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Pakistan and South Africa will play the third match of the Pakistan ODI Tri-series at the National Stadium in Karachi. The winner of the contest will determine who will play against New Zealand in the finals of the contest. The Blackcaps defeated Pakistan by 78 runs in the opening match of the series. On the other hand, the Proteas were also defeated by New Zealand in a thrilling encounter by 6 wickets. The Blackcaps have remained unbeaten in the series so far.
Match Details: Pakistan ODI Tri Series 2025, 2nd ODI
- Date and Time: February 12, 09:00 am GMT/ 02:30 pm IST/ 02:00 pm Local
- Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
National Stadium Pitch Report:
The pitch at National Stadium Karachi is traditionally known for being batting-friendly, offering good bounce and carry for stroke-making. In the early stages of a match, batters find it easier to score as the surface remains true. However, as the game progresses, spinners come into play due to the pitch slowing down and offering turn. Fast bowlers can extract movement with the new ball, especially under lights in limited overs matches. The surface has historically produced high-scoring encounters but can also assist bowlers if conditions are favorable. Overall, it provides a balanced contest between bat and ball, depending on the match format and weather conditions.
PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan, Kyle Verreynne
- Batters: Temba Bavuma, Fakhar Zaman, Matthew Breetzke
- All-rounders: Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy
- Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Tabraiz Shamsi, Abrar Ahmed
PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
- Choice 1: Fakhar Zaman (c), Abrar Ahmed (vc)
- Choice 2: Temba Bavuma (c), Matthew Breetzke (vc)
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PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Salman Agha, Kamran Ghulam, Eathan Bosch, Junior Dala,
PAK vs SA Dream11 Team for today’s match (February 12, 09:00 am GMT):
Squads:
Pakistan: Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Khushdil Shah, Tayyab Tahir, Salman Agha, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Rizwan (Captain), Usman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi.
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (Captain), Jason Smith, Senuran Muthusamy, Wiaan Mulder, Kyle Verreynne, Matthew Breetzke, Meeka eel Prince, Eathan Bosch, Junior Dala, Mihlali Mpongwana, Gideon Peters, Tabraiz Shamsi, and Lungi Ngidi.
