PAK vs SA 1st ODI Match Prediction by E28: Match Details, Pitch Report & Betting Tips– Who Will Win
The 1st ODI match between Pakistan vs South Africa is expected to be a thrilling contest. Both teams are well-prepared, but South Africa appear stronger on paper. They have a more experienced lineup and a good record against Pakistan. According to E28, South Africa have a higher chance of winning this encounter.
Pakistan vs South Africa, Match Details
Location: Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
Venue: Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
Date & Time: 4th November / 2:30 PM IST (Local Time)
Streaming: Fancode App
Established: 1978
Capacity: 17,000
Owner: Pakistan Cricket Board
Home Team: Pakistan National Cricket Team
End Names: Pavilion End & Golf Course End
Floodlights: Yes
PAK vs SA ODI Head-to-Head Records
Total Matches: 87
Pakistan Wins: 34
South Africa Wins: 52
No Result: 0
Tie: 0
Team Form (Last Five Matches — Most Recent First)
Pakistan: L, L, W, L, L
South Africa: L, W, W, L, W
PAK vs SA Recent Head-to-Head (Last Five Matches)
Pakistan won on 12 February 2025
Pakistan won on 22 December 2024
Pakistan won on 19 December 2024
Pakistan won on 17 December 2024
South Africa won on 27 October 2023
Pakistan vs South Africa, Weather Report
Temperature: 28°C
Humidity: 50%
Wind Speed: 13 km/h
Cloud Cover: 0%
The weather in Faisalabad is expected to be clear and dry, providing ideal conditions for a full 50-over game.
PAK vs SA Pitch Report
The Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad offers a balanced pitch that slightly favors batters early on. Teams winning the toss often choose to bat first, as the surface allows good stroke play in the first half.
Fast bowlers tend to perform well during the middle overs when the pitch slows down.
As the match progresses, the pitch can offer some bounce and seam movement.
Batting becomes more challenging under lights.
The average first innings score here is around 228 runs, with the highest total being 314/7 and the lowest 151/10.
Overall, it’s a batting-friendly pitch that rewards timing and patience.
Pakistan vs South Africa, Probable Playing XI
Pakistan (PAK):
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan (WK), Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha, Babar Azam, Mohammad Haris (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi ©, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
South Africa (SA):
Matthew Breetzke ©, Quinton de Kock (WK), Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Donovan Ferreira, Corbin Bosch, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Ottneil Baartman
PAK vs SA, Injury and Availability News
There are no major injury updates for either team as of now. Any changes or last-minute updates will be added once available.
Pakistan vs South Africa, Betting Tips
Who Will Win The Toss: Pakistan
Match Winner: South Africa
Total Boundaries: 35+
Player of the Match: Quinton de Kock
1st Innings Total: 160+
Most Wicket-Taker: Nandre Burger
My Prediction
South Africa looks more balanced and experienced in both batting and bowling departments. Their top order, led by Quinton de Kock and Tony de Zorzi, can put up strong totals, while their pace attack — featuring Nandre Burger and Lungi Ngidi — can exploit the conditions effectively.
E28 Prediction:
👉 South Africa will win this match.