Pakistan leads the series 1–0 after a thrilling opener. They will aim to build on their momentum in Faisalabad. South Africa faces the pressure of bouncing back and avoiding an early series defeat.
Venue: Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
Date: 5 November 2025
Key Battles
Middle-Order Stability: Pakistan’s chase in the first ODI highlighted the strength of their middle order. South Africa must prevent early wickets to keep their innings on track.
Bowling Impact: Naseem Shah spearheads Pakistan’s pace attack and will look to strike early. South Africa’s bowlers, led by Kagiso Rabada, need sharp plans to contain Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha.
Pitch Conditions: Faisalabad offers true bounce, favoring the chasing side slightly. Fast bowlers can extract movement early, while spinners may dominate middle overs.
Players to Watch
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Pakistan: Rizwan anchors the innings, while Salman Ali Agha can accelerate when needed. Naseem Shah’s pace and swing will challenge South Africa’s top order.
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South Africa: Quinton de Kock sets the tone at the top, Pretorius provides explosive potential, and Rabada leads the attack with precision and aggression.


