India vs South Africa, 4th T20I – South Africa tour of India 2025/26, takes place today, December 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM local time (7:00 PM IST) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
India holds a 2-1 series lead after a dominant seven-wicket win in the third T20I on December 14, where they chased down 121 with ease, putting South Africa on the brink of a series loss. A victory here seals an unassailable 3-1 advantage, boosting momentum ahead of the T20 World Cup next year under Suryakumar Yadav’s captaincy, where they’ve won over 80% of matches. South Africa desperately needs a win to stay alive in the five-match series, drawing on their explosive batting to level things up on a pitch expected to favor early strokeplay.
India has been ruthless, winning the opener by 101 runs on December 9 and bouncing back from a 51-run loss in the second T20I on December 11 with a clinical display in Dharamsala. Their bowling, led by spinners and pacers, has stifled South Africa, while the top order fired in the last game. South Africa showed fight with a big total in the second match but collapsed spectacularly in the third, highlighting batting inconsistencies away from home.
Head-to-Head
India dominates the T20I record with superior wins overall, though exact totals reflect their edge in recent bilateral clashes—India has won three of the last five meetings. Key results: India beat SA by 7 wickets (Dec 14, 2025), SA won by 51 runs (Dec 11, 2025), India by 101 runs (Dec 9, 2025), India by 135 runs (Nov 15, 2024), and India by 11 runs (Nov 13, 2024).
IND vs SA Match Details
- Match: 4th T20 Match
- Teams: India vs South Africa 4th T20
- Date: 17 December 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM / 8:00 AM GMT / 1:30 PM LOCAL
- Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
IND vs SA Live Streaming Info
The 4th T20 Match between India vs South Africa is scheduled for December 17, 2025. This T20 match is at Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
- In India: The match will be broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live streaming will be available on FanCode and Amazon Prime Video (SonyLiv app).
- In New Zealand: The match will be telecast on TVNZ 1 and streamed live on Sky Sport Now.
- In Australia: Telecast is available on Foxtel, Kayo Sports, and Fox Cricket channel (Channel 501) with live streaming on Kayo and Foxtel platforms.
- In Pakistan and other regions, platforms like Tapmad may also provide live streaming options
How to Watch the Match for Free:
On TV: The match is available free on DD Sports if you have a DD Free Dish connection; this lets you watch the game without any extra subscription fee.
On apps/sites: Live streaming is officially on JioCinema/Disney+ Hotstar (as per current rights), but these usually require at least a basic mobile or bundled plan; full live action is not generally free, though highlights are often available at no cost after the match.
Live Streaming Info:
The 4th t20 will be live on Willow TV.
Live Score Info:
Probable Playing XI:
India Probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy.
South Africa Probable XI: Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock (wk), Aiden Markram (c), Dewald Brevis, David Miller, Donovan Ferreira, George Linde, Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Lungi Ngidi, Ottneil Baartman.
Team Analysis: India
India’s strength lies in their balanced attack and explosive middle order, with Suryakumar Yadav anchoring leadership despite recent low scores, and pacers like Arshdeep Singh troubling Proteas openers. Weaknesses include Axar Patel’s absence due to illness and uncertainty over Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness after skipping the third game. Key performers: Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill at the top, Hardik Pandya’s all-round impact, and Kuldeep Yadav’s spin wizardry in recent outings.
Team Analysis: South Africa
South Africa’s top-order firepower, spearheaded by Quinton de Kock’s 90 in the second T20I, remains their biggest weapon, complemented by Aiden Markram’s captaincy and David Miller’s finishing. Bowling lacks bite without full strength, exposed by India’s chases, and their middle order has crumbled under pressure. Standouts include Reeza Hendricks for stability and Marco Jansen’s seam movement, but consistency eludes them on subcontinental tracks.
Pitch and Weather
Lucknow’s Ekana Stadium pitch offers early bounce for batters but slows down, assisting spinners later—averaging 160-170 in T20Is. Weather looks clear with minimal rain risk tonight, temperatures around 18-20°C, ensuring a full game.