Here’s a detailed comparison of the historical head-to-head record between India and South Africa across different cricket formats:
Test Matches:
| Format | Matches Played | India Wins | South Africa Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 44 | 16 | 18 | 10 |
In Test cricket, India and South Africa have faced each other in 44 matches. India has won 16 of these encounters, while South Africa has emerged victorious 18 times. The remaining 10 matches ended in draws.
One Day Internationals (ODIs):
| Format | Matches Played | India Wins | South Africa Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 94 | 40 | 51 | 3 |
In ODIs, India and South Africa have played 94 matches. India has won 40 of these matches, while South Africa has won 51 times. Additionally, 3 matches ended without a result.
Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is):
| Format | Matches Played | India Wins | South Africa Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 26 | 14 | 11 | 1 |
In T20Is, India and South Africa have competed in 26 matches. India has won 14 of these matches, while South Africa has won 11 times. One match ended without a result.
Overall, in Test cricket, South Africa holds a slight edge, while India has a better record in ODIs and T20Is. These statistics provide an overview of the competitive history between the two cricketing nations across different formats.