PAK vs SA Match Analysis
The 1st T20I between Pakistan and South Africa will light up the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on October 28, 2025, starting at 6:00 PM local time. With two aggressive, youthful sides led by fresh-thinking captains, the contest promises high-octane entertainment under lights.
Pakistan enters this series hungry to bounce back after their narrow Asia Cup final defeat to India. Under new leadership, they’ve embraced a brand of fearless cricket where young power-hitters mix with established match-winners.
South Africa arrives in Pakistan with a relatively young T20 side built around explosive talent and domestic standouts. After a tough loss to Namibia earlier this month, they’ll be eager to prove that result was a mere blip.
Pakistan vs South Africa Team Preview & Squads
Pakistan
Skipper Salman Agha has grown into a versatile leader, known for his composure under pressure and tactical awareness in crunch moments. His ability to anchor innings while rotating his bowlers cleverly makes him an asset in shorter formats.
Pakistan’s batting lineup looks balanced with the flair of Saim Ayub and Babar Azam at the top, backed by finishers like Abdul Samad and Usman Khan. The inclusion of Salman Agha and Mohammad Nawaz adds middle-order stability and left-right balance..
The bowling attack carries both firepower and variation spearheaded by Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah. Abrar Ahmed’s mystery spin and Mohammad Wasim’s variations make this a complete unit capable of defending moderate totals.
In their last outing, the Asia Cup 2025 final against India in Dubai, Pakistan fell short by 5 wickets. Batting first, they managed just 146, unable to capitalize on early starts. Despite a fighting spell from Shaheen, India chased down the target in 19.4 overs, showcasing Pakistan’s struggle to finish strong.
Pakistan Squad
Pakistan
Salman Agha (c), Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Usman Khan (wk), Usman Tariq.
South Africa
Donovan Ferreira leads a young South African side with an attacking mindset and sharp cricketing instincts. A dynamic middle-order batter and occasional keeper, Ferreira brings positive energy to the group.
With Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock, and Tony de Zorzi in the top order, South Africa possesses experience mixed with innovation. The presence of Dewald Brevis and Matthew Breetzke gives them explosive hitting power in the middle.
The Proteas’ bowling attack revolves around pace and precision led by Lungi Ngidi, Nandre Burger, and Lizaad Williams. George Linde’s spin provides crucial control in the middle overs, while Ottneil Baartman adds death-over expertise.
In their last fixture, South Africa lost to Namibia by 4 wickets in Windhoek, a shock defeat that exposed their batting inconsistencies. Defending 134/8, the Proteas couldn’t hold their nerve in the final overs as Namibia chased down the target off the last ball. Brevis and Ferreira showed promise with the bat, but the bowling lacked bite in clutch situations.
South Africa Squad
South Africa
Donovan Ferreira (c), Ottneil Baartman, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Quinton de Kock (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Reeza Hendricks, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Nqabayomzi Peter, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Andile Simelane, Lizaad Williams.
Match Details | ||
Match | Pakistan vs South Africa | 1st T20I | South Africa tour of Pakistan 2025 | |
Date | 28/10/2025 (Tuesday) | |
Time | 09:00 PM (BDT) / 08:00 PM (PKT) / 08:30 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | |
Recent performance | Pakistan – W L W W L | South Africa – L W L A L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub(SLH) | |
PAK vs SA Outfield Report
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
The Rawalpindi pitch generally offers early seam movement before flattening out, making it a balanced venue for both batters and bowlers. Spinners come into play during the middle overs, especially under dry evening conditions. Expect a fast-paced game with some help for pacers upfront and value for shots later on.
The weather is expected to be clear and mild, with a pleasant temperature of around 23°C in the evening. Dew could play a factor in the second innings, favoring teams that chase. Visibility and humidity levels should make for ideal T20 conditions.
Rawalpindi has seen first-innings scores typically ranging between 160–185, with anything above 190 considered competitive. Chasing teams have enjoyed moderate success here, thanks to dew and short boundaries. However, early wickets often swing momentum dramatically in night matches.
Pakistan vs South Africa Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five T20I encounters, Pakistan lead 3–2, though most games have been closely fought thrillers. Both sides have exchanged wins across home and away conditions, making this series opener too close to call — and potentially a tone-setter for a fiercely contested tour.
PAK vs SA Prediction
Event | Pakistan | South Africa |
Toss Winner | – | South Africa |
Player of the Match | – | Dewald Brevis |
Top Run Scorer | Mohammad Nawaz | Dewald Brevis |
Top Wicket Taker | Shaheen Shah Afridi | Lungi Ngidi |
Most Sixes | Mohammad Nawaz | Dewald Brevis |
Predicted Score | 160+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 45% | 55% |
According to cricket analysts South Africa have a 55% chance of Winning.
Disclaimer: This cricket prediction reflects the author’s personal insights and analysis. We encourage readers to review the points shared and draw their own conclusions.
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