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The much-anticipated 1st T20I between South Africa and Pakistan is set to take place at Kingsmead, Durban, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Both teams have plenty of firepower and will aim to start the series with a win. South Africa boasts home advantage but is missing key players, while Pakistan will look to build on their recent form.
Table of content
- 1 Match Details
- 2 Team Previews
- 3 South Africa Preview
- 4 Pakistan Preview
- 5 Pitch Report
- 6 Ground Report Table – Kingsmead, Durban, South Africa
- 7 Weather Report
- 8 South Africa vs Pakistan Dream11 Prediction for Today
- 9 Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- 10 South Africa vs Pakistan Score Prediction
- 11 South Africa vs Pakistan Winning Chances
- 12 South Africa vs Pakistan Match Prediction
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Match Details
| Match | RSA vs PAK, 1st T20I, Pakistan Tour of South Africa, 2024-25 |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, December 10, 2024 |
| Time | 9:30 PM (Local Time) |
| Venue | Kingsmead, Durban |
| Broadcast | Fancode |
Team Previews
South Africa Preview
South Africa enters this series on the back of a 3-1 home series loss to India, which has raised concerns about their T20 setup. They are currently ranked 4th in the ICC Men’s T20I rankings. The absence of key players like Tristan Stubbs and Marco Jansen will test their depth.
Heinrich Klaasen, one of the most destructive finishers, will be crucial to their success. Anrich Nortje, with his pace and skill, is expected to trouble the Pakistani batters. Additionally, experienced campaigners like David Miller and Tabraiz Shamsi will need to step up to deliver a solid performance.
Pakistan Preview
Pakistan comes into this match after narrowly winning a T20I series against Zimbabwe. Despite being underdogs, they have shown they can be a dangerous side with players who thrive under pressure. Ranked 3rd in T20I rankings, they will be looking to upset the Proteas in their backyard.
Youngster Saim Ayub, with his fearless batting, and experienced pacer Haris Rauf are the ones to watch. With Mohammad Rizwan leading the side, Pakistan has the potential to exploit South Africa’s vulnerabilities, particularly with the bat.
Pitch Report
The Kingsmead pitch in Durban typically favors batters early on, but it offers assistance to bowlers, especially spinners, as the game progresses. A score of 180+ is competitive, but chasing could be challenging under lights.
- Average First Innings Score: 160-175
- Chasing Record: Moderate success rate; bowlers play a vital role in the second innings.
Ground Report Table – Kingsmead, Durban, South Africa
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | South Africa |
| Matches Played | 19 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 10 (47.62%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 8 (38.10%) |
| Matches with No Result | 1 (5.26%) |
| Highest Team Innings | 226/6 (Australia), 30/08/2023 v South Africa |
| Lowest Team Innings | 73 (Kenya), 12/09/2007 v New Zealand |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 191/5 (Australia), 03/09/2023 v South Africa |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 22.73 |
| Average Runs per Over | 8.43 |
| Average Score Batting First | 139 |
Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear skies expected throughout the game.
- Temperature: 25°C – 28°C
- Humidity: Around 70%
South Africa vs Pakistan Dream11 Prediction for Today
| Category | Player Names |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeepers | Mohammad Rizwan (c), Heinrich Klaasen |
| Batters | Saim Ayub, Reeza Hendricks, David Miller (vc) |
| All-rounders | George Linde, Rassie van der Dussen |
| Bowlers | Anrich Nortje, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi, Tabraiz Shamsi |
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team
- Patrick Kruger (SA): Unlikely to have a significant impact in this match.
- Omair Bin Yousuf (PAK): Lacks experience at this level and may not feature prominently.
Also Check: Get The Best Dream11 Prediction From Cricket Experts
South Africa vs Pakistan Score Prediction
- If South Africa Bat First: 180+
- If Pakistan Bat First: 145+
South Africa vs Pakistan Winning Chances
- South Africa: 77%
- Pakistan: 23%
South Africa vs Pakistan Match Prediction
South Africa will be the favorites to win this match, given their home conditions and a more experienced lineup. However, Pakistan’s unpredictability and individual brilliance could make it an exciting contest.
Predicted Winner: South Africa Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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