India vs South Africa HIGHLIGHTS, 4th T20I: Match abandoned in Lucknow due to excessive fog
The match was initially delayed due to thick fog, leading to multiple inspections.
 "India vs South Africa 4th T20 called off")
India vs South Africa 4th T20 called off due to fog at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Photo: Anish Kumar
The much-anticipated 4th T20I between India and South Africa at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow was called off due to persistent fog and poor visibility. Fans were left disappointed after several rounds of inspections by the umpires, who hoped for conditions to improve, but with no such luck.
The match was initially delayed due to thick fog, leading to multiple inspections. As the umpires examined the visibility from the batter’s crease and checked the floodlights, it became increasingly clear that the match would not be possible. Despite a few hopeful moments, it was evident that conditions were unlikely to improve, and the decision to call off the match was ultimately inevitable.
The players had been on standby, waiting for the umpires’ verdict after each inspection, but as the fog persisted and the visibility failed to improve, the officials made the final call. Fans, who had eagerly anticipated the game, were left in suspense as the match was abandoned, much to their frustration.
With this unfortunate development, the series remains at 2-1 in India’s favour, and South Africa now faces the challenge of levelling the series in the final match. The disruption of the 4th T20I highlights the unpredictable nature of cricket, where external factors like weather can unexpectedly alter the course of a series.
The players and fans alike will now look forward to the upcoming clash in Ahmedabad, where South Africa will need to bring their best game if they are to force a decider. As for the 4th T20I, it goes down as a weather-affected match, where the game was ultimately not meant to be.
9:31 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE UPDATES 4th T20I: Match abandoned!
The match has been abandoned due to excessive fog at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow after 6 inspections on the night.
9:28 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Visibility at 9:25 PM!
There is still no clearing of the fog as the umpires come down for the final inspection with the match likely to be called off now.
Visibility at 9:24 PM IST
9:03 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Next inspection at 9:25 PM IST!
The next and most probably final inspection has been set for 9:25 PM IST now as the umpires go back to the room after the 5th inspection.
9:01 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Fans being impatient!
Fans using camera lights as their wait continues for 150 mintues and counting...
9:00 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: 5th inspection underway!
The 5th inspection is underway now with the umpires still checking the visibility on ground.
8:58 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Next inspection in a minute!
Next inspection is in the next few minutes as the umpires will go down once again to make a decision as time is running out.
8:36 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Next inspection at 9 PM!
Umpires come back and have a lengthy discussion and have decided to schedule the next inspection at 9 PM at the Ekana Stadium
8:29 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Still no progress!
Unfortunately, there’s no positive update following the latest inspection. The umpires will assess the conditions again at 8:30 PM. The pitch is covered with a large cloth, and dew is visible on the buggy-cam tires, indicating the worsening weather. The situation remains uncertain, with further delays looking likely as the conditions continue to impact the game’s progress.
8:09 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: The wait continues!
The next inspection is now scheduled at 8:30 PM IST as the umpires inspect the conditions and go back in. The pitch has also been covered for now.
IND vs SA
8:00 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Umpires out again!
The visuals show that the fog has apparently worsened with time with the umpires out to inspect the conditions again at the moment. Dale Steyn on air feels that if the match doesn't get started now, we might struggle to get a game in.
7:34 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Next inspection at 8!
Now the next inspection is scheduled for 8 PM IST as the umpires don't see any improvement so far in conditions.
7:33 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Umpires checking visibility!
How are the umpires are checking the visibility?
One umpire is standing at the middle ( of the pitch). One of the other two moves to the two corners of the ground
7:29 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Umpires down on the ground!
With no sign of improvement in the visibility, the umpires are there to inspect the conditions again as the players await the update again.
7:25 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: Visibility still not positive!
This is the visibility update from the stadium at 7:23 PM as the fog is still quite apparent with the opposite stand still not clearly visible from the naked eye. With the inspection expected at 7:30 PM, things look uncertain for the match ton
ight
IND vs SA
7:14 PM
India vs South Africa LIVE TOSS UPDATES 4th T20I: No good news so far!
The conditions remain unchanged, and the umpires are set to conduct another inspection at 7:30 PM. All South African players who were practicing on the field earlier have now returned to the dressing room.
Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel
First Published: Dec 17 2025 | 6:00 PM IST
