The second ODI between India and South Africa is set to take place on December 3, 2025, at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur. The match is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM IST. India leads the three-match series 1-0 after a 17-run victory in the first ODI.
Weather Forecast
Raipur is expected to have ideal cricket conditions on Wednesday. The weather forecast indicates clear, hazy sunshine throughout the day, with virtually no threat of rain. The daytime high is projected to be around 29°C, with a RealFeel of 30°C and slightly cooler conditions in the shade. Temperatures are expected to range from 26°C in the morning to 29°C in the afternoon, before dropping to around 12°C by the evening. There is a 0% probability of precipitation, ensuring a full match without weather interruptions. Cloud cover is also reported at 0%, indicating completely clear skies. Winds are likely to blow from the northeast at around 9 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 28 km/h. The air quality index (AQI) is forecast to be in the "poor" category.
Pitch Report
The pitch in Raipur is expected to favor the batters. It is considered a flat surface, which should lead to another high-scoring encounter. The surface tends to be balanced, offering some assistance to both spinners and seamers. However, with international cricket not being a regular feature at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, predicting the pitch's behavior can be challenging. Only one ODI has been played at this venue so far, in January 2023 between India and New Zealand, where India won by 8 wickets. In that match, New Zealand were bowled out for just 108 runs. The pitch behaves like a classic two-paced surface. Early on, it offers enough bounce and carry for batters to trust their timing, but that comfort fades quickly as the wicket begins to wear. Bowling first will be ideal for both teams, as dew is expected to play a role in the second innings.
Team Updates
India will look to seal the series in Raipur after their thrilling victory in Ranchi. Virat Kohli's century and Rohit Sharma's record-breaking six-hitting performance were key highlights of the first ODI. South Africa will be aiming to bounce back and level the series. Temba Bavuma is expected to return to the South African playing XI, which will provide stability at the top of the order.
With clear weather predicted and a pitch favoring batsmen, fans can anticipate another exciting contest between India and South Africa.
