Three-match T20I series between Pakistan And South Africa Will start today in Rawalpindi. Both teams head into the series with significant changes and a desire to build momentum going forward 2026 t20 world cup,
Pakistan’s morale boosted by Babar Azam’s return
For the home team, the highlight lies on the return of the star batsman Babar Azam For T20I setup. His presence is a big boost to Pakistan’s batting line-up, having been recalled after being left out of recent T20 fixtures including the Asia Cup. Pakistan, led by salman ali agaWill look to take advantage of their home advantage and the stability provided by Babar, potentially batting at number three.
South Africa faces a leadership challenge
South Africa has suffered two major setbacks just before the series. Experienced hitter and designated captain david miller He has been ruled out due to a hamstring strain and the fast bowler Gerald Coetzee Pectoral muscle problems have been kept away. Donovan Ferreira Step up to lead a team with a mix of experience and youth.
Pakistan vs South Africa T20I Series 2025 Schedule
| date | matching details | venue | Time (IST, GMT, Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, 28 October 2025 | 1st T20 match – Pakistan vs South Africa | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | IST: 8:30 pm, GMT: 3:00 PM, Local (Rawalpindi): 8:00 PM |
| Fri, 31 Oct 2025 | 2nd T20 match – Pakistan vs South Africa | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | IST: 8:30 pm, GMT: 3:00 PM, Local (Lahore): 8:00 PM |
| Sat, 1 Nov 2025 | 3rd T20 match – Pakistan vs South Africa | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | IST: 8:30 pm, GMT: 3:00 PM, Local (Lahore): 8:00 PM |
Also read: South Africa announce new T20I captain: David Miller out of limited overs series against Pakistan
squads
Pakistan: Saeem Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Babar Azam, Hasan Nawaz, Salman Agha (captain), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Abrar Ahmed, Salman Mirza, Usman Khan, Usman Tariq, Abdul Samad.
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Luan-Dre Pretorius, Dewald Brewis, Donovan Ferreira (c), George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Nakabayomji Peter, Lungi Ngidi, Nandre Berger, Lizaad Williams, Tony De Zorzi, Matthew Bretzke, Otniel Baartman, Andile simlane
Broadcast and Live Streaming Details:
- Pakistan: A Sports HD, Ten Sports, Tamasha, Tapmad
- Sub-Saharan Africa: supersport
- Sri Lanka: ARY Digital
- Bangladesh: t sports
- MENA and Southeast Asia: cricbuzz
- USA and Canada: Sling TV – Willow TV [Sign up here]
