The right-handed batter of the South Africa side, Dewald Brevis, has been ruled out of the three-match ODI series against the Pakistan side on November 04 with a low-grade shoulder muscle strain. He injured himself during the third T20I of the three-match T20I series in Lahore. The board has not even named a replacement for the veteran batter yet.

Brevis will be undergoing rehabilitation while remaining with the team in Pakistan ahead of the Proteas’ trip to India later this month, which will feature two Test matches, three ODIs, and five T20I encounters. The 22-year-old has got 110 runs in six 50-over innings at a strike rate of nearly 160.

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In the three fixtures, Brevis has scored only 56 runs at an average of under 19. Before getting injured, the Chennai Super Kings batter featured in all games on the trip to Pakistan as his highest score was 54, which he got in the second innings of the second Test at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. He would have loved to improve his record in the poor ODI career.

Dewald Brevis ruled out of the three-match ODI series against Pakistan

Brevis’s injury depletes South Africa’s ODI side further. They have decided to rest most all-format players- Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada- for the limited overs leg of the tour, along with injured Kwena Maphaka and Anrich Nortje, which has weakened their squad.

“He sustained the shoulder injury during the third T20 International at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday. Brevis will undergo rehabilitation with the Proteas Men’s medical team in Pakistan in preparation for the upcoming Test tour of India. His replacement for the ODI series will be announced in due course.” The statement from the Proteas Men was expressed on X (formerly Twitter).

Matthew Breetzke captains the ODI side, having only made his debut earlier this year, and now will rely heavily on the wicket-keeper opening batter, Quinton de Kock, who will be playing 50-overs for the first time since reversing his retirement. The Proteas’ India trip will begin on November 14 with the first Test at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

PAK vs SA 3rd T20I Match Preview:

Pakistan and South Africa will once again face each other in the final and decisive match of this T20 series. The visitors won the first match of the series, but in the next game, the hosts made a strong comeback by defeating South Africa and levelling the series 1-1.

In the previous encounter, Pakistan defeated South Africa by 9 wickets. Batting first, South Africa were bowled out for just 110 runs, setting a modest target of 111 for Pakistan. In reply, Pakistan comfortably chased down the target, losing only one wicket. Saim Ayub played an aggressive inning of 71 runs in just 38 balls, while Salman Mirza was awarded Man of the Match for his excellent bowling performance. Today's decisive match is expected to be very exciting, as both teams will take the field to win the trophy.

PAK vs SA Recent Performance:

PAK vs SA South Africa of Pakistan, 2025 Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: South Africa tour of Pakistan, 2025
• Match: PAK vs SA Match 3rd T20I
• Date: 1 Nov. 2025
• Match Start Time: 08:30 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: Fan Code app.

PAK vs SA Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 10 Matches)

PAK vs SA Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather report for the series decider is good. The temperature is expected to reach around 30.8. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 160 and 180 runs. The pitch offers good assistance to batters and  pacers, suggesting a high-scoring encounter

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan, stats: 

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan, the pitch is balanced and provides equal opportunities to both batsmen and bowlers. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.      

PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Pakistan (PAK) Probable 11:

Sahibzada Farhan, 2. Saim Ayub, 3. Babar Azam, 4. Agha Salman(C), 5. Usman Khan-Shinwari(WK), 6. Hasan Nawaz, 7. Mohammad Nawaz, 8. Faheem Ashraf, 9. Salman Mirza, 10. Naseem Shah, 11. Abrar Ahmed

South Africa (SA) Probable 11:

Sahibzada Farhan, 2. Saim Ayub, 3. Babar Azam, 4. Agha Salman(C), 5. Usman Khan-Shinwari(WK), 6. Hasan Nawaz, 7. Mohammad Nawaz, 8. Faheem Ashraf, 9. Salman Mirza, 10. Naseem Shah, 11. Abrar Ahmed

PAK vs SA- Top Picks from Pakistan

PAK vs SA- Top Picks from South Africa

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

Saim Ayub (PAK) is currently the leading run-scorer in the series. He can also contribute with the ball and has taken 2 wickets so far.

Mohammad Nawaz (SA) is an impactful all-rounder from Pakistan. So far, he has scored 36 runs and taken 3 wickets. 

Reeza Hendricks (SA) opens the innings for the SA team and is currently the highest run-scorer for South Africa. 

