India are set to take on South Africa in the 1st ODI of the three-match series with the first ODI set to take place in Johannesburg. Both teams played out a three-match T20I series, levelling each other at 1-1. The focus has now shifted to the 50-over format.
It was a blunder by the Proteas the last time these two sides locked horns in an ODI. At the recent ODI World Cup, India thrashed South Africa and won the encounter by a margin of 243 runs. However, the proceedings begin on a clean slate here. The Indians do have a disgraceful record in the 50-over on their previous visits to the Rainbow Nation.
KL Rahul & Co. would look to start strong after gaining the momentum in the final T20I which was played at the same venue.
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The Sporting News takes a look at the detailed weather forecast for Sunday ahead of the first ODI.
Johannesburg weather forecast for South Africa vs India, 1st ODI
Sunday, 17th December 2023
It's going to be clear conditions in the morning. However, it could become partly cloudy during the afternoon and through to the evening with an average temperature of 26°C.
Chances of rain interrupting the game:
The chances of rain interrupting the game are negligible as the probability of precipitation is just 2% according to AccuWeather with expected rainfall to be 0.0 mm.
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Weather forecast in Johannesburg: What happens if South Africa vs India is stopped by rain?
If the game is interrupted by rain, we might get a game with reduced overs. However, heavy downpour will more or less result in the game being abandoned, and the match ending in a No Result. No team will be awarded the win with that outcome.
What time does South Africa vs India 1st ODI start?
The first ODI match between India and South Africa will begin at 1:30 PM IST.
How to watch 1st ODI between India and South Africa?
Star Sports Network will be broadcasting all the games from India's tour of South Africa. The game can also be live streamed on Disney+ Hotstar.
| Country | TV CHANNEL | LIVESTREAM |
| India | Star Sports TV channels | Disney+ Hotstar |
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South Africa vs India, 1st ODI: Latest betting odds, predictions
As per the Dafabet odds, India are favourites to win the 1st ODI match at Jo'burg.
| Team | Betting odds |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 2.12 |
| India | 1.75 |
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