Bhubaneswar, Nov. 30 -- Excitement is building across Odisha as Barabati Stadium in Cuttack gears up to host the first T20 International between India and South Africa on December 9. Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the high-voltage clash, and preparations at the iconic venue are nearing completion.

Ahead of the match, Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) Secretary Sanjay Behera visited the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri on Sunday, where he offered prayers and formally invited the Holy Trinity for the successful conduct of the event. As a symbolic gesture, he dedicated the first match ticket at the feet of Lord Jagannath.

Speaking to the media after the temple visit, Behera said he prayed for the smooth organisation of the match and wished...