The India vs South Africa cricket rivalry has seen intense competition across all formats, with both teams finding ways to dominate at different times. Let’s take a look at how each team has performed against the other in ODIs, T20Is, and Test matches.
ODI Format
India and South Africa have faced each other 94 times in One Day Internationals (ODIs). South Africa has held a slight advantage over India in this format, winning 51 matches compared to India’s 40 victories. Three matches ended with no result. Despite South Africa’s lead, India has shown strong performances in recent years, narrowing the gap and proving to be a strong opponent in ODIs.
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T20I Format
In the shorter T20I format, India has a better record against South Africa. Out of the 27 T20I matches played between the two teams, India has won 15, while South Africa has won 11, with one match having no result. This format has brought out India’s strengths, especially with their depth in batting and adaptability, giving them a slight edge over South Africa in T20Is.
Test Format
The Test matches between India and South Africa have been closely contested, with South Africa having a slight upper hand. In the 44 Tests played, South Africa has won 18 matches, while India has claimed 16 victories. Ten of these encounters ended in draws. South Africa’s strength in fast bowling has often troubled India, especially on South African pitches, giving them a slight edge overall. However, India has proven to be a tough opponent, especially on home soil.
Head-to-Head Summary Table
| Format | Matches Played | India Won | South Africa Won | Draw/No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 94 | 40 | 51 | 3 (No Result) |
| T20I | 27 | 15 | 11 | 1 (No Result) |
| Test | 44 | 16 | 18 | 10 (Draw) |
In summary, while South Africa leads in ODIs and Tests, India has had the upper hand in T20Is.