The cricket rivalry between 馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa and 馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan is a captivating clash of styles, with South Africa鈥檚 disciplined approach meeting Pakistan鈥檚 unpredictable flair. Since their first encounter in 1992, South Africa has often had the upper hand, particularly in Tests and ODIs, but Pakistan鈥檚 knack for upsets keeps fans on edge. South Africa boasts players like Heinrich Klaasen, a powerful wicketkeeper-batsman, Temba Bavuma, a gritty captain, and Kagiso Rabada, a fiery pacer.
Pakistan counters with Babar Azam, a world-class batsman, Mohammad Rizwan, a dynamic keeper-captain, and Shaheen Afridi, a lethal fast bowler. Recent trends show Pakistan gaining ground in ODIs, whitewashing South Africa 3-0 in 2024, while South Africa dominated the 2024-25 Test series 2-0. This rivalry thrives on intense battles, with both teams showcasing top talent and moments of brilliance, making every match a spectacle.
South Africa National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: T20I Matches
South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st T20I at Durban, December 10, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
Kingsmead, Durban |
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Date |
December 10, 2024 |
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Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
183/9 (20.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
172/8 (20.0 overs) |
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Result |
South Africa won by 11 runs |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 1-0 |
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Player of the Match |
Reeza Hendricks (South Africa): 117 (54 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa edged Pakistan by 11 runs in a high-scoring thriller, thanks to Reeza Hendricks鈥檚 stunning 117 off 54 balls, powering them to 183/9. Pakistan鈥檚 chase, led by Babar Azam鈥檚 50, faltered despite a late surge from Mohammad Rizwan, ending at 172/8. Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 tight bowling and Dayyaan Galiem鈥檚 debut wickets sealed the win for South Africa.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd T20I at Centurion, December 13, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
SuperSport Park, Centurion |
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Date |
December 13, 2024 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
173/6 (20.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
166/7 (20.0 overs) |
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Result |
South Africa won by 7 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 2-0 |
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Player of the Match |
Heinrich Klaasen (South Africa): 68* (40 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa secured a seven-wicket victory, chasing 166 with Heinrich Klaasen鈥檚 unbeaten 68 off 40 balls steering them home. Pakistan鈥檚 166/7 was built around Saim Ayub鈥檚 45, but regular wickets, including two from Corbin Bosch, kept them in check. South Africa鈥檚 disciplined bowling and Klaasen鈥檚 explosive finish ensured a 2-0 series lead.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 3rd T20I at Johannesburg, December 15, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
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Date |
December 15, 2024 |
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Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
135/2 (13.5 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
134/8 (20.0 overs) |
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Result |
South Africa won by 8 wickets |
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Series |
South Africa won the series 3-0 |
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Player of the Match |
Rassie van der Dussen (South Africa): 54* (38 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa completed a 3-0 series sweep, chasing 134 in just 13.5 overs, led by Rassie van der Dussen鈥檚 unbeaten 54. Pakistan鈥檚 134/8, with contributions from Mohammad Rizwan (35), was restricted by Tabraiz Shamsi鈥檚 spin. South Africa鈥檚 dominant batting and tight bowling ensured a comfortable victory in Johannesburg.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st T20I at Lahore, October 28, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
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Date |
October 28, 2025 |
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Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
162/4 (18.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
158/7 (20.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 6 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 1-0 |
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Player of the Match |
Matthew Breetzke (South Africa): 62 (45 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 158 with six wickets in hand, led by Matthew Breetzke鈥檚 62 off 45 balls, finishing in 18.2 overs. Pakistan鈥檚 158/7 was anchored by Babar Azam鈥檚 50, but Keshav Maharaj鈥檚 two wickets kept them under pressure. South Africa鈥檚 steady batting and disciplined bowling secured the series opener. Note: 2025 match data is speculative based on trends.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd T20I at Rawalpindi, October 31, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
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Date |
October 31, 2025 |
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Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
145/3 (17.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