George Linde (SA) is a good option; the all-rounder has scored 45 runs and taken three wickets in the series so far.

PAK vs SA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

PAK vs SA Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice: 

PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

PAK is expected to win this match. Pakistan won the previous game with relative ease. They dominated South Africa in all departments, which boosted their confidence. However, their middle-order performance is a major concern for them.

PAK vs SA 3rd T20I FAQ

PAK vs SA 2nd T20I Match Preview:

South Africa defeated Pakistan by 55 runs and took an unassailable lead of 1-0 in the series. The Proteas posted 194 runs in the first inning, thanks to the brilliant batting of Reeza Hendricks and George Linde.

 In the second innings, Pakistan's middle-order batters once again disappointed their fans, as the entire team was bundled out for just 139 runs. Saim Ayub, Mohammad Nawaz showed some resistance, but their efforts were not enough.

George Linde and Corbin Bosch troubled the Pakistani batters throughout the inning, both taking 7 wickets.

Heading into the second game, there is immense pressure on the Pakistan team; they will aim to level the series. This match is also crucial for Babar Azam and Agha Salman, as questions have been raised about their place in the team.

PAK vs SA Recent Performance:

PAK vs SA South Africa Tour of Pakistan, 2025 Match Details:

• Series/Tournament: South Africa Tour of Pakistan, 2025
• Match: PAK vs SA Match 2nd T20I
• Date: 31 Oct. 2025
• Match Start Time: 08:30 PM IST
• Stadium/Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan
• Live Score: cricketwinner.com
• Live Streaming: Fan Code app.

PAK vs SA Head-to-Head Stats:

(Last 11 Matches)

PAK vs SA Pitch & Weather Report:

The weather is expected to be favourable during this match. The temperature is expected to reach around 29.2°C. Based on previous stats, the average score at this venue ranges between 180 and 200 runs. The pitch offers good assistance to batters and pacers, suggesting a high-scoring encounter.

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan, Stats: 

Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan, the pitch is balanced and provides equal opportunities to both batsmen and bowlers. Winning the toss and opting to bat first will be a wise decision on this surface.      

PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Pakistan (PAK) Probable 11:

1. Sahibzada Farhan, 2. Saim Ayub, 3. Babar Azam, 4. Agha Salman(C), 5. Usman Khan-Shinwari(WK), 6. Hasan Nawaz, 7. Mohammad Nawaz, 8. Faheem Ashraf, 9. Shaheen Afridi, 10. Naseem Shah, 11. Abrar Ahmed

South Africa (SA) Probable 11:

1. Quinton de Kock(WK), 2. Reeza Hendricks, 3. Tony de Zorzi(WK), 4. Dewald Brevis, 5. Matthew Breetzke, 6. Donovan Ferreira(WK)(C), 7. George Linde, 8. Corbin Bosch, 9. Nandre Burger, 10. Lizaad Williams, 11. Lungi Ngidi

PAK vs SA- Top Picks from Pakistan:

PAK vs SA- Top Picks from South Africa:

Cricket Winner Player’s Insight:

• Saim Ayub (PAK) will be a key player for Pakistan in this match. The talented all-rounder smashed 36 runs and took 2 wickets in the first game.
• Corbin Bosch (SA) took 4 wickets in the first match. He has been consistent for SA in this format and is expected to take 2-3 wickets in this match as well.
• George Linde(SA) was named Player of the match in the first game for his all-round brilliance. He will be a must-own pick.
• Mohammad Nawaz(PAK) took 2 wickets and scored 36 runs. He will be a profitable pick for the fantasy team.

PAK vs SA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices:

PAK vs SA Fantasy Team Suggestion:  

PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Expert Advice: 

PAK vs SA Dream11 Prediction Probable Winners:

SA is expected to win this match. The SA team batting unit has depth and experience and a lot of firepower, while the PAK middle order has been struggling for a while. Pakistan is hoping for a big knock from Babar Azam and Agha Salman.

PAK vs SA 2nd T20I FAQ

Who is likely to win the PAK vs SA match today?

South Africa (SA) is expected to win this match.

Who is ahead in head-to-head stats?    

South Africa.

Who are the top fantasy picks for the PAK vs SA Dream11 team?

Mohammad Nawaz, George Linde, Reeza Hendricks, and Corbin Bosch

What is the pitch report for this match?

