Fresh off a T20I series victory, Pakistan takes on South Africa in the first ODI at Faisalabad’s Iqbal Stadium. The hosts, led by new captain Shaheen Afridi, aim to start their 50-over campaign on a high, while the Proteas look to bounce back with a fresh squad.
Pakistan vs South Africa Win Probability
PAK vs RSA Batting Tips
Pakistan vs South Africa Match Details, 1st ODI
| Match | South Africa Tour of Pakistan, 1st ODI |
| Date | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 |
| Time | 03:30 PM (IST), 03:00 PM (LOCAL) |
| Venue | Iqbal Cricket Stadium, Faisalabad |
| Live Streaming (TV) | NA |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | FanCode |
PAK vs RSA Today Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)
Pakistan are the clear favourites to win the series opener. They carry significant momentum and confidence from their T20I series win and are playing in familiar home conditions. The hosts boast a more experienced and settled squad, with proven match-winners like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi. While South Africa will be competitive, Pakistan’s overall strength and home advantage make them the likely winners as they look to improve their standing in the ICC World Cup Super League
Pakistan vs South Africa Head to Head (ODIs)
| Total Match Played | 87 |
| RSA Won | 34 |
| PAK Won | 52 |
| Draw | 00 |
PAK vs RSA Teams Preview (Top Players to Watch out)
Pakistan
The hosts are led by new ODI captain Shaheen Afridi. Their batting is formidable, featuring the explosive Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub at the top, followed by the world-class Babar Azam and the reliable Mohammad Rizwan. The bowling attack is potent, led by Afridi himself, with strong support from Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf.
PAK Predicted Playing XI-
Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
Top Player to Watch out- Babar Azam & Mohammad Rizwan
South Africa
The Proteas have a new-look squad led by captain Matthew Breetzke. Their batting will rely on the experienced Quinton de Kock at the top, with support from Tony de Zorzi and Breetzke himself. The bowling will depend on the pace of Lungi Ngidi and Lizaad Williams, and the all-round skills of Corbin Bosch and George Linde.
RSA Predicted Playing XI-
Matthew Breetzke (C), Quinton de Kock (WK), Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brewis, Donovan Ferreira, Lhuan dre Pretorius/Sinethemba Qeshile (wk), Corbin Bosch, George Linde, Lizaad Williams, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi
Top Player to Watch- Matthew Breetzke & Dewald Brewis
PAK vs RSA Weather & Pitch Report
The Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad is hosting an ODI after 17 years. The average first-innings score here is around 228, with Pakistan holding a good record at this venue. A fresh pitch is expected, which might offer something for the bowlers initially.
The forecast for Faisalabad is sunny with a gentle breeze, providing excellent conditions for a full game of cricket.
Pakistan vs South Africa Dream11 Team
- Wicket-keeper- Mohammad Rizwan (VC), Quinton de Kock
- Batter- Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Matthew Breetzke
- All-rounder- Salman Agha, George Linde
- Bowler- Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Lungi Ngidi, Haris Rauf
Pro Tip- Always check your Dream 11 team after final playing XI announcements, typically half an hour before the match. Review lineups post 08:00 AM IST for timely adjustments.
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