The second test match between South Africa and Pakistan is scheduled for 3rd January at 1:30 PM IST at Newlands, Cape Town, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
Get the best SA vs PAK Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 2nd Test match of the Pakistan Tour of South Africa 2024. Expert analysis and more.
SA vs PAK Match Preview:
The second Test between South Africa and Pakistan is scheduled to commence on January 3 at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town, with South Africa poised to build on their 1-0 series lead.
The hosts secured a thrilling two-wicket victory in the first Test at Centurion, setting the stage for an intense showdown.
In the series opener, Pakistan initiated the batting, posting 211 runs, with Kamran Ghulam top-scoring with 54 runs. South Africa responded decisively, accumulating 301 runs, driven by Aiden Markram’s 89 and Corbin Bosch’s unbeaten 81.
Pakistan’s second innings yielded 237 runs, establishing a target of 148 for South Africa. Mohammad Abbas delivered a stellar bowling performance, claiming six wickets for 54 runs, which posed significant challenges for the South African batting lineup.
Undeterred, South Africa successfully chased the target, concluding at 150 for 8, with Kagiso Rabada contributing an unbeaten 31 and Marco Jansen adding 16 not out, thereby securing the win.
As the series shifts to Cape Town, South Africa will strive to capitalize on their momentum, seeking a series sweep.
Conversely, Pakistan will be resolute in its pursuit of leveling the series. With both teams anticipated to deliver strong performances, the stage is set for an electrifying contest.
SA vs PAK Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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South Africa |
16 |
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Pakistan |
6 |
SA vs PAK Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
22°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Clear Sky |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Balanced |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
267 |
Record of chasing teams:
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Records |
Good |
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Winning % |
67% |
SA vs PAK Playing 11s (Predicted):
South Africa Playing 11: Aiden Markram, Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma©, David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne(wk), Corbin Bosch, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Dane Paterson
Pakistan Playing 11: Shan Masood©, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan(wk), Saud Shakeel, Salman Agha, Aamer Jamal, Naseem Shah, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Abbas
Hot Picks for SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Corbin Bosch – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from South Africa. He stacked 81 runs and grabbed 5 wickets in the last game. |
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Saim Ayub – He is a left-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from Pakistan. He smashed 41 runs and took 1 wicket in the last match. |
Top Picks:
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Marco Jansen – He is a right-handed batsman and left-arm medium fast bowler from South Africa. He marked 18 runs and took 2 wickets in the last game. |
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Aiden Markram – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler from South Africa. He hammered 126 runs in the last match. |
Budget Picks:
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Mohammad Abbas – He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm medium fast bowler from Pakistan. |
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Khurram Shehzad – 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 & Corbin Bosch |
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Vice-Captain |
Marco Jansen & Aiden Markram |
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Mohammad Rizwan, Kyle Verreyne
- Batsmen – Temba Bavuma, Babar Azam, Aiden Markram
- All-rounders – Marco Jansen (vc), Agha Salman, Saim Ayub (c), Corbin Bosch
- Bowlers – Kagiso Rabada, Naseem Shah
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keeper – Mohammad Rizwan
- Batsmen – Temba Bavuma, Babar Azam, Aiden Markram (vc)
- All-rounders – Marco Jansen, Agha Salman, Saim Ayub, Corbin Bosch (c)
- Bowlers – Kagiso Rabada, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Abbas
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd 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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Abdullah Shafique |
7.0 credits |
DNP |
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David Bedingham |
7.5 credits |
55 points |
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 2nd 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 |
Corbin Bosch |
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Punt Picks |
Mohammad Abbas and Kyle Verreynne |
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Dream11 Combination |
2-3-4-2 |
SA vs PAK Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the current performance, South Africa is expected to win this battle.