Babar Azam to Open with Saim Ayub? Fakhar Zaman to play as…, Pakistan predicted playing XI for 3rd and last ODI against South Africa

Babar Azam to open with Saim Ayub? Major shuffle expected in Pakistan’s lineup for the 3rd ODI against South Africa. Check out the predicted playing XI and key details here.

New Delhi: The three-match ODI series between Pakistan and South Africa has now reached its decisive stage. Both teams are tied at 1-1 in the series, and the final and deciding match will be played at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad on November 8. The match will start at 3:30 PM Indian Standard Time. The matches played so far between the two teams have seen ups and downs, making this final match even more exciting.

Pakistan to take the field under the leadership of Shaheen Afridi

The Pakistan team is being captained by fast bowler Shaheen Afridi. Shaheen is beginning his new tenure after Mohammad Rizwan was recently removed from the captaincy. Pakistan last played an ODI series against the West Indies in August, and the team is now ready to perform better on its home ground.

Young South Africa team under the leadership of Matthew Breetzke

The South African team is being led by young captain Matthew Breetzke. While the team lacks some experienced players, the young players have performed brilliantly. They made a comeback in the series by defeating Pakistan by eight wickets in the second ODI, which has boosted their confidence.

History of Pakistan and South Africa in ODI cricket

The history of ODI cricket between Pakistan and South Africa dates back to 1992. So far, 88 matches have been played between the two teams, in which South Africa has won 53 matches, while Pakistan has won 34 matches. One match ended with no result. This statistic reflects the depth of the competition between the two teams.

Probable playing XI of both teams

Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Salman Agha, Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi (captain), Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed.

South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Matthew Breetzke (captain), Donovan Ferreira, Luan-dre Pretorius, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Gerald Coetzee, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi.

Story Highlights

1. The ODI series between Pakistan and South Africa is tied at 1-1.
2. The third and deciding match will be played at the Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad.
3. Shaheen Afridi will lead Pakistan, while Matthew Breetzke captains South Africa.
4. Young players may get a chance in the probable playing XI of both teams.