SA vs PAK Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Predicted Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For 1st ODI

South Africa and Pakistan are set to face each other in an exciting three-match ODI series, starting on December 17 in Paarl.

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 17 Dec 2024, 17:43 IST

View : 1.4K
1 Min Read

Table Of Contents

Preview

The South African side is all set to turn their fortunes against Pakistan in the first ODI of the three-match series slated to take place on December 17 at Boland Park, Paarl. This series comes after the Proteas resounding 2-0 victory in the T20I series, which ended on a disappointing note as the final match in Johannesburg was abandoned due to heavy rainfall.

Mohammad Rizwan and his men will be eager to recover from their T20I setback and make a strong start in the ODIs to gain momentum ahead of the two-match Test series commencing on Boxing Day. On the other hand, Temba Bavuma and his men will look to use their home advantage and ride on high confidence after the T20I series win.

With the action shifting to the ODIs after the T20I series, the two teams will look to fine-tune their teams and strategies as they prepare for future tournaments.

Also Check: Who will win today’s 1st ODI match between SA vs PAK?
 

Match Information

South Africa vs Pakistan, 1st ODI

Pakistan tour of South Africa, 17 Dec 2024, Tue, 5:30 PM IST ,Boland Park, Paarl

Broadcast

Sports 18 Channel

Live Stream

Jio Cinema

Weather Report

Boland Park, Paarl

Clear

31.3°C

20% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

South Africa

NR
W
W
W
W

Pakistan

NR
L
L
L
W

Players Stats in current Series

1

Saim Ayub

PAK - bat

129 Runs

2 Matches

264 Runs

3 Matches

267 Runs

2 Matches

125 Runs

2 Matches

5

Saim Ayub

PAK - bat

235 Runs

3 Matches

6

Babar Azam

PAK - bat

193 Runs

2 Matches

1

Abbas Afridi

PAK - bowl

220.00

2 Matches

2

Haris Rauf

PAK - bowl

300.00

2 Matches

3

114.29

1 Match

4

David Miller

SA - bat

205.00

1 Match

5

Abrar Ahmed

PAK - bowl

200.00

2 Matches

100.00

2 Matches

1

George Linde

SA - all

5 Wkts

2 Matches

2

Shaheen Afridi

PAK - bowl

7 Wkts

3 Matches

3

Mohammad Abbas

PAK - bowl

10 Wkts

2 Matches

4

Shaheen Afridi

PAK - bowl

3 Wkts

2 Matches

5

Marco Jansen

SA - all

6 Wkts

3 Matches

6

Marco Jansen

SA - all

10 Wkts

2 Matches

1

Dayyaan Galiem

SA - all

5.25

1 Match

2

Saim Ayub

PAK - bat

4.00

3 Matches

3

Saim Ayub

PAK - bat

1.13

2 Matches

4

George Linde

SA - all

6.13

2 Matches

5

Abrar Ahmed

PAK - bowl

4.21

2 Matches

6

2.85

1 Match

Probable Playing XI

South Africa

H Klaasen (wk), RD Rickelton, DA Miller, HE van der Dussen, T Shamsi, T Bavuma (C), M Jansen, T Stubbs, AK Markram, KA Maharaj, K Rabada

Bench : OEG Baartman, Kwena Maphaka, T de Zorzi, AL Phehlukwayo

Pakistan

Mohammad Rizwan (C), Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Agha Salman, Usman Khan, Haris Rauf, Sufyan Moqim, S Afridi, Abdullah Shafique, Kamran Ghulam, Naseem Shah

Bench : Tayyab Tahir, Irfan Khan, M Hasnain, Abrar Ahmed

Injury and availability news

From the host's camp, Kagiso Rabada has marked his return to the ODI squad. Star batters David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen have also found a spot for the first time since December 2023. Kwena Maphaka has also earned his maiden ODI call-up. Meanwhile, Anrich Nortje missed out on the selection due to injuries. With Anrich Nortje sidelined, the list of the injured pacers has stretched, given that Lungi Ngidi, Nandre Burger, Lizard Williams, and Gerald Coetzee are also out.

Pitch Report

Boland Park has historically favoured the batters. Five of the last six ODI games have seen 250+ scorelines. However, the bowlers do get some respite in the latter part of the game. The bowlers enjoy help from the surface during the run chase.

