IND-A vs SA-A Dream11 Prediction – 1st Unofficial ODI, South Africa A Tour of India 2025
India A and South Africa A will lock horns in the 1st Unofficial ODI of the 2025 series on 13 November 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai. This fixture marks the beginning of a highly anticipated A-team series, crucial for identifying future senior team prospects.
India A will rely on their strong batting core and spin-friendly conditions in Chennai, while South Africa A will depend on their pace attack and young all-rounders to challenge the hosts.
Match Details
- Match: India A vs South Africa A – 1st Unofficial ODI
- Date: 13 November 2025
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Format: One Day (50 overs)
Team Previews
India A (IND-A)
India A’s squad features promising young talent mixed with domestic giants. Conditions at Chepauk usually assist spinners, giving the home team an advantage. Their top-order strength and middle-order stability make them favourites.
Key Strengths:
- Spin-friendly conditions
- Strong domestic performers
- Better understanding of venue behaviour
Possible Weakness:
- Pace attack needs early breakthroughs
South Africa A (SA-A)
South Africa A bring an exciting mix of batting power and emerging bowlers. Their challenge will be adapting to slow Chennai conditions, especially against quality Indian spin.
Key Strengths:
- Talented young core
- Balanced top-order
- All-round depth
Possible Weakness:
- Less experience in subcontinent pitches
Probable Playing XIs
India A – Probable XI
- Abhishek Sharma
- Sai Sudharsan
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (c)
- Rajat Patidar
- Sarfaraz Khan
- Dhruv Jurel (wk)
- Washington Sundar
- Rishi Dhawan
- Mayank Markande
- Mukesh Kumar
- Avesh Khan
South Africa A – Probable XI
- Tony de Zorzi
- Tristan Stubbs
- Dewald Brevis
- Donovan Ferreira
- Matthew Breetzke (wk)
- George Linde
- Mihlali Mpongwana
- Nandre Burger
- Lungi Ngidi
- Bjorn Fortuin
- Ottniel Baartman
(Final XIs to be confirmed at toss.)
Top Fantasy Picks
India A
- Abhishek Sharma: Aggressive opener; high ceiling in white-ball cricket.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad: Anchor + stroke-player; perfect for fantasy consistency.
- Washington Sundar: All-round value; likely to bowl key overs.
- Mukesh Kumar: Reliable new-ball bowler with wicket-taking rhythm.
South Africa A
- Dewald Brevis: Explosive batter; can change the game quickly.
- Matthew Breetzke: Wicket-keeper batter with good ODI temperament.
- George Linde: All-rounder — useful with both bat and ball.
- Lungi Ngidi: Strike bowler capable of early breakthroughs.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain: Abhishek Sharma / Dewald Brevis
- Vice-Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad / George Linde
Match Prediction
India A have the advantage due to familiarity with Chennai’s dry, spin-friendly conditions. South Africa A have the potential to challenge, but adapting quickly will be crucial.
Prediction: India A to win the 1st Unofficial ODI.
Fantasy Tips
- Pick at least 2 spinners, as Chepauk assists turn.
- Prefer top-order batters due to high value in ODI formats.
- All-rounders like Washington Sundar and George Linde are must-pick players.
- Best team combination: 7 players from India A + 4 from South Africa A.
Conclusion
The IND-A vs SA-A 1st Unofficial ODI is expected to be a tactical, high-quality game. Build your Dream11 cricket lineup around top-order batters, spin options, and reliable all-rounders. While India A hold an edge, South Africa A have enough talent to surprise.
