ICC World Cup 2019: Match 8, India vs South Africa - Weather Forecast

The ICC World Cup 2019 in England and Wales have stepped onto the second week and we have already witnessed a few exciting encounters. One such tie is on the cards when Indian National Cricket Team take on South Africa who are coming from the back of two defeats on June 5 (Wednesday) at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton. While the Proteas have already played two games, India will want to begin their campaign with a win.

India aim to start with a win

Meanwhile, India will be brimming with confidence and have had a few good days of training. They will aim to start the proceedings with a win, and the team also seems settled. KL Rahul, after that century against Bangladesh, will bat at no four while MS Dhoni will bat at five. The management will go with two spinners and pacers each with Hardik Pandya doing the job of the third seamer. Moreover, they have received a boost of all-rounder Kedar Jadhav who will be available for selection.

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On the other hand, South Africa received a massive blow on the eve of the match at Southampton. Veteran fast bowler Dale Steyn will miss the rest the tournament with an aggravated shoulder injury. Left-arm fast bowler Beuran Hendricks has joined the side and will be available to play on Wednesday. Besides, Lungi Ngidi will also be out of action due to a niggle. Skipper Faf du Plessis will have to motivate the team and come out stronger at Southampton.

Date and Venue: June 5 (Wednesday) from 3:00 PM IST, at the Ageas Bowl, Southampton

Weather Forecast

The temperatures will be on the lower side and chilly morning can assist the fast bowlers. The temperatures will hover around 15-17 degrees Celsius with wind blowing making it more cooler for the players. Meanwhile, much to the dismay of the cricketers from both the camps, it has been raining cats and dogs in the last few days leading to this game. Moreover, rain is on the forecast today as well and one can expect and stop-start of play and overs reduced.

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As a result, Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis will have an eye of the DRS and will take decisions considering that during the toss. Indian National Cricket Team have a good record over South Africa in recent times and will hope to keep the winning run going.

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