PAK vs SA 1st ODI Match: Pakistan and South Africa will face off in the first match of the three-match ODI series on Tuesday, 4th at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad.
Pakistan vs South Africa Match Details
- Date: November 4, 2025
- Time: 03:30 PM (IST) - 10:00 AM (GMT)
- Venue: Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, Pakistan
- Match: PAK vs SA 1st ODI
- Teams: Pakistan vs South Africa
PAK vs SA Match Prediction
Following a 1-1 draw in the Test series and a 2-1 victory in the T20I series, hosts Pakistan will play South Africa in a three-match ODI series at home. The first match of the series will be played at the Faisalabad Cricket Stadium on November 4. Pakistan will look to extend their dominance over South Africa with another series win, while the Proteas will look to end their tour with a win in the ODI series.
Pakistan and South Africa have faced each other 87 times in ODI cricket history. Of these 87 matches, Pakistan has won 52 times, while South Africa has defeated them 34 times, with one match ending in a draw.
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PAK vs SA 1st ODI Pitch Report
The pitch at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad for the Pakistan vs South Africa 1st ODI on November 4, 2025 is known to be a balanced cricket surface, favourable for both batting and bowling.
- Due to the early moisture and fresh weather, the wicket should be slightly favourable for fast bowlers early in the match, with a balanced one.
- Historically, the average first innings score is around 228, and totals in recent matches have ranged from 210-260, making it a medium-scoring ground.
- It is generally a batsman-friendly pitch, especially in the early stages, and big scores are likely as the game progresses.
- Fast bowlers are likely to get some movement initially, but as the pitch dries out, spinners could play a more effective role, especially in the latter stages of the innings.
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Who will win today's 1st ODI match between Pakistan vs South Africa?
Aaj ka SA vs PAK match kon jeetega: Pakistan is likely to win the first ODI match between Pakistan and South Africa to be held today at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad.
- Pakistan has had a strong recent run, winning four of their last five ODIs and the recently concluded T20I series against South Africa.
- Playing at home is beneficial due to familiarity with the Faisalabad pitch and conditions, which initially offer some assistance to fast bowlers but gradually become more batting-friendly.
- Pakistan's experienced team, led by star batsman Babar Azam, is led by new ODI captain Shaheen Afridi.
- South Africa has fielded a relatively young and inexperienced team under Matthew Breetzke, which may struggle against spin bowling in subcontinental conditions.
- Pakistan has historically dominated South Africa in recent ODIs, with a 6-2 winning record.
PAK vs SA 1st ODI Match Playing 11
Pakistan (PAK) Possible Playing 11: 1. Fakhar Zaman, 2. Saim Ayub, 3. Babar Azam, 4. Agha Salman, 5. Mohammad Rizwan(WK), 6. Hasan Nawaz, 7. Mohammad Nawaz, 8. Faheem Ashraf, 9. Haris Rauf, 10. Shaheen Afridi(C), 11. Naseem Shah
South Africa (SA) Possible Playing 11: 1. Quinton de Kock(WK), 2. Tony de Zorzi(WK), 3. Lhuan-dre Pretorius(WK), 4. Dewald Brevis, 5. Matthew Breetzke(C), 6. Donovan Ferreira(WK), 7. George Linde, 8. Corbin Bosch, 9. Ottneil Baartman, 10. Lizaad Williams, 11. Lungi Ngidi
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