The third and final ODI of the Pakistan tour of South Africa 2024-25 is scheduled for Sunday, December 22, at the Wanderers Stadium
Pakistan, leading the series 2-0, has already secured victory with an impressive 81-run win in the previous match against South Africa, thanks to a stellar all-round performance by their players. Now, Pakistan have the opportunity to complete a clean sweep as the visitors. Meanwhile, South Africa will be eager to bounce back, aiming to salvage some pride and regain confidence in the final match.
Pakistan tour of South Africa 2024-25, 3rd ODI:
- Date and Time: December 22: 12:00 pm GMT / 2:00 pm local/ 5:30 pm IST
- Venue: The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
The Wanderers Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at New Wanderers Stadium is widely regarded as a paradise for batters, often leading to high-scoring encounters. Its reliable bounce and pace allow batters to execute their shots with accuracy. While the surface is predominantly batter-friendly, skilled bowlers can still make an impact with well-placed deliveries. Historically, teams batting second have enjoyed greater success, giving them an advantage in chases. As a result, captains winning the toss might opt to bat first, considering the tradition of setting a competitive target.
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Mohammad Rizwan
- Batters: David Miller, Temba Bavuma, Babar Azam, Tristan Stubbs
- All-rounders: Aiden Markram, Saim Ayub, Marco Jansen
- Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Shaheen Afridi
SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Temba Bavuma (vc)
Choice 2: Babar Azam (c), Aiden Markram (vc)
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SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Salman Agha, Kwena Maphaka, Abrar Ahmed, Rassie van der Dussen
SA vs PAK Dream11 Team for today’s match (December 22, 12:00 pm GMT):
Squads:
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Tony de Zorzi, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), David Miller, Marco Jansen, Andile Phehlukwayo, Bjorn Fortuin, Kwena Maphaka, Tabraiz Shamsi, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs
Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk/c), Salman Agha, Kamran Ghulam, Irfan Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Khan, Tayyab Tahir, Sufiyan Muqeem
Also READ: Pakistan seal series with clinical win over South Africa in 2nd ODI
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