India's desire to start the process of finding an ideal combination for the T20 World Cup 2024 suffered a minor dent as the SA vs IND 1st T20I was abandoned without a ball being bowled after persistent rain on Sunday. In fact, even the toss did not take place.

Now, the 'Men in Blue' are left with just five T20Is, two more against the Proteas and three games against Afghanistan at home in January, ahead of next year's showpiece in the West Indies and the USA.