The opening game is the first of a four-match series which will conclude in Johannesburg on November 15. It's the first time the two sides have met since the T20 World Cup final earlier this year in which India came out on top to take home the trophy. While many protagonists from that game will not feature in the series, most being rested for the climax of the World Test Championship league stage, there's still plenty of action to take note of.

India are coming off the back of a home Test series whitewash against New Zealand, while South Africa are flying high following two dominant Test wins over Bangladesh. Aiden Markram will captain the Proteas with Temba Bavuma still injured, and is struggling for form in the format having passed 25 only once in his last 14 T20I attempts. He'll be in charge of two potential debutants in the side in Andile Simelane and Mihali Mpongwana.

For India, Tilak Varma is back in the mix having recovered from injury, while they are also likely to give a debut to batting allrounder Ramandeep Singh. Sanju Samson will be back in action at the top following his blistering 111 off 47 balls against Bangladesh in his last T20I outing.

South Africa v India T20Is: Where to watch on TV and live stream

Where to watch in India

Live streaming of the series will be available on JioCinema, while live telecast will take place on Sports 181 and Sports 181 HD.

Where to watch in England

The series will be shown on Sky Sports Cricket, with live streaming available on the SkyGo app.

Where to watch in Australia

Viewers in Australia will be able to watch the series on Fox platforms.

Where to watch in South Africa

The series will be broadcast on Super Sport in the host country.

Where to watch in the USA

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