Updated: December 17, 2025 10:09 PM IST 
The fourth T20I between India and South Africa was cancelled on Wednesday without any play because thick smog made visibility very poor at the Ekana Stadium. The toss was pushed back as the ground was covered in smog and after several checks, the umpires decided to call off the game. India currently lead the five-match series 2-1.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: That’s all from Lucknow. The fourth T20I was called off because thick fog and smog, along with dangerous air quality, made play impossible at Ekana Stadium. Fans can now look ahead to the final match of the series in Ahmedabad on December 19. After what happened tonight, everyone will be hoping for clearer weather and better conditions in the west.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: The fourth T20I between India and South Africa has been cancelled because thick fog and low visibility continued at Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Even after several checks, the conditions did not get better and the umpires were left with no choice but to call off the match without any play.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: The Match is abandoned due to excessive fog at Lucknow
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: The delay goes on at Ekana Stadium, with officials getting ready for the next inspection.
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India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: Mayanti Langer has confirmed on the live broadcast that 9:46 PM IST is the final time to begin a minimum five-overs-a-side match in Lucknow. As fog continues to slow things down at Ekana Stadium, the chances of getting any play in the fourth T20I are fading fast.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: The game is still delayed at Ekana Stadium because thick fog is making it hard to see. Match officials said the next check will happen at 9:25 PM, while players from both teams wait to find out if the fourth T20I can start.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: The umpires have gone onto the field for another check at Ekana Stadium, as the thick fog and poor visibility are still holding up the start of the fourth T20I.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: Meanwhile, the IPL 2026 auction ended in Abu Dhabi, with 77 players sold in total, including 29 from overseas, for Rs 204 crore. Australia’s all-rounder Cameron Green became the most expensive player at the auction, as Kolkata Knight Riders spent a huge Rs 25.20 crore to buy him.
India vs South Africa 2025 4th T20 Match Live Scores: The delay goes on. We have been informed that the next inspection is scheduled for 9 PM IST. It has been a strange wait so far, as the conditions haven’t improved, yet the umpires keep postponing the start time.
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