In what is set to be a high-stakes encounter, Pakistan will face South Africa in the second ODI of the three-match series at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town on December 19. With the series at 1-0, this match will be crucial for Pakistan, as they aim to win the series.
After enduring a disappointing defeat in the T20I series, Pakistan made a remarkable comeback in the opening ODI, and defeated South Africa by three wickets. The duo of Saim Ayub and Salman Agha played significant role, and helped Pakistan secure a vital win.
Pakistan will need to continue building on their momentum. South Africa, however, will be no pushovers. The Proteas will be eager to bounce back and clinch the series in front of their home crowd.
So ahead of the second ODI, let's take a look at the head-to-head record between Pakistan and South Africa.
PAK vs SA Head To Head Records In ODIs
Pakistan and South Africa have faced each other 84 times in ODIs. In these matches, South Africa leads with 52 victories, while Pakistan has won 31 matches. Notably, one match ended with no result. It is also important to mention that Pakistan has 37 win per cent, and South Africa has 62%.
Stats
Pakistan
South Africa
Matches Played
84
84
Matches Won
31
52
Matches Lost
52
31
Draw
0
0
No Result
1
1
Win %
37%
62%
PAK vs SA Head-To-Head In South Africa
Pakistan and South Africa have played 38 matches in South Africa, with Proteas winning 22 and Pakistan winning 15 matches. One match had no result.
PAK vs SA Head-To-Head At Newlands Cricket Ground Cape Town
At the Newlands Cricket Ground in Cape Town, Pakistan and South Africa have faced each other in six match. South Africa has an upper hand and have won five matches and on the other hand, Pakistan has managed to secure just one victory.
Stats
Pakistan
South Africa
Matches Played
6
6
Matches Won
1
5
Matches Lost
5
1
Draw
0
0
No Result
0
0
PAK vs SA: What Happened When They Last Played A ODI?
Pakistan and South Africa faced each other last time on December 17, 2024, at Boland Park, Paarl. Talking about the match, South Africa won the toss and decided to bat first and posted 239 runs at the loss of 9 wickets. Heinrich Klaasen was the match to watch out for as he played an gritty knock of 86 runs off 97 balls. Along with him, Ryan Rickelton made 36 runs of 38 balls. Salman Ali Agha and Abrar Ahmed were remarkable in the bowling department for Pakistan.
Chasing the target, Pakistan won the match by three wicket with valuable contribution from Saim Ayub's century (109 runs off 119 deliveries). Salman Ali Agha showcased his remarkable allround abilities and even contributed with the bat he made 82* off 90 balls. Ottniel Baartman delivered an exceptional performance for South Africa alongside Kagiso Rabada in the bowling department.