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When Will Pakistan vs South Africa 1st T20I Start? Check The Time Details For Durban Affair

Debashis Sarangi

Pakistan will face South Africa in 1st T20I tonight [Source: @Danny61000/X]Pakistan will face South Africa in 1st T20I tonight [Source: @Danny61000/X]

This evening, Pakistan will cross swords against South Africa in the first game of the upcoming three-match T20I series. The much-awaited face-off will take place at the iconic Kingsmead Stadium in Durban. 

Led by Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan have a robust T20I outfit comprising several outright match-winners throughout the lineup. While Saim Ayub, Usman Khan and Irfan Khan Niazi bring dynamism and flamboyance to the table, the veteran duo of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan ensures solidity and reliability in the batting order. Meanwhile, Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf will spearhead Pakistan's bowling attack, with Sufyan Muqeem and Abbas Afridi playing supporting roles. 

On the other hand, South Africa's T20I graph has been on an upward trend since their prolific performance in the World Cup earlier this year. Apart from skipper Heinrich Klaasen, the Proteas will depend on the experienced trio of Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen and David Miller to hold their batting lineup together. 

Meanwhile, Anrich Nortje, Ottniel Baartman and Tabraiz Shamsi could be South Africa's go-to bowling options in the series opener. As the stage is set for a cracking contest, here are the timing details of this much-anticipated clash. 

What Time Will PAK vs SA 1st T20I In Durban Start?

The first T20I between Pakistan and South Africa at Kingsmead stadium in Durban will start at 6.00 PM local time and 09.30 PM IST. So, Pakistani cricket fans can enjoy the match from 09.00 PM PKT only if the proceedings don't get delayed because of rain and inclement weather conditions. 

What Are The Innings Times For PAK vs SA Durban T20I?

On average, it takes around three and a half hours to complete a T20I match. So, expect the first innings of Pakistan vs South Africa first T20I to be completed at around 11 PM IST. There will be a mid-innings break of 10 minutes before the run-chase starts in the second half. Having said that, these timings are flexible, unlike Tests, and might vary due to several factors, particularly weather and over rate of the bowling side.