India's ODI future begins with a match against South Africa at the Wanderers in Johannesburg. Young players are expected to make an impression in this new era for both teams as they prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025. KL Rahul, leading India in the series, aims to secure a longer captaincy tenure with a victory. Rinku Singh may make his ODI debut, joining Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Shreyas Iyer. The Indian team management hopes these young players can fill the gaps against a weakened South African attack without Anrich Nortje and Kagiso Rabada.