Pakistan vs South Africa Prediction and Bet Cricket 06 November 2025

Pakistan and South Africa will lock horns at the Iqbal Cricket Stadium in Faisalabad for the second game of a three-game ODI series. The hosts lead the series 1-0; can they get another win here, or will South Africa bounce back? Let's dive into the preview and offer predictions.

Pakistan vs South Africa: Date and Time of the Match Start

• Match: Pakistan vs South Africa
• Date: Thursday, 6th November 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 13:00 (AEST)
• Stadium: Iqbal Cricket Stadium, Faisalabad, Pakistan.

Interesting Facts About Teams

Pakistan lead this series 1-0.

Pakistan have won their last five ODIs against South Africa.

South Africa lead the head-to-head between the two sides 52-35.

Weather Report before the Match

The weather at the Iqbal Cricket Stadium in Faisalabad during this game is forecast to be sunny, with temperatures around 27°C, 38% humidity, a wind speed of 11 kmph, and a 0% chance of rain. The venue is a batting-friendly ground. Fast bowlers get early movement, while spinners become effective later. The quick outfield and short boundaries facilitate high scores. 

Pakistan vs South Africa: Chances of Winning

Pakistan enter this game as the favourites once again after an impressive outing in the first game of this series. They look ready for another win here, but it is now left for them to perfect the run well. On the other hand, it is a must-win game for South Africa if they are to remain in contention for a series win.

Pakistan's chance of winning - 65%

South Africa's chance of winning - 35%

Pakistan Preview

Pakistan secured a two-wicket win over South Africa in the first game of this ODI series. Salman Agha gave the team the spark they needed with 62 runs, and Mohammad Rizwan added 55 after Fakhar Zaman (45) and Saim Ayub (39) had provided a strong start. In the bowling department, Naseem Shah and Abrar Ahmed took three wickets each in the series opener. The Men in Green will now hope to secure the win in this clash to extend their dominance over South Africa.

Key Players: Shaheen Shah Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Salman Ali Agha

Pakistan Players List

Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha.

South Africa Preview

It was truly an opener to forget for South Africa after losing by two wickets to Pakistan. Despite Quinton de Kock (63 runs), Lhuan-dre Pretorius (57 runs), Matthew Breetzke (42 runs), and Corbin Bosch (41 runs), the team still found a way to trail the clash. Their bowling attack features Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi, Corbin Bosch, Bjorn Fortuin, and George Linde. In the opening match, Ngidi, Bosch, and Ferreira each took two wickets. The team will now look forward to leveling the series quickly for a chance to win it at the end of the series.

Key Players: Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, George Linde

South Africa Players List

Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, George Linde, Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke (c), Quinton de Kock, Donovan Ferreira, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Sinethemba Qeshile, Nandre Burger, Bjorn Fortuin, Lungi Ngidi, Nqabayomzi Peter, Lizaad Williams, Ottneil Baartman

Pakistan vs South Africa Head-to-Head

Pakistan and South Africa have met a total of 88 times in ODIs, with South Africa leading the head-to-head run with 52 wins, Pakistan have 35, and one game ended with no result.

Head-to-Head Record

• Total - 88
• South Africa - 52
• Pakistan - 35
• Draw - 00
• No Result - 01

Who will win the match, Pakistan vs South Africa?

Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday’s Pakistan vs South Africa ODI match 10,000 times.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives Pakistan a 65% chance of beating South Africa in the 2025 ODI match.

Pakistan vs South Africa Prediction

As expected, Pakistan secured a win in the first game of this series. Although I wasn’t impressed with the performance but a win remains a win. They have garnered the needed motivation to go again in this game and secure the much-needed victory. I see them winning this game, despite the difficulties they may face against South Africa.

Our first prediction is Total 1: Over 260.5 runs — 1.85 for 1xBet Bookmakers.

Our second Prediction is Pakistan to win the toss — 1.92 odds for Bc.game Bookmaker.

Our Third Prediction is Pakistan to win - 1.60 odds for Dafabet bookmaker