England and South Africa will clash in a three-match ODI series from September 2 to 7, 2025, at legendary UK grounds. The two teams approach the series with balanced lineups, top players, and fitness issues that bring an element of suspense to the competition. Fans can look forward to a highly competitive series as the two cricketing giants clash.
England vs South Africa ODI Series Overview
The series starts at Headingley in Leeds on September 2, then shifts to London at Lord’s on September 4, and finally ends at The Rose Bowl in Southampton on September 7.
Harry Brook will captain England, accompanied by veteran players like Jos Buttler, Joe Root, and Jonny Bairstow. Emerging talent Rehan Ahmed brings the energy of youth to the team.
For South Africa, there’s captain Temba Bavuma at the helm of a well-rounded team that includes Aiden Markram, Dewald Brevis, and Kagiso Rabada, but Rabada’s ankle fitness continues to be a point of conversation.
England vs South Africa Live Telecast in India
The ODI series will be telecast live in India on Sony Sports Network, with the broadcast being shown on Sony Sports Ten 1 and Sony Sports Ten 1 HD TV channels.
England vs South Africa Live Streaming on OTT
Online viewers can catch the live streaming on Sony LIV and FanCode app, making it possible for fans to stay updated with every ball in transit. Subscriptions could be needed to watch the coverage on these apps.
England vs South Africa Head-to-Head Record
- Total ODIs: Matches – 71 | England – 30 | South Africa – 35 | Tied – 1 | No Result – 5
- In England: Matches – 29 | England – 17 | South Africa – 9 | No Result – 3
Although South Africa have a slight edge in the overall record, England have ruled at home.
England vs South Africa Squads
England: Harry Brook (captain), Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler (wk), Brydon Carse, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Joe Root, Jamie Smith (wk)
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (captain), Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs
England vs South Africa Match Timings in India
- 1st ODI – September 2, Headingley, Leeds – 5:30 PM IST
- 2nd ODI – September 4, Lord’s, London – 5:30 PM IST
- 3rd ODI – September 7, The Rose Bowl, Southampton – 3:30 PM IST
With England looking to further strengthen their home superiority and South Africa hoping to gain rhythm following their tour of Australia, the ODI series is expected to deliver exciting cricket throughout the three matches.
