @ICC/x.com]

On November 8, India will cross swords with South Africa in the first T20I match of the three-match series. The match will be played at the Kingsmead Cricket Ground and start at 8:30 PM IST. This match will be crucial for both the sides as this will set the tone for the rest of the series.

India are riding high in the T20I format, coming fresh off from a 3-0 series win against Bangladesh, they will be looking to keep the same momentum going further. Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, they have come with a strong squad with the likes of Sanju Samson, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh.

On the other hand, led by Aiden Markram, South Africa have plenty of powerful names in the squad like Heinrich Klaasen and David Miller, and will likely give a great show to the fans as this will be the first time after T20 World Cup 2024 final, they will be clashing again.

So, as the shifts to Durban, the stage gets set for a thrilling first T20I at the Kingsmead Cricket Ground. However, the weather at the venue doesn't look promising, with rain likely to play spoilsport in the game. 

Kingsmead Cricket Ground Weather Update: Will Rain Interrupt IND vs SA 1st T20I?

The rain in South Africa is often expected, and this series opener seems to be having trouble during the play. As per Accuweather.com, the temperature will be around 24 degrees, however the weather doesn't seem to be in the favour, and playing is likely not good. The cloud cover will be there, while there are chances of rain with 40% chances and thunderstorms likely to occur.