South Africa and Pakistan are set to lock horns in the first Test match, scheduled to take place at SuperSport Park, Centurion on December 26th at 1:30 PM IST, promising a thrilling encounter.
Get the best SA vs PAK Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st Test match of the Pakistan Tour of South Africa 2024. Expert analysis and more.
SA vs PAK Match Preview:
Pakistan’s tour of South Africa will conclude with a two-match Test series, starting with the first Test on December 26 at the iconic Newlands Stadium in Cape Town. Both teams are eager to make a mark in the longest format and end the tour on a high note.
Shan Masood will lead the Pakistan side, with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan adding depth to the batting lineup. Naseem Shah and Mohammad Abbas are key players in the bowling attack, while Noman Ali brings variety with his spin.
South Africa will be captained by Temba Bavuma, with Aiden Markram and Marco Jansen expected to play crucial roles. Kagiso Rabada and Keshav Maharaj will spearhead their bowling attack.
These two teams have faced each other 28 times in Test cricket, with South Africa winning 15 matches and Pakistan securing 6 victories. A closely fought contest is anticipated as both teams aim to dominate in the opening game of the series.
SA vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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South Africa |
15 |
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Pakistan |
6 |
SA vs PAK Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
19°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Overcast |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
319 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Poor |
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Winning % |
34% |
SA vs PAK Playing 11s (Predicted):
South Africa Playing 11: Temba Bavuma ©, Aiden Markram, Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Dane Paterson, Keshav Maharaj/ Senuran Muthusamy
Pakistan Playing 11: Shan Masood ©, Saud Shakeel, Salman Agha, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Aamer Jamal, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Abbas, Mir Hamza, Noman Ali.
Hot Picks for SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Saim Ayub – He is a left-handed batsman from Pali who is expected to handle the top order for them. |
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Agha Salman – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Pakistan who will handle the middle-order for them. |
Top Picks:
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Temba Bavuma – He is a right-handed batsman from South Africa who leads the team. |
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Marco Jansen – He is a right-handed batsman and left-arm medium fast bowler from South Africa. |
Budget Picks:
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Wiaan Mulder – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium pacer from South Africa. |
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Aamir Jamal – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from Pakistan. |
SA vs PAK Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Saim Ayub & Agha Salman |
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Vice-Captain |
Marco Jansen & Temba Bavuma |
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Mohammad Rizwan, Kyle Verreyne
- Batsmen – Temba Bavuma, Babar Azam, Aiden Markram, Saim Ayub (c)
- All-rounders – Marco Jansen (vc), Agha Salman, Wian Mulder
- Bowlers – Kagiso Rabada, Naseem Shah
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Mohammad Rizwan
- Batsmen – Temba Bavuma (vc), Babar Azam, Aiden Markram, Saim Ayub
- All-rounders – Marco Jansen, Agha Salman (c), Wian Mulder
- Bowlers – Kagiso Rabada, Naseem Shah, Keshav Maharaj
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st Test Pakistan Tour of South Africa 2024 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Matthew Breetzke |
6.0 credits |
NA |
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Abdullah Shafique |
7.0 credits |
NA |
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st Test Pakistan Tour of South Africa 2024 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Saim Ayub |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Agha Salman |
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Punt Picks |
Keshav Maharaj and Kyle Verreynne |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-4-3-2 |
SA vs PAK Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the team’s combination and strength, South Africa is expected to win this encounter.