Tue Nov 12 13:24:40 UTC 2024: ## India Eyes Series Win in Crucial 3rd T20 Against South Africa
**JOHANNESBURG, South Africa:** With the T20 series against South Africa tied at 1-1, India faces a crucial third match on Wednesday night, looking to gain an edge in the four-match contest.
The Indian team is expected to make changes to the lineup, with the most notable being the potential debut of young batsman Jitesh Sharma, who could replace Abhishek Sharma. The latter has struggled in recent matches, scoring only 70 runs in the last seven games.
While the batting lineup remains largely unchanged, the bowling unit might see some reshuffling. Arshdeep Singh or Avesh Khan could be replaced by left-arm pacer Yash Dayal, marking his international debut. If Avesh Khan is dropped, Vijaykumar Vyshak is a potential candidate for the final bowling spot.
The predicted Indian playing XI for the third T20: Jitesh Sharma, Sanju Samson, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi, Arshdeep Singh/Yash Dayal, Avesh Khan/Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Varun Chakravarthy.
India will be looking to build on their previous victory and take a commanding lead in the series. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams fight for the upper hand.
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