Key Highlights
- Shubman Gill is included in the T20I squad against South Africa after recovering from a neck injury.
- His participation is subject to fitness clearance from the BCCI.
- Hardik Pandya returns to the squad following a two-month injury layoff.
- The T20I series starts on December 9 and serves as preparation for the T20 World Cup.
- India's squad aims to finalize selections ahead of the home World Cup scheduled for February-March 2026.

