After a clinical seven-wicket victory in Dharamshala, the Indian team has moved to the state capital of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow, for the fourth T20I. With a 2-1 lead in the five-match series, Suryakumar Yadav and his men are just one win away from sealing the series. Conversely, this is a must-win "do-or-die" encounter for Aiden Markram’s South Africa to keep the series alive.
IND vs SA 4th T20I: Match Details, Venue and Streaming Info
- Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
- Venue: Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
- Match Start Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Toss Time: 6:30 PM IST
Where to Watch Live in India?
Fans can catch the action across multiple platforms:
- TV Telecast: The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, etc.).
- Live Streaming: You can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Series So Far: A Quick Recap
India started the series with a massive 101-run win in Cuttack, but the Proteas fought back in Chandigarh to level it. The third game in Dharamshala was a masterclass in bowling from Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana, who restricted South Africa to 117. India chased it down comfortably in 15.5 overs thanks to contributions from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma.
Pitch and Conditions
The Ekana Stadium is known for its slower surface that traditionally assists spinners like Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav. However, the "Dew Factor" will be a major consideration in the second innings, making the toss crucial for both captains.
