It’s time for 1st T20I of the South Africa tour of Pakistan 2025, where Pakistan take on South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. Let’s break down the conditions and predictions.
Teams’ Current Form
Pakistan: Coming off impressive performances in their previous T20I series, Pakistan have a settled top order and a formidable bowling attack. Playing at home gives them a clear advantage.
South Africa: South Africa have shown resilience in recent matches, with their middle order in good form. However, adapting quickly to subcontinental conditions will be key.
Pitch and Weather Report
The pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium usually offers good bounce and true pace, favoring stroke play. Pacers can get some movement early, but batters often capitalize during the middle overs.
The weather forecast predicts cool and clear conditions, ideal for T20 cricket. Dew may play a role in the second innings.
- Temperature: 24°C
- Humidity: 62%
- Forecast: Clear skies
- Chances of Rain: 5%
Predicted XIs
Pakistan:
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Salman Ali Agha (C), Usman Khan (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Haseebullah Nawaz, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed
South Africa:
Quinton de Kock (WK), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Reeza Hendricks, Tony de Zorzi, Donovan Ferreira (C), Dewald Brevis, Bjorn Fortuin, George Linde, Nandre Burger, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi
Head-to-Head
Pakistan and South Africa have faced each other 22 times in T20Is. Pakistan lead the head-to-head 13–9, making them favorites at home.
Match Prediction
A score above 175 could be crucial for Pakistan to defend at Rawalpindi. With a strong batting lineup and experienced pace attack, Pakistan are likely to have the upper hand. But South Africa’s explosive middle order could make it a close contest if they bat second.
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