In the second T20I match at Kingsmead, Durban, South Africa's captain Laura Wolvaardt won the toss and opted to bowl first against India. Wolvaardt anticipates a slower pitch compared to the previous match, where her team faced challenges in chasing down a target of 158 runs. This match is significant for India as it marks Shafali Verma's 100th T20I appearance. India made two changes to their squad, introducing Anushka Sharma, who is making her international debut after performing well in the Women’s Premier League, and Kranti Goud. The team benched Kashvee Gautam and Renuka Singh following their previous performance, which included 14 wides bowled. The series will proceed to the Highveld after this match, with the next two matches scheduled at the Wanderers and the finale in Benoni.