Centurion – The focus now shifts to red-ball cricket as South Africa gets ready to host Pakistan in the first Test of the two-match series at SuperSport Park. After the T20I and ODI series ended in a stalemate, the Test series promises to be an exciting contest.
Series So Far: A Stalemate
The all-format tour between South Africa (SA) and Pakistan (PAK) has seen both teams shine in different formats. The Proteas dominated the T20I series, winning it 2-0, while Pakistan made a strong comeback, clinching the ODI series 3-0.
High Stakes for South Africa
This Test series holds significant importance for South Africa, especially in the context of the World Test Championship (WTC). A series victory against Pakistan would bring Temba Bavuma’s side closer to their first-ever WTC final, scheduled for June 2025.
SA vs PAK Head-to-Head in Tests
Historically, South Africa has maintained an upper hand over Pakistan in Test cricket. Here’s how the two teams compare:
| Matches Played | South Africa Won | Pakistan Won | Drawn | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 15 | 6 | 7 | 0 |
Expected Lineups for the First Test
Here are the predicted playing XIs for both teams:
South Africa
- Tony de Zorzi
- Aiden Markram
- Ryan Rickelton
- Tristan Stubbs
- Temba Bavuma (c)
- David Bedingham
- Kyle Verreynne
- Marco Jansen
- Kagiso Rabada
- Dane Paterson
- Corbin Bosch
Pakistan
(Pakistan’s lineup will be updated closer to the match.)
Match Predictions and Betting Odds
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Thrilling Action Awaits
With high stakes for South Africa in the World Test Championship and Pakistan riding on their ODI series momentum, the first Test promises to deliver intense competition. Cricket fans are in for an exciting showdown at SuperSport Park.