60%

Pace Bowling

40%

Spin Bowling

70%

Batting Pitch

250

Average Score

30%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8
C

Temba Bavuma SA | BAT

Temba Bavuma showcased his great form in the recently concluded Test series against SL, taking the side to sit at the top of the 2023-25 WTC standings. The stylish right-handed batter will be looking to step up in the ODI series against PAK ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy. The 34-year-old cricketer's form with bat can give you many fantasy points.

9
C

Marco Jansen SA | ALL

Marco Jansen has been in the great form in the ODIs, contributing with both bat and the ball over the years. The 24-year-old cricketer will be looking to boost the lower-middle orders of the game alongside giving crucial breakthroughs to his side in the middle overs. His form with both bat and ball can give you high returns so you can keep him in the captaincy pick.

7.5
C

Mohammad Rizwan PAK | WK

Pakistan side suffered defeat in the T20Is but they will be aiming to bounce back in the T20I series. The stylish right-handed batter will be looking to boost the top and middle orders of the game to help his side stand in the dominant spot. In addition, his work behind the stumps can bolster your fantasy points.

9

Babar Azam PAK | BAT

Former number one ODI batter can be your top picks considering his form in the ODIs. The Lahore born cricketer posses the ability to single handedly demolish the hosts bowlers in the series.

9

Agha Salman PAK | BAT

The 31-year-old cricketer has been one of the most standout performers from the Pakistani side. His form with both bat and the ball can give you high returns.

9

Aiden Markram SA | BAT

The star cricketer has been contributing with both bat and the ball in this format. Markram can pose big threat to Pakistan side with his performance.

8

Keshav Maharaj SA | BOWL

The left-arm spinner has been one of the most standout performers from the hosts camp. The 34-year-old cricketer will be looking to pose big threat to Pakistani batting unit.

9

Shaheen Afridi PAK | BOWL

The left-arm pacer might pose big threat to South Africa batters in the series. The 24-year-old cricketer seems to be an standout performers from the Pakistani camp.

8.5

Haris Rauf PAK | BOWL

The right-arm pacer has been one of the best bowlers from the Pakistani side in the current era and posses the ability to thwart Proteas batting unit.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

9

Kwena Maphaka

SA | BOWL

7.5

Sufyan Moqim

PAK | BAT

Last Updated On - Dec 17 2024 5:43 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

SA

6 : 5

PAK

Credits Left
5.5/100

Head To Head
Mohammad Rizwan

7.5

Heinrich Klaasen

9

Ryan Rickelton

8.5

Babar Azam

9

Agha Salman

9

Temba Bavuma
C

8

Aiden Markram
VC

9

Marco Jansen

9

Haris Rauf

8.5

Shaheen Afridi

9

Keshav Maharaj

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

SA

6 : 5

PAK

Credits Left
5.5/100

Grand League
Mohammad Rizwan

7.5

Babar Azam

9

Agha Salman

9

David Miller

9

Temba Bavuma

8

Tristan Stubbs

8.5

Aiden Markram

9

Marco Jansen
C

9

Haris Rauf
VC

8.5

Shaheen Afridi

9

Keshav Maharaj

8

Players
9/11

Team 1

SA

6 : 5

PAK

Credits Left
23/100

Mega League
Mohammad Rizwan

7.5

Babar Azam

9

Agha Salman

9

Temba Bavuma

8

Aiden Markram

9

Marco Jansen

9

Haris Rauf

8.5

Shaheen Afridi
VC

9

Keshav Maharaj
C

8

This is an app-only feature

Get the Crictracker app to view this team

Download App

Players
9/11

Team 1

SA

6 : 5

PAK

Credits Left
23/100

CricTracker Special
Mohammad Rizwan

7.5

Babar Azam

9

Agha Salman

9

Temba Bavuma

8

Aiden Markram

9

Marco Jansen

9

Haris Rauf

8.5

Shaheen Afridi
VC

9

Keshav Maharaj
C

8

More Match Details

Get every cricket updates! Follow Us:

Note

Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

Disclaimer

This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

Download Our App

For a better experience: Download the CricTracker app from the IOS and Google Play Store