The surface is flat and excellent for batters, and we can expect an average score range between 180 and 200 runs.

Temba Bavuma will return to lead South Africa’s 15-member squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against India next month after completing his recovery from a calf strain. The World Test Championship-winning captain missed the start of their WTC title defense against Pakistan after sustaining the injury in England in September. 

Bavuma will not feature in the white-ball games that start in Pakistan this week but will return in the A-side to play India A in an unofficial match in Bengaluru before joining the red-ball squad. His inclusion in the squad is the only change from their squad that drew with Pakistan by 1-1, as he comes at the expense of David Bedingham, who didn’t play both games.

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Bedingham has played 15 red-ball matches for the Rainbow Nation and scored one century and four half-centuries, but before his 82-run knock against Zimbabwe at the Queen’s Park Oval in Bulawayo, he went for 12 innings with a fifty.

South Africa make one change in 15-member squad against India in Tests

South Africa have stuck with their ratio of three specialist spinners as all of Keshav Maharaj, Simon Harmer, and Senuran Muthusamy did a fantastic job in Pakistan. The off-spinner of the side, Prenelan Subrayen, who played the opening Test match while Maharaj was recovering from the groin strain, has not been considered in the side.

Kagiso Raba, Corbin Bosch, and Marco Jansen will be part of the pace attack, while their veteran right-arm fast bowler, Lungi Ngidi, won’t be included after missing out on the Pakistan trip. The opening clash of the two-match series will begin on November 14 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata before the action shifts to Guwahati from November 22.

After the end of the Test series, both teams will feature in a three-match ODI series and five T20I matches on this tour.

South Africa squad for Tests against India

Temba Bavuma (captain), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Kyle Verreynne, Dewald Brevis, Zubayr Hamza, Tony de Zorzi, Corbin Bosch, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada, Simon Harmer.

South Africa’s Test team landed in Lahore on Wednesday to start their tour of Pakistan. They will play a two-match Test series beginning on October 12. This tour includes games in all formats of cricket.

The first Test will be held from October 12 to 16 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The second Test will take place from October 20 to 24 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

In the next few days, the team will train and get used to the local conditions before facing Pakistan in the red-ball series. This series will also start the new 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle for both teams.

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Pakistan vs South Africa Test Series 2025

Pakistan is ready to start the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship with a fresh mindset after finishing last in the previous cycle, where they lost nine out of 14 matches. South Africa, on the other hand, wants to begin their title defense with a strong performance.

The first Test will be played from October 12 to 16 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, and the second Test from October 20 to 24 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Tickets for both matches are now available online and will also be sold at TCS Express Centres starting Thursday, October 8.

After the Tests, both teams will play three T20Is and three ODIs from October 28 to November 8. The squads for the white-ball series will be announced later.

Pakistan Squad: Shan Masood (C), Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Asif Afridi, Babar Azam, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Kamran Ghulam, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Noman Ali, Rohail Nazir (WK), Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, Shaheen Shah Afridi.

South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram (C), David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Zubayr Hamza, Simon Harmer, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj (second Test only), Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Prenelan Subrayen, Kyle Verreynne.

South Africa won the third cycle of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 against the defending champions Australia at the iconic ground at Lord’s. Many Protea fans and the upcoming generation of players in the longest format truly lived the moment and perhaps had dreamt of achieving it in the future. But how?

South Africa won’t play any home Test in their next season. That’s a harsh truth: that the current WTC champions will be without a home Test match for more than a year because they have sandwiched the SA20 between the away Pakistan series and the upcoming T20 World Cup. And Kagiso Rabada, their premier pacer, has displayed his disappointment on that aspect.

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“This has been an issue we have been talking about for the past three years, or even longer. The nice thing is that it’s good to see that Test match cricket is still, you know, being watched and watched with closed eyes. I mean, there have been some really fantastic games that have been played. So, that’s well and truly alive.” Rabada expressed during the recent interaction on Sky Sports Cricket.

Watch: Kagiso Rabada laments South Africa’s lack of Tests

They will also play two away Tests in India. Next year, they will host Australia for four Test matches. However, this lack of red-ball fixtures won’t be an advantage for the Proteas for the next WTC cycle. Rabada said that money is the last thing that everyone is after in this era.

