The defending champions have been flawless throughout the campaign and are just two steps away from retaining their crown. On the other hand, the hosts have led a solid campaign apart from stumbling during their group-stage encounter against England.
After winning the toss, India skipper Saharan said, “We’ll bowl first. There is always something in the morning, and this is a new wicket for us. We were prepared to bowl first as well, we lost the toss a couple of times that’s why we have had to always bat. We are completely prepared, the pressure and outside noise doesn’t concern us. We want to just execute our plans.”
South Africa skipper Juan James said at the time of the toss, “Would have liked to bowl first as well. Just want the boys to go out there and enjoy themselves. We feel confident playing them, we’ve beaten them twice. One change for us.”