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 seems stronger on paper. Their squad includes several experienced players who have performed consistently against Pakistan in the past. According to E28, South Africa has a higher probability of winning this match.
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 Platform: Fancode App
Established: 1978
Stadium 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 Head-to-Head Records
Total Matches: 87
Pakistan Wins: 34
South Africa Wins: 52
No Result: 0
Tie: 0
South Africa leads the head-to-head record, which shows their dominance over Pakistan in the ODI format.
Team Form — Last Five Matches
Pakistan: L, L, W, L, L
South Africa: L, W, W, L, W
South Africa has shown better consistency recently, winning more of their last few matches compared to Pakistan.
Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
Pakistan defeated South Africa on 12 February 2025.
Pakistan also won on 22 December 2024 and 19 December 2024.
Another win came on 17 December 2024.
South Africa last defeated Pakistan on 27 October 2023.
Although Pakistan recently won more head-to-head matches, South Africa remains a stronger overall ODI side.
Weather Report
Temperature: Around 28°C
Humidity: Approximately 50%
Wind Speed: 13 km/h
Cloud Cover: Clear skies
The weather in Faisalabad is expected to remain pleasant, with no rain interruptions predicted during the match.
Pitch Report — Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
Iqbal Stadium offers a batting-friendly surface with some help for fast bowlers. Teams winning the toss generally choose to bat first, as the pitch provides early runs before slowing down in the middle overs.
Key Points:
Fast bowlers often perform well due to movement and bounce.
Batting becomes tougher as the match progresses.
The average first innings score is around 228.
Highest score recorded: 314/7.
Lowest score recorded: 151/10.
Overall, this pitch supports both batters and bowlers, depending on how the game unfolds.
Pakistan vs South Africa, Probable Playing XIs
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
Both teams have a strong combination of batters and bowlers, but South Africa’s lineup looks more balanced with explosive batters and attacking pacers.
PAK vs SA — Injury and Availability News
Currently, there are no reported injuries or unavailability issues in either squad. Updates will be provided if any player becomes unavailable before the match.
Pakistan vs South Africa, Betting Tips
Who Will Win the Toss: Pakistan
Match Winner: South Africa
Total Boundaries Expected: 35+
Player of the Match Prediction: Quinton de Kock
1st Innings Total Prediction: 160+
Most Wicket Taker Prediction: Nandre Burger
My Prediction
South Africa is likely to win this match. Their squad has more balance, with experienced batters and a powerful bowling attack. Pakistan will rely heavily on Babar Azam’s leadership and Shaheen Afridi’s early breakthroughs, but South Africa’s depth gives them the upper hand in this ODI clash.