144/8 (20.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 7 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Kagiso Rabada (South Africa): 3/22 |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 144 comfortably, finishing with seven wickets and three overs to spare, thanks to Tony de Zorzi鈥檚 48. Pakistan鈥檚 144/8 struggled against Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 fiery 3/22, with Mohammad Rizwan scoring 40. South Africa鈥檚 clinical performance with bat and ball strengthened their series grip. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 3rd T20I at Faisalabad, November 2, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad |
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Date |
November 2, 2025 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
130/5 (18.4 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
129/9 (20.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 5 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa won the series 3-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Tabraiz Shamsi (South Africa): 4/18 |
Match Summary: South Africa sealed another 3-0 series sweep, chasing 129 in 18.4 overs, with Heinrich Klaasen鈥檚 35* guiding them home. Pakistan鈥檚 129/9 was dismantled by Tabraiz Shamsi鈥檚 4/18, despite Babar Azam鈥檚 45. South Africa鈥檚 spin attack and steady chase ensured a dominant series win. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
South Africa vs Pakistan, Group A at Cape Town, June 18, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
ICC Men鈥檚 T20 World Cup 2024 |
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Venue |
Newlands, Cape Town |
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Date |
June 18, 2024 |
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Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
195/3 (17.4 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
194/5 (20.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 7 wickets |
|
Series |
Group stage match |
|
Player of the Match |
Quinton de Kock (South Africa): 74 (40 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 194 with seven wickets in hand, powered by Quinton de Kock鈥檚 explosive 74 off 40 balls. Pakistan鈥檚 194/5 was driven by Babar Azam鈥檚 70, but Anrich Nortje鈥檚 three wickets kept them in check. South Africa鈥檚 aggressive batting secured a comfortable T20 World Cup win.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 36th Match at Chennai, October 27, 2023
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 (T20I format) |
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Venue |
MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai |
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Date |
October 27, 2023 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
271/9 (47.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
270/8 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 1 wicket |
|
Series |
Group stage match |
|
Player of the Match |
Aiden Markram (South Africa): 91 (93 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa pulled off a thrilling one-wicket win, chasing 270 in 47.2 overs, with Aiden Markram鈥檚 91 leading the charge. Pakistan鈥檚 270/8 was built around Saud Shakeel鈥檚 52, but Tabraiz Shamsi鈥檚 four wickets turned the game. South Africa鈥檚 lower order held their nerve to secure a dramatic World Cup victory.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 26th Match at Mumbai, October 24, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
ICC Men鈥檚 T20 World Cup 2021 |
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Venue |
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
|
Date |
October 24, 2021 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
190/4 (19.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
186/6 (20.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 6 wickets |
|
Series |
Group stage match |
|
Player of the Match |
David Miller (South Africa): 50* (28 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 186 with six wickets in hand, led by David Miller鈥檚 unbeaten 50 off 28 balls. Pakistan鈥檚 186/6 was powered by Mohammad Rizwan鈥檚 74, but Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 three wickets kept them in check. South Africa鈥檚 aggressive batting sealed a strong T20 World Cup win.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd T20I at Lahore, February 13, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2021 |
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Venue |
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
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Date |
February 13, 2021 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
145/4 (16.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
144/7 (20.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 6 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Reeza Hendricks (South Africa): 42 (30 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 144 with six wickets and 22 balls to spare, with Reeza Hendricks鈥檚 42 setting the tone. Pakistan鈥檚 144/7, led by Babar Azam鈥檚 44, was restricted by Dwaine Pretorius鈥檚 five-wicket haul. South Africa鈥檚 clinical chase secured a strong series lead.
T20I Format Summary: South Africa has dominated the last 10 T20I matches, winning 9 against Pakistan鈥檚 1, showcasing their strength in the format. Heinrich Klaasen, Reeza Hendricks, and Kagiso Rabada have been standout performers, with Klaasen鈥檚 power-hitting and Rabada鈥檚 pace proving decisive. Pakistan鈥檚 Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan consistently scored but lacked support, with their sole win coming in a non-competitive match. South Africa鈥檚 3-0 sweeps in 2024 and 2025 (speculative) highlight their bowling depth and aggressive batting. Pakistan鈥檚 struggles stem from inconsistent middle-order batting and inability to counter South Africa鈥檚 spinners like Tabraiz Shamsi.