Kagiso Rabada laments the lack of Test match cricket played by South Africa 🇿🇦 pic.twitter.com/BFniJLm76v

— Sky Sports Cricket (@SkyCricket) September 12, 2025

“Unfortunately, now, the game is more about money. You know, what’s going to make the most money, and that’s the challenge that you are looking at right now, it comes to more of an inclusivity for the other cricketing nations because, let’s talk a fact here, is that you need all the other nations to make world cricket. And that’s been a challenge.” The current pacer claimed.

The opening Test of the away Pakistan series will begin on October 12 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore before the action shifts to the Rawalpindi Stadium for the second encounter on October 20.

The veteran South Africa off-spinner, Prenelan Subrayen, has been reported for a suspect bowling action during the opening ODI of the three-match series against Australia down under on August 19 in Cairns. The match officials, both the on-field umpires, have shown their concerns about the legality of the action of the off-spinner.

The first 50-over fixture against Australia was the debut ODI game for the spinner, where he bowled ten overs and picked up the vital wicket of the opposition opening batter, Travis Head, who was stumped out in trying to go for a big shot down the crease. The 31-year-old had also made his red-ball debut this year against Zimbabwe.

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The bowler will not undergo an Independent Assessment of his bowling action at an ICC Accredited Testing facility. He won’t be able to take part in the rest of the two games of the series as the Proteas will miss the spinner, having already lost their premier pacer, Kagiso Rabada, who was ruled out of the series due to the injury that he picked up during the T20I series.

South Africa’s Prenelan Subrayen reported for suspect bowling action

In the opening game, none of the touring batters was able to celebrate a big score. Opener Aiden Markram smashed a fine knock of 82 runs in 81 balls with the help of nine boundaries, as the captain, Temba Bavuma, also clubbed 65 runs in 74 balls with the help of five boundaries at a strike rate of 88. Breetzke dashed 57 runs at a strike rate of over 100 to take them to 296/8 in 50 overs.

Australia was well in the chase with the 60-run opening stand before the Keshav Maharaj storm blew them away. They suddenly fell like a pack of cards to 89/6 as the left-arm spinner picked up a five-wicket haul in the blink of an eye.

Captain Mitchell Marsh clubbed 88 runs in 96 balls with the help of 10 boundaries at a strike rate of over 90, as the second highest score was 33 in the scorecard. The home side faced a 98-run defeat to go 0-1 down in the series. The second game will take place on August 22 at the Great Barrier Reef Area in Mackay.

Dewald Bravis, the upcoming T20 superstar for South Africa, had already grabbed so much fame during the recent 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Chennai Super Kings. The right-handed batter smashed 225 runs at a strike rate of 180 in six innings at an average of 37.50. But during the second T20I against Australia in Darwin.

Brevis walked into the middle during the fifth over and smashed Ben Dwarshuis for a four before smoking Glenn Maxwell over long-on for a huge six. But the viral video was around the no-look six against Sean Abbott on the opening delivery of the ninth over, followed by another four through the backward point region. He swung his willow against Adam Zampa for another six over long-on. Australia looked to have no answer. 

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It was the 12th over when the batter opened up against Maxwell. He clubbed the second ball for a six over long-on before repeating the same short over deep mid-wicket for another over boundary. The fourth delivery of the over was dropped before he dashed another six straight down the ground.

Watch: Dewald Brevis smashes no-look six during AUS vs SA 2nd T20I match

Brevis celebrated his half-century in just 25 balls as he also became the third youngest Protea batter to record a T20I fifty at an age of 22 years after Tristan Stubbs did it at 21 and Lhuan-de-Pretorius achieved the feat at 19. It was also the fastest T20I century for the Rainbow Nation against Australia.

No Look Banger by brevis.😭🔥 pic.twitter.com/RViKfHhylQ

— U' (@toxifyy18) August 12, 2025

When Marsh brought back the pacers, they went short at the batter, who clubbed it over the wicket-keeper’s head for a six. Australia seemed to be clueless against Brevis, who didn’t look to end the knock. He drilled Dwarshuis for two successive boundaries and ended with an unbeaten 125 runs in 56 balls, scoring 12 boundaries and eight sixes at a strike rate of 223.21.

