India and South Africa have used their ongoing T20 series as a purposeful challenge ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup, with both sides comfortable in uncertainty to test combinations and sharpen plans. After splitting the first two matches, each team has endured mixed results that highlight growth areas from India experimenting with batting positions and bowling roles to South Africa seeking consistency in their lineup.
The teams now head to Dharamsala for the third T20I on Sunday, aiming to gain answers and momentum in conditions not seen in international cricket for over two years.