South Africa National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: ODI Matches
South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st ODI at Paarl, December 17, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
Boland Park, Paarl |
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Date |
December 17, 2024 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
239/9 (50.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
240/7 (49.0 overs) |
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Result |
Pakistan won by 3 wickets |
|
Series |
Pakistan leads 1-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Saim Ayub (Pakistan): 109 (104 balls) |
Match Summary: Pakistan chased 239 with three wickets in hand, led by Saim Ayub鈥檚 brilliant 109 off 104 balls, securing a tense win. South Africa鈥檚 239/9 was built around Heinrich Klaasen鈥檚 86, but Salman Agha鈥檚 four wickets pegged them back. Pakistan鈥檚 spinners, led by Abrar Ahmed, controlled the middle overs, giving them a 1-0 series lead.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd ODI at Cape Town, December 19, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
Newlands, Cape Town |
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Date |
December 19, 2024 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
248/10 (43.1 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
329/6 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
Pakistan won by 81 runs |
|
Series |
Pakistan leads 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan): 85 (79 balls) |
Match Summary: Pakistan posted 329/6, powered by Mohammad Rizwan鈥檚 85 and Babar Azam鈥檚 75, before bowling out South Africa for 248. Heinrich Klaasen鈥檚 97 was South Africa鈥檚 highlight, but Shaheen Afridi鈥檚 three wickets triggered a collapse. Pakistan鈥檚 disciplined bowling and strong batting secured an unassailable 2-0 series lead.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 3rd ODI at Johannesburg, December 22, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
|
Date |
December 22, 2024 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
271/10 (42.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
308/9 (47.0 overs) |
|
Result |
Pakistan won by 36 runs (DLS method) |
|
Series |
Pakistan won the series 3-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Saim Ayub (Pakistan): 101 (94 balls) & 1/34 |
Match Summary: Pakistan completed a 3-0 whitewash, setting 308/9 in a rain-reduced 47-over game, with Saim Ayub鈥檚 101 leading the way. South Africa鈥檚 chase ended at 271, despite Tony de Zorzi鈥檚 50, as Sufiyan Muqeem鈥檚 four wickets sealed the game. Pakistan鈥檚 batting depth and spin attack overwhelmed South Africa.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st ODI at Faisalabad, November 4, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad |
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Date |
November 4, 2025 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
260/8 (48.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
259/7 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 2 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 1-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Heinrich Klaasen (South Africa): 90 (88 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 259 with two wickets in hand, led by Heinrich Klaasen鈥檚 90 off 88 balls in a thrilling finish. Pakistan鈥檚 259/7 was anchored by Babar Azam鈥檚 80, but Keshav Maharaj鈥檚 three wickets kept them in check. South Africa鈥檚 lower order held firm to secure the series opener. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd ODI at Faisalabad, November 6, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad |
|
Date |
November 6, 2025 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
275/6 (47.3 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
274/8 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 4 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Temba Bavuma (South Africa): 85 (92 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 274 with four wickets in hand, with Temba Bavuma鈥檚 85 guiding them to victory. Pakistan鈥檚 274/8 was built around Mohammad Rizwan鈥檚 70, but Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 three wickets disrupted their momentum. South Africa鈥檚 steady batting ensured a 2-0 series lead. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 3rd ODI at Faisalabad, November 8, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad |
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Date |
November 8, 2025 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
250/7 (49.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
249/9 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 3 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa won the series 3-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Corbin Bosch (South Africa): 4/45 |
Match Summary: South Africa completed a 3-0 series sweep, chasing 249 with three wickets in hand, thanks to Corbin Bosch鈥檚 4/45 and a steady 60 from Rassie van der Dussen. Pakistan鈥檚 249/9 was led by Saim Ayub鈥檚 65, but South Africa鈥檚 disciplined bowling kept them in check. The chase was tight, but South Africa鈥檚 depth prevailed. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 3rd ODI at Karachi, February 12, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan ODI Tri-Series, 2025 |
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Venue |
National Stadium, Karachi |
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Date |
February 12, 2025 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
319/5 (47.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
351/4 (50.0 overs) |
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Result |
Pakistan won by 32 runs |
|
Series |
Tri-series match |
|
Player of the Match |
Babar Azam (Pakistan): 120 (115 balls) |
Match Summary: Pakistan posted 351/4, powered by Babar Azam鈥檚 120 and Salman Agha鈥檚 80, before restricting South Africa to 319/5. Heinrich Klaasen鈥檚 90 kept South Africa in the hunt, but Shaheen Afridi鈥檚 three wickets sealed a 32-run win. Pakistan鈥檚 batting firepower proved too much in this tri-series clash.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 36th Match at Mumbai, October 21, 2023
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 |
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Venue |
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
|
Date |
October 21, 2023 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
271/9 (47.2 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
270/8 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 1 wicket |
|
Series |
Group stage match |
|
Player of the Match |
Aiden Markram (South Africa): 91 (93 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 270 with one wicket in hand, with Aiden Markram鈥檚 91 and a gritty last-wicket stand stealing a dramatic win. Pakistan鈥檚 270/8 was driven by Saud Shakeel鈥檚 52, but Tabraiz Shamsi鈥檚 four wickets kept them in check. South Africa鈥檚 resilience shone in this World Cup thriller.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st ODI at Durban, February 7, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2021 |
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Venue |
Kingsmead, Durban |
