Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report For AUS vs SA Champions Trophy 2025 Match

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium [Source: AP]

On Tuesday, Australia will lock horns with South Africa in the seventh group-stage match of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. The much-awaited face-off will take place at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. 

Led by Steve Smith, Australia had a tremendous start to the competition, securing a thumping victory over England in their first match. On a similar note, South Africa also kickstarted their Champions Trophy campaign with a win, defeating Afghanistan in the third match of the tournament. 

As it's a battle of the table-toppers, expect a cracking contest in Rawalpindi. Ahead of the mega clash, let's see how the surface at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. 

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Stats And Records In Men's ODIs

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Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report Today

The surface at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium generally offers excellent batting conditions. The pacers won't likely get significant seam movement off this pitch. Unlike Lahore, where the seamers got a bit of spongy bounce, the pace and bounce in Rawalpindi will most likely be even, aiding in stroke play. 

Meanwhile, the spinners might get some turn off the pitch at this venue. Nevertheless, the pitch won't likely slow down with time. Also, as the chasing sides have won more matches than teams setting the target, the toss-winner might opt to bowl first. 

Players To Watch Out At Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

Ryan Rickelton

• South Africa's opening batter Ryan Rickelton had a memorable day against Afghanistan, as he struck a blistering hundred. He can capitalise on the track's even pace and bounce, and with Australia not having their best bowling attack, Rickelton could be a valuable asset for the Proteas. 

Travis Head

• Australia's swashbuckling opener Travis Head can exploit the batting-friendly conditions in Rawalpindi. If he survives the first few overs, Head can be a genuine threat to the South African bowling unit. 

Kagiso Rabada

• South Africa's premier speedster Kagiso Rabada has enjoyed stellar success against Australia, scalping 30 wickets in 16 matches at a magnificent strike rate of 25.67. He can trouble the Aussie batters with his pace and immaculate accuracy. 

P.S: Apart from these players, the eyes will be on Steve Smith, Heinrich Klaasen (if plays), Josh Inglis, Adam Zampa and David Miller. 

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