The Ro-Ko show lit up the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli produced a stunning batting display to propel India to a commanding 350/8 in the first ODI against South Africa. The Proteas will now need to chase a daunting target of 351 to preserve their unbeaten run on the ongoing India tour.
India’s woes with the toss continued, losing their 19th straight ODI toss, and were put in to bat by Aiden Markram. Yashasvi Jaiswal began brightly but departed for 18, edging Nandre Burger behind early. From there, Rohit and Kohli wrested control with a fluent 40-ball fifty stand, guiding India to 80/1 at the end of the powerplay. Kohli carried his sublime form to reach his 76th ODI fifty, soon followed by Rohit’s 60th. Rohit also surpassed Shahid Afridi for most ODI sixes before falling for 57.
Kohli found little support as Ruturaj Gaikwad (8) and Washington Sundar (13) fell quickly, but the star batter marched on to a magnificent 135, bringing up his 52nd ODI hundred. KL Rahul added a composed 60, while Jadeja’s late 32 ensured India finished strongly at 350/8.
SA skipper Aiden Markram won the toss and elected to bowl first on the day Both skippers after the toss: KL Rahul: We would have bowled first as well. The preparation has been good, the energy is there with a lot of players coming back, we want to enjoy ourselves in the middle. That's what the chat has been, we need to use every opportunity we get in the ODI team, this is a great chance to challenge our skills against a very good team. Three spinners and three quicks for us today. Aiden Markram: We'll bowl first. Spent a couple of evenings, dew at night time and it'll be slightly easier to bat at night. Different personnel, the dressing room is at a good place with a lot of energy and fun. It's an important series, the end role the 2027 WC, still a bit of time, but we're up against one of the best teams in the world. Just one spinner in Subrayen, I will bowl a bit - Temba and Maharaj have been rested, four seamers for us today.
But how can you watch this highly anticipated match between the two cricketing giants globally? Take a look.
| IND vs SA 1st ODI broadcasting details |
| Country | Broadcaster / Streaming Platform |
| South Africa | SuperSport / DStv app and website |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports |
| Australia | Fox Cricket / Kayo Sports app and website |
| USA | Willow TV |
| New Zealand | Sky Sports NZ |
| India | Star Sports/ Jio Hotstar |
India vs South Africa today’s ODI match live streaming and telecast details
When will India vs South Africa 1st ODI take place?
The first ODI match of the three-match series between India and South Africa will take place on Sunday (November 30).
What is the venue of IND vs SA 1st ODI?
The JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi, will host India vs South Africa 1st ODI on Sunday.
What is India vs South Africa 1st ODI live toss time?
The IND vs SA 1st ODI live toss will take place at 1:00 PM IST.
What is the live match time for India vs South Africa 1st ODI match?
The India vs South Africa 1st ODI live match will begin at 1:30 PM IST.
Which TV channels will live telecast India vs South Africa 1st ODI match in India?
Star Sports Network will telecast the IND vs SA 1st ODI match in India.
How to watch the live streaming of India vs South Africa 1st ODI match in India?
Cricket fans can watch the live streaming of the India vs South Africa 1st ODI match on the JioHotstar app and website in India.