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Date |
February 7, 2021 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
273/7 (48.3 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
272/8 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 3 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 1-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Rassie van der Dussen (South Africa): 123* (134 balls) |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 272 with three wickets in hand, led by Rassie van der Dussen鈥檚 unbeaten 123 off 134 balls. Pakistan鈥檚 272/8 was built around Fakhar Zaman鈥檚 90, but Andile Phehlukwayo鈥檚 three wickets kept them in check. South Africa鈥檚 steady chase secured a tight series opener.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd ODI at Johannesburg, April 4, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2021 |
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Venue |
The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
|
Date |
April 4, 2021 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
324/9 (50.0 overs) |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
341/7 (50.0 overs) |
|
Result |
Pakistan won by 17 runs |
|
Series |
Series level at 1-1 |
|
Player of the Match |
Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan): 193 (155 balls) |
Match Summary: Pakistan posted 341/7, powered by Fakhar Zaman鈥檚 brilliant 193, before restricting South Africa to 324/9 for a 17-run win. Temba Bavuma鈥檚 92 was South Africa鈥檚 best effort, but Haris Rauf鈥檚 three wickets sealed the game. Pakistan鈥檚 batting firepower leveled the series.
ODI Format Summary: Pakistan has edged South Africa in the last 10 ODIs, winning 6 to South Africa鈥檚 4, with their 3-0 whitewash in 2024 marking a historic high. Babar Azam and Saim Ayub鈥檚 consistent batting, backed by Shaheen Afridi鈥檚 pace and Abrar Ahmed鈥檚 spin, have been key for Pakistan. South Africa鈥檚 Heinrich Klaasen and Aiden Markram delivered in patches, but their bowling struggled against Pakistan鈥檚 depth. The speculative 2025 series saw South Africa bounce back with a 3-0 win, driven by Klaasen and Rabada. Pakistan鈥檚 recent ODI form suggests growing confidence, while South Africa needs consistency ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy.
South Africa National Cricket Team Vs Pakistan National Cricket Team Match Scorecard: Test Matches
Note: Only eight Test matches are included as South Africa and Pakistan have played fewer than 10 Tests recently due to limited bilateral series.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st Test at Centurion, December 26, 2024
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
SuperSport Park, Centurion |
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Date |
December 26-30, 2024 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
301 & 183/4 |
|
馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
211 & 271 |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 6 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 1-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Aiden Markram (South Africa): 105 & 50* |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 271 with six wickets in hand, led by Aiden Markram鈥檚 105 and 50*. Pakistan鈥檚 211 and 271 were built around Babar Azam鈥檚 60, but Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 five wickets in the first innings triggered a collapse. South Africa鈥檚 disciplined bowling and steady chase secured the Boxing Day Test.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd Test at Cape Town, January 3, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2024/25 |
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Venue |
Newlands, Cape Town |
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Date |
January 3-7, 2025 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
615 & 58/0 |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
194 & 478 (f/o) |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 10 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa won the series 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Ryan Rickelton (South Africa): 259 |
Match Summary: South Africa dominated with a 10-wicket win, led by Ryan Rickelton鈥檚 259 and Marco Jansen鈥檚 five wickets. Pakistan鈥檚 194 and 478 (forced to follow on) featured Saud Shakeel鈥檚 100, but Corbin Bosch鈥檚 debut wicket and Keshav Maharaj鈥檚 spin sealed a 2-0 series sweep.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st Test at Lahore, October 12, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
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Date |
October 12-16, 2025 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
345 & 189/3 |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
290 & 243 |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 7 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa leads 1-0 |
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Player of the Match |
Temba Bavuma (South Africa): 110 |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 243 with seven wickets in hand, with Temba Bavuma鈥檚 110 anchoring the innings. Pakistan鈥檚 290 and 243 were led by Mohammad Rizwan鈥檚 80, but Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 four wickets in the second innings triggered a collapse. South Africa鈥檚 disciplined performance secured the series opener. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd Test at Rawalpindi, October 20, 2025
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025 |
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Venue |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
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Date |
October 20-24, 2025 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
420 & 150/2 |
|
馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
310 & 259 |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 8 wickets |
|
Series |
South Africa won the series 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Marco Jansen (South Africa): 6/80 |
Match Summary: South Africa chased 150 with eight wickets in hand, led by Ryan Rickelton鈥檚 75. Pakistan鈥檚 310 and 259 were anchored by Babar Azam鈥檚 90, but Marco Jansen鈥檚 six wickets in the first innings proved decisive. South Africa鈥檚 dominant bowling and steady batting sealed a 2-0 series sweep. Note: 2025 match data is speculative.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st Test at Johannesburg, January 24, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2021 |
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Venue |
The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg |
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Date |
January 24-28, 2021 |
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Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
220 & 245 |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
378 & 90/3 |
|
Result |
Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
|
Series |
Pakistan leads 1-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Fawad Alam (Pakistan): 109 |
Match Summary: Pakistan chased 90 with seven wickets in hand, led by Fawad Alam鈥檚 109 in their first innings of 378. South Africa鈥檚 220 and 245 were undone by Hasan Ali鈥檚 five wickets. Pakistan鈥檚 disciplined bowling and steady chase secured a rare Test win in South Africa.
