Rinku Singh

India's middle-order batsman Rinku Singh will be the most-eyed player in the clash against South Africa. In the recent T20I series against Australia, Rinku showcased his exceptional skills by finishing the game in India's favour. He played a pivotal role in the Suryakumar-led Indian side's campaign against Australia. The left-hander is also considered as a contender for India's 2024 T20 World Cup squad

Ruturaj Gaikwad

India's opening batsman Ruturaj Gaikwad scripted history in the T20I series against Australia by becoming the first-ever Indian batsman to score a century against the "Aussies" in T20I format. He consistently performed for the "Men in Blue" in that series. He ended the Australia series as the highest run-scorer

Yashasvi Jaiswal

A sensational left-handed batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal has a rich vein of form in T20Is. His aggressive approach in the Australia series gave the "Men in Blue" an elevated start in most matches. He will look to continue his aggressive gameplay against South Africa as well and keep the Proteas out of the game within a span of a few overs

Ravi Bishnoi

India's leg spinner Ravi Bishnoi who recently became the number one T20I bowler will also feature in the Indian side ahead of the first clash. Bishnoi after claiming nine wickets against Australia registered his name in the list of Indian bowlers to take the most number of wickets in a bilateral series. He has now equalled the record with Ravichandran Ashwin who registered nine wickets against Sri Lanka. Team India will look forward to Ravi Bishnoi picking wickets in a quick session against the "Proteas"

Kuldeep Yadav

Kuldeep Yadav will be India's lead spinner in the T20Is against South Africa. Yadav had a decent ICC World Cup 2023 campaign. He bagged 15 wickets during the tournament. Yadav will be expected to strike wickets at the crucial moments against South Africa