PAK vs SA Head To Head Record Ahead Of The 3rd T20I

Pakistan will South Africa in the third T20I (Source:AP)

The thrilling three-match T20I series between South Africa and Pakistan heads to its decider at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on Saturday (December 14). With the series already sealed by South Africa following their dominant 2-0 lead, the third and final match promises to be an exciting contest, as both teams aim to end on a high.

Under the leadership of Heinrich Klaasen, South Africa has been in superb form throughout the series, showcasing depth in both batting and bowling.

Pakistan, led by Mohammad Rizwan, has shown glimpses of their attacking potential, particularly in the second T20I at Centurion. Despite posting an imposing total with spectacular knock from Saim Ayub, the Pakistan bowlers failed to deliver when it mattered the most for them.

So ahead of the third T20I, let's take a look at the head-to-head record between Pakistan and South Africa. 

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PAK vs SA Head To Head Records In T20Is

Pakistan and South Africa have competed against each other in 24 matches, with each team winning 12 matches. It's important to note that none of these matches have ended in a no result or draw.

PAK vs SA Head-To-Head In South Africa

Pakistan and South Africa have met 13 times on South African soil, with South Africa winning 7 matches and Pakistan securing 6 victories. 

PAK vs SA Head-To-Head At Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg

At the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, Pakistan and South Africa have faced each other in 5 matches, with South Africa having the upper hand with 4 wins. In contrast, Pakistan has managed to secure just one victory.

PAK vs SA: What Happened When They Last Played A T20I?

Pakistan and South Africa last played against each other on December 13, 2024. In that match, South Africa won the match by seven wickets. The victory, which came with a game still to play, was powered by a stunning knock from Reeza Hendricks, who struck his maiden T20I century. 

South Africa's chase got off to a rocky start with early wickets falling inside the first four overs. Pakistan's Jahandad Khan made early inroads, removing Ryan Rickelton for a duck in the second over. Matthew Breetzke followed soon after as he was dismissed for 10. 

Despite the setbacks, Reeza Hendricks played with aggressive intent and kept the chase alive, ensuring South Africa reached 52/2 at the end of the Powerplay. The introduction of Pakistan's off-spinner Abrar Ahmed in the eighth over slowed the scoring temporarily, but Hendricks and van der Dussen managed to maintain a steady flow of runs against the pacers. 

Earlier in the match, Pakistan had posted a formidable total of 206/5, thanks to a brilliant unbeaten knock of 98 by Saim Ayub. Pakistan's innings got off to a shaky start when skipper Mohammad Rizwan was dismissed for 11 in the fourth over. However, Saim Ayub, alongside Babar Azam, anchored the innings with some elegant strokeplay. 

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