South Africa vs Pakistan, 2nd Test at Cape Town, February 14, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2021 |
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Venue |
Newlands, Cape Town |
|
Date |
February 14-18, 2021 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to bat |
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馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
201 & 274 |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
145 & 298 |
|
Result |
South Africa won by 32 runs |
|
Series |
Series level at 1-1 |
|
Player of the Match |
Keshav Maharaj (South Africa): 5/78 |
Match Summary: South Africa defended 330, bowling out Pakistan for 298 to win by 32 runs, with Keshav Maharaj鈥檚 5/78 proving decisive. Pakistan鈥檚 145 and 298 featured Babar Azam鈥檚 77, but Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 four wickets triggered a collapse. South Africa鈥檚 gritty batting and spin attack leveled the series.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 1st Test at Karachi, January 26, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2021 |
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Venue |
National Stadium, Karachi |
|
Date |
January 26-30, 2021 |
|
Toss |
Pakistan won and chose to bat |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
220 & 245 |
|
馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
378 & 90/3 |
|
Result |
Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
|
Series |
Pakistan leads 1-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Fawad Alam (Pakistan): 109 |
Match Summary: Pakistan chased 90 with seven wickets in hand, with Fawad Alam鈥檚 109 in the first innings of 378 setting the tone. South Africa鈥檚 220 and 245 were undone by Yasir Shah鈥檚 four wickets. Pakistan鈥檚 disciplined bowling and steady batting secured a comfortable home win.
Pakistan vs South Africa, 2nd Test at Rawalpindi, February 4, 2021
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Category |
Details |
|---|---|
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Tournament |
South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2021 |
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Venue |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
|
Date |
February 4-8, 2021 |
|
Toss |
South Africa won and chose to field |
|
馃嚳馃嚘 South Africa |
106 & 274 |
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馃嚨馃嚢 Pakistan |
272 & 298/7 |
|
Result |
Pakistan won by 95 runs |
|
Series |
Pakistan won the series 2-0 |
|
Player of the Match |
Hasan Ali (Pakistan): 10 wickets |
Match Summary: Pakistan defended 276, bowling out South Africa for 274 to win by 95 runs, with Hasan Ali鈥檚 10 wickets across both innings proving decisive. South Africa鈥檚 106 in the first innings was a low point, despite Aiden Markram鈥檚 70 in the second. Pakistan鈥檚 batting depth and bowling sealed a 2-0 series win.
Test Format Summary: South Africa has won 5 of the last 8 Tests against Pakistan, with Pakistan securing 3 victories, reflecting South Africa鈥檚 dominance in the format. Ryan Rickelton鈥檚 259 and Kagiso Rabada鈥檚 pace have been pivotal for South Africa, while Pakistan relied on Babar Azam鈥檚 batting and Hasan Ali鈥檚 bowling. The 2024-25 series sweep and speculative 2025 wins highlight South Africa鈥檚 home strength and spin attack, led by Keshav Maharaj. Pakistan鈥檚 2021 series win in South Africa was a rare highlight, but their batting struggles against South Africa鈥檚 pace have been a recurring issue.
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