IND-A vs SA-A 2025: India A vs South Africa A 2nd Unofficial Test Match Prediction - Who will win today's match between IND-A vs SA-A Test match?

After registering a thrilling victory in the first Test match, India A will face South Africa A in the second unofficial Test match, scheduled to be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru from Thursday, November 6 to Sunday, November 9.

India A

Rishabh Pant returned to red-ball cricket with a bang, leading India-A to a magnificent victory by 3 wickets in the first unofficial Test match against South Africa A. The wicketkeeper also played a key knock in the second innings, scoring 90 runs from just 113 balls with four sixes and 11 boundaries. Young players like Ayush Mhatre, Ayush Badoni, Anshul Kamboj, and Tanush Kotian also showed their skills. For the second Test match, India A will get a boost as the key players, including KL Rahul, Kuldeep Yadav, Prasidh, Siraj, Akash Deep and Jurel, will return for this clash. With a 1-0 lead already in the two-match series, India A will look to whitewash the visitors when they take the field for the second Test.

South Africa A

South Africa A will be looking to bounce back after a defeat in the opening Test match. South Africa A showed a great showdown with their skills, their rising talents roared back brilliant performance. Jordan Hermann, Zubyr Hamza, and Rubin Hermann all scored their half-centuries in the first innings, while Prenelan Subrayen took a fifer in the first innings. They came close but unfortunately couldn't cross the winning line. South Africa A will also get a major boost as Temba Bavuma is all set to participate in the second unofficial match after recovering from a calf injury.

IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test Match Details

IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test Pitch Report

The surface at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground in Bengaluru is likely to be a balanced track, which will help both batsmen and fast bowlers. Batters will need to play cautiously during the start of the innings; once they get settled, they will likely go the long innings. There is not much data on the pitch cards, but teams are likely to extract good help from this batting-friendly surface. 

IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test Weather Report

The weather is expected to remain dry and cloudy throughout the entire match, with no rain predicted. The conditions are expected to be warm for this match on the final day, with the highest temperature expected to hit nearly 29°C during the day, and a humidity of 80%.

IND-A vs SA-A Head-to-Head Records

• This is their second face-off in this format. The first match was won by India A. 

IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test Probable XI

• India A: Rishabh Pant (c/wk), Ayush Mhatre, KL Rahul, Rajat Patidar, Sai Sudharsan, Dhruv Jurel, Devdutt Padikkal, Kuldeep Yadav, Tanush Kotian, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna

• South Africa A: Jordann Hermann, Temba Bavuma, Zubayr Hamza, Marques Ackerman (c), Rivaldo Moosamy, Rubin Hermann (wk), Codi Yusuf, Okuhle Cele, Tashepo Moreki, Prenelan Subrayan, Tiaan Van Vuuren

Players To Watch Out For In the IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test Match

• Rishabh Pant | IND-A: The left-handed batter returned to red-ball cricket with a bang, scoring a blistering 90-run knock in his return match after recovering from a foot injury he sustained during the England tour. He will be confident enough to score more runs in the second match, and will aim to end the series positively before the big Proteas task.

• Tanush Kotian | IND-A: This spin bowling all-rounder played a crucial role for the team in the opening match, taking 8 wickets in the match and scoring a crucial 23 runs in batting. While the senior players return for this match, all eyes will be on this star player as well. 

• Jordan Hermann | SA-A: Jordan Hermann, the top-order batter of the South Africa A team, carried his form from the last tour and scored a brilliant half-century in the first innings. He will look to contribute more in the second match.

IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test Toss Prediction

Historical Toss-Winning Stats at the Venue

• In the last four Test matches played at this venue, the teams that won the toss have opted to bowl on all four occasions.

Advantages of Bowling First on This Pitch

• The team batting second at this venue has won two games in the last four matches, whereas the two matches have resulted in a draw. 

IND-A vs SA-A Today's Match Scenario

Scenario 1

• Toss Winner: SA-A (opts to bowl first)
• IND 1st Innings: 345-360
• IND 2nd Innings: 290-320
• Match Result: Draw 

Scenario 2

• Toss Winner: IND-A (opts to bowl first)
• SA 1st Innings: 335-345
• SA 2nd Innings: 240-280
• Match Result: India

Who will win today's IND-A vs SA-A 2nd Test match?

Both India A and South Africa A arrived in this two-match series on the back of good form. However, India A exploited their home advantage and registered a clinical victory in the opening match. With the return of key players for this match, India A will get a boost in their batting and bowling lineup, making them favourable to win the second match as well. However, South Africa A will look to end the series on a positive note before moving to the ODIs.