Pakistan Women will take on South Africa Women in the 1st ODI of the South Africa Women tour of Pakistan 2025 at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Both teams will be eager to begin the series with a strong performance and set the tone for the upcoming matches.
Probable Playing XIs
Pakistan Women (PAK-W): –
Aliya Riaz, Eyman Fatima, Natalia Pervaiz, Sadaf Shamas, Shawaal Zulfiqar, Sidra Amin, Fatima Sana, Omaima Sohail, Muneeba Ali, Sidra Nawaz, Diana Baig, Nashra Sundhu, Rameen Shamim, Sadia Iqbal, Syeda Aroob Shah
South Africa Women (SA-W): –
Anneke Bosch, Laura Wolvaardt, Tazmin Brits, Annerie Dercksen, Chloe Tryon, Marizanne Kapp, Miane Smit, Nadine De Klerk, Nondumiso Shangase, Sune Luus, Karabo Meso, Sinalo Jafta, Ayabonga Khaka, Masabata Klaas, Nonkululeko Mlaba, Tumi Sekhukhune
Head-to-Head Stats
In their last five ODI encounters, South Africa Women have won 2 matches, while Pakistan Women have managed 1 victories, showing the competitive balance between these two sides.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore usually offers a good batting surface with even bounce. Pacers can extract movement early on under the morning conditions, while spinners may come into play later in the innings. A score around 240–260 can be competitive in ODIs here.
Weather Forecast
The weather in Lahore is expected to be hot and dry with temperatures around 32–34°C. Humidity will remain close to 50%, and there is no forecast of rain, ensuring a full 50-over contest.
Prediction
South Africa Women, with their balanced squad and depth in both batting and bowling, enter as favorites. However, Pakistan Women, buoyed by home conditions and crowd support, will be eager to put up a tough fight. Expect a close contest, with SA-W holding a slight edge in the 1st ODI.
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