As the stage is set for the high-octane India vs South Africa 1st ODI at the JSCA International Stadium Complex on Sunday, December 1, 2025, cricket fans across the nation are keeping a close eye on Ranchi’s weather patterns, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a day of mild temperatures in the early 20s Celsius, intermittent cloud cover, and a low but lingering risk of light showers that could add an element of unpredictability to the marquee clash.