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New Delhi: With the five-match T20 series tied at 1-1 the excitement has now shifted to the picturesque mountains of Dharamshala. The third T20 match between India and South Africa will be played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala where the weather pitch and dew could all play a crucial role in determining the outcome. Dharamshala Pitch: A Balance Between Batting and Bowling The HPCA Stadium pitch traditionally offers something for both batsmen and bowlers. Fast bowlers get extra bounce and carry in the initial overs while batsmen can play their shots freely once they are set. The average T20 score here has ranged between 137 and 152 although scores exceeding 200 have been recorded in recent matches. Cool Weather but Low Chance of Rain The match scheduled for Sunday December 14 is expected to have temperatures between 9 and 14 degrees Celsius in the evening. While the weather at this high-altitude ground can change rapidly current forecasts predict clear skies and a very low chance of rain. The weather will be pleasant for spectators but the cold could pose a challenge for the players. Dew to be the Biggest Factor Due to Dharamshalas altitude and cool evenings heavy dew is highly likely after sunset. This could make the ball wet in the second innings making it difficult for bowlers to grip the ball. A wet ball tends to skid on the fast outfield making it easier for batsmen to hit boundaries. This could trouble both spinners and fast bowlers. The Toss Could be Decisive Given these conditions the team winning the toss is likely to choose to bowl first. Fast bowlers can take advantage of the early assistance with the new ball while the dew could work in the batsmens favor when chasing a target. This is why batting second is often considered advantageous in night matches at Dharamshala. Story Highlights The third T20 between India and South Africa will be played in Dharamshala. The bouncy pitch and fast outfield could benefit the batsmen. Dew could be a major factor in the match due to the cold weather. The team winning the toss is likely to choose to bowl first.