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Summary:

The 4th T20 match between India and South Africa in Lucknow is delayed due to heavy fog. The toss was originally scheduled for 6:30 PM IST and the match for 7:00 PM IST, but the toss is now expected to take place at 7:30 PM IST. India is looking to clinch the series with a win, while South Africa aims to level the series. Axar Patel is out of the series due to illness and has been replaced by Shahbaz Ahmed, but Kuldeep is expected to continue in Axar’s place. Bumrah is set to return to the Indian side after missing the previous match due to personal reasons. South Africa has been struggling with inconsistent batting and a high number of losses since the last T20 World Cup.

News Article:

Fog Delays India-South Africa 4th T20 in Lucknow

Lucknow, December 17 – The highly anticipated 4th T20 international between India and South Africa at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow has been delayed due to heavy fog. The toss, initially scheduled for 6:30 PM IST, has been pushed back to 7:30 PM IST. The match was scheduled to start at 7:00 PM IST.

“The fog is so dense, you can’t even see the spectators in the stands opposite us,” commented one of the broadcasters from the ground.

India currently leads the series 2-1 and will be looking to seal the series victory today. However, South Africa, facing a 1-2 deficit, will aim to level the series.

Team India has made a few changes to their squad. All-rounder Axar Patel is out due to illness and has been replaced by Shahbaz Ahmed. However, Kuldeep Yadav is expected to hold his spot in the team. Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is set to return to the playing XI after missing the previous match due to personal reasons.

South Africa has been facing issues with batting consistency and looking for stable form.

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