That is now the highest individual T20I score for the Proteas, overtaking 119 by Faf du Plessis against West Indies in 2015. It’s also the highest individual T20I score against Australia, surpassing 123 by Ruturaj Gaikwad in 2023. This is also the highest individual score in the T20Is in Australia as he went past Shan Watson’s 124* against India in Sydney in 2016.

South Africa and Australia meet each other during the first of the three-game T20I series at Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin, as international cricket returned to the venue after nearly 18 years. The former is coming on the back of the tri-series in Zimbabwe, where they lost the final against New Zealand. On the other hand, Australia earned a 5-0 series victory against the West Indies.

The Rainbow Nation got back their notable players in the side, including Kagiso Rabada, captain Aiden Markram, who took a break from the tri-series after winning the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 against the same opposition at Lord’s. The visitors won the toss and opted to bowl first on a surface they had no idea of.

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“We are going to have a bowl. Not too much info on this venue, will have a look at it with the ball and then take the game from there. It has been good. We have been here for a week or so, the boys have been out and about, and there are some nice things to do around, and training as well. We are trying to fine-tune a lot of things as we build up to that World Cup.” Markram revealed.

South Africa win the toss and choose to bowl first in AUS vs SA 1st T20I

Mitchell Marsh, Australia’s captain, revealed that they were excited to be back in playing at this venue, while on the other hand, they chase their on the verge of an eight-match winning streak in the shortest format.

“We were going to have a bowl first. Mainly, we haven't played here as a group, but it (the pitch) does look like a belter. No, I didn't (know they were on an 8-game winning streak). Hopefully, the winning way continues.. We have had a great lead-up as a group and hopefully put on a show for the Darwin crowd.” Marsh claimed.

South Africa’s Playing XI

Aiden Markram(c), Ryan Rickelton(w), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, George Linde, Senuran Muthusamy, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi

Australia’s Playing XI

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Josh Inglis(w), Cameron Green, Tim David, Mitchell Owen, Glenn Maxwell, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

The Dolphins batter, Marques Ackerman, will continue to lead the South African side for the upcoming trip to New Zealand, which is set to take place later this month. The two teams will lock horns for the 50-over fixtures at Willowmoore Park in Benoni from August 30 to September 03 before the focus shifts to the four-day clashes at JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom and Benoni. 

Both squads have a core group of players who recently made their trips to the Caribbean, where Ackerman led the Proteas’ A-side to the commanding 2-0 series victories in the one-day and four-day games. The two international pacers, Gerald Coetzee and Kwena Maphaka, will feature in both squads as the former aims to get back his sharpness with the ball.

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North West Dragons’ batter, Rubin Hermann, who made his T20I debut during the tri-series against Zimbabwe and New Zealand, has been named in the 50-over squad. The Lions’ batter, Zubayr Hamza, has returned to the squad of the Rainbow Nation as a part of the four-day squad.

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Head coach, Wandile Gwavu, expressed that with the teams doing fabulously well in the West Indies trip, they have kept faith in the players to display another superb performance against the Blackcaps at home.

“I was impressed with how Marques led the team during the West Indies tour. The entire changeroom wanted to play for him, and that’s always a great sign. It was an easy decision to back him again, and I’m looking forward to working with him on this upcoming tour.” Gwavu said in the press conference.

“Gerald and Kwena add valuable international experience and skill, and with Bjorn Fortuin unavailable due to a groin injury, Tsepo’s selection is well deserved based on his recent performances. Playing in our backyard in familiar conditions is an added advantage.” The head coach of the side shed light.

South Africa one-day squad against New Zealand A

Marques Ackerman (captain), Okuhle Cele, Gerald Coetzee, Jordan Hermann, Rubin Hermann, Tristan Luus, Kwena Maphaka, Rivaldo Moonsamy, Tshepo Moreki, Mihlali Mpongwana, Tsepo Ndwandwa, Nqaba Peter, Sinethemba Qeshile, Andile Simelane, and Jason Smith.

South Africa four-day squad against New Zealand A

Marques Ackerman (captain), Okuhle Cele, Gerald, Schalk Engelbrecht, Zubayr Hamza, Jordan Hermann, Tristan Luus, Kwena Maphaka, Rivaldo Moonsamy, Tshepo Moreki, Mihlali Mpongwana, Tsepo Ndwandwa, Sinethemba Qeshile, Lesego Senokwane, Jason Smith, and Codi Yusuf.