Match Preview – Pakistan vs South Africa( PAK vs SA ), Dream11 Prediction, 3rd T20I Match. Who Will Win, On November 01, 2025

Match Details:

• Match: Pakistan vs South Africa( PAK vs SA ), 3rd T20I Match, South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025
• Date and Time: November 01,  03:00 pm GMT / 08:30 pm IST / 08:00 pm local time
• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

PAK vs SA Tips & Match Prediction:

Who will win the toss? – Pakistan

Who will win the match? – South Africa

Pakistan vs South Africa Preview:

Pakistan( PAK ) is set to face South Africa( SA ) in their 3rd T20I match during the South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at the Gaddafi Stadium on Friday, November 01.

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PAK vs SA Possible Playing XI:

Pakistan: Salman Agha (c), Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Hasan Nawaz/ Abdul Samad, Mohammad Nawaz, Usman Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah/ Salman Mirza, Abrar Ahmed.

South Africa:Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock, Tony de Zorzi, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Donovan Ferreira (c), Corbin Bosch, George Linde, Ottneil Baartman, Nqaba Peter, Lungi Ngidi.

PAK vs SA Recent 5 Match Performance:

PAK vs SA Head-To-Head Records:

Stats	Match	PAK Won	SA Won	NR	Tied
Overall	26	12	13	1	0
Recent 5 Matches	5	1	3	1	0

PAK vs SA Toss Prediction:

We’re hoping the team wins the toss and chooses to bat first.

PAK vs SA Pitch Report:

The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, is known for being one of the most batting-friendly surfaces in Pakistan. It offers true bounce and carry, allowing batters to play their shots freely and score quickly. Fast bowlers may get some assistance early on with the new ball, but the movement doesn’t last long. As the innings progresses, the surface becomes even better for batting, while spinners can find some grip and turn during the later stages, especially if the pitch dries out. The outfield is quick, rewarding well-timed strokes and making boundary scoring easier. In T20 matches, scores in the range of 170–190 are quite common, while in ODIs, totals around 300 are competitive. Teams winning the toss often prefer to bat first to capitalize on the fresh surface, though dew under lights can sometimes make chasing slightly easier. Overall, fans can expect high-scoring contests and plenty of entertainment at this venue.

PAK vs SA Weather Report:

The weather at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on November 1 at 8:00 PM local time is expected to be pleasant and ideal for cricket. The temperature will hover around 21 °C, providing comfortable conditions for both players and spectators. The skies are expected to be hazy, which may slightly affect visibility, but there is no forecast of rain, ensuring uninterrupted play. Overall, it looks like a cool and dry evening, perfect for an exciting cricket match under lights.

Batters to Watch (Recent Form)

Sahibzada Farhan (PAK): 10 matches, 257 runs, Avg 25.7, SR 116.81 – a consistent performer for Pakistan at the top order.

Mohammad Nawaz (PAK): 10 matches, 211 runs, Avg 26.38, SR 139.73 – a power-hitter capable of accelerating the innings.

Dewald Brevis (SA): 9 matches, 273 runs, Avg 39, SR 192.25 – South Africa’s explosive young talent in the middle order.

Reeza Hendricks (SA): 5 matches, 151 runs, Avg 30.2, SR 116.15 – reliable opener with experience in pacing the innings.

Bowlers to Watch (Recent Form)

Abrar Ahmed (PAK): 10 matches, 13 wickets, Econ 5.46, SR 17.84 – Pakistan’s frontline spinner, excellent at controlling the middle overs.

Shaheen Shah Afridi (PAK): 10 matches, 13 wickets, Econ 6.86, SR 16.07 – lethal pace spearhead with the ability to strike early.

Corbin Bosch (SA): 7 matches, 14 wickets, Econ 7.42, SR 10.28 – impressive strike bowler for South Africa with a knack for breakthroughs.

Lungi Ngidi (SA): 6 matches, 6 wickets, Econ 7.78, SR 22.5 – experienced pacer who can provide crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs.

Expected Scores:

1st Innings (Batting First): 160 – 175
Teams batting first on this pitch usually post mid-160s to high-170s. A strong start in the powerplay is key, and wickets in the middle overs can slow momentum.

2nd Innings (Chasing): 155 – 170
Dew in the evening may help batters, making the chase slightly easier. However, disciplined bowling in the middle overs will be crucial to defend totals.

Key Notes:

Batting: Expect explosive starts from Pakistan’s top order and South Africa’s power hitters. Partnerships through the middle overs will decide the outcome.

Bowling: Spinners could be decisive in the middle overs, while pace bowlers must use the early overs to pick wickets.

Dew Factor: Likely to assist the chasing side, potentially giving an edge in the second innings.

Pressure: Being the series decider, both teams will be under high pressure, making every over crucial.

Pakistan vs South Africa Full Squad:

Pakistan: Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood(c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Salman Agha, Shaheen Afridi, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Hasan Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad, Kamran Ghulam, Rohail Nazir, Asif Afridi.

South Africa: Aiden Markram(c), Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne(w), Senuran Muthusamy, Simon Harmer, Prenelan Subrayen, Kagiso Rabada, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Zubayr Hamza, Keshav Maharaj.

To Be Continued