
PAK vs SA 1st T20I Match: Pakistan is set to play the first T20I of the much-awaited three-match series against South Africa on Tuesday, October 28 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium at 8:30 PM (IST).
Pakistan had a poor performance in the 2025 Asia Cup last month. Nevertheless, they managed to reach the final. During the tournament, they recorded four wins and three losses, all against arch-rivals India. At home, Pakistan will look to give South Africa a tough fight.
South Africa will be looking to bounce back strongly after their crushing defeat to Namibia in Windhoek earlier this month. Experienced players like Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, and Lungi Ngidi will need to step up and guide the team's young players.
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is expected to be a good pitch for batting. However, the new ball may swing for a few overs. Dew could be a factor, especially in the second innings. The captain who wins the toss may opt to bowl first. The average score has been around 140.
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Aaj ka PAK vs SA match kon jeetega: Overall, the match predictions for the first T20I between Pakistan and South Africa in Rawalpindi on October 28, 2025, show a balanced contest, with Pakistan being considered slight favorites due to home conditions and strong performances from key players like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi. Pakistan is expected to set or chase a target around 180-190 runs.
South Africa's dynamic young batting line-up, led by experienced players like Quinton de Kock and Reeza Hendricks, makes them serious contenders.
Pakistan Playing 11: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha (C), Usman Khan (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Waseem Jnr, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah.
South Africa Playing 11: Quinton de Kock (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Donovan Ferreira (C), George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Nqaba Peter, Lungi Ngidi, Kwena Maphaka, Nandre Burger.
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