Cricket fans around the world always look forward to the Playing 11 before every match. The confirmed playing XI gives an idea of team strategy, player combinations, and how the match could unfold. Here, you will get the updated Playing 11 for today’s cricket match, along with key details of today’s match.
Today’s Cricket Match 2025
Here is the complete schedule of today’s cricket match –
| Match Date | Tuesday, December 9, 2025 |
| Today Match | India vs South Africa (1st T20I) |
| Captains | SA – Aiden Markram IND – Suryakumar Yadav |
| Toss Timing | 7:00 PM |
| Match Timing | 7:30 PM Onwards |
| Venue/Stadium | Barabati Stadium, Cuttack |
| Match Live Telecast | Star sports channel network |
| Match Live Streaming | Jio Hotstar |
| Who Won Toss Today | – |
| Match Winner | – |
| Today Match Score | – |
Today’s Cricket Match Playing 11 in Cricket
The playing 11 for today’s match is usually announced at the toss. Team selections are based on pitch conditions, player form, and strategy. Final XIs can impact match outcomes, fantasy teams, and predictions, so always check the official list 30 minutes before the start.
| South Africa | Aiden Markram (captain), Dewald Brewis, Tony Di Giorgi, David Miller, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Triston Stubbs, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje. |
| India | Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Verma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh. |
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Playing 11 Related FAQ
Where can I find the confirmed Playing 11 for today’s cricket match?
Check the official cricket league website, sports news websites, or dedicated cricket apps like ESPN Cricinfo or Cricbuzz for the confirmed Playing XI for today’s match.
When is the Playing XI announced in cricket?
The Playing XI is usually announced at the time of the toss, around 30 minutes before the match starts.
Why is today’s Playing 11 important?
Knowing the Playing XI helps fans and fantasy cricket players understand team strategy, player selection, and who might make an impact in the match.
