PAK vs SA Live Streaming, 1st ODI: Pakistan begin the ODI series under the new leadership of Shaheen Shah Afridi, who will be keen to start well on home soil. The side seems to be well-set with a strong top order comprising Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, with the inclusion of young opener Saim Ayub bringing freshness into the batting lineup.
PAK vs SA Live Streaming, 1st ODI: Match Preview
Their bowling, which has conventionally been the strong suit of Pakistan, will once again be spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, backed by the spin of Mohammad Nawaz and Abrar Ahmed.
With the series, South Africa will get a chance to test their depth and adaptability with a busy calendar ahead in 2026. Veteran Quinton de Kock returns to the ODI setup, while Matthew Breetzke takes the captaincy mantle. The Proteas pace attack, led by Lungi Ngidi and Nandre Burger, will be crucial in Faisalabad’s flat conditions, where bowlers need to strike early.
Both teams are rebuilding: Pakistan adjusting combinations under new management and South Africa nurturing their next generation of talent. One can expect a fiercely contested game filled with energy, pace, and flair in the return of international cricket to Faisalabad.
PAK vs SA Live Streaming, 1st ODI: Where to Watch in India?
The first One Day International between Pakistan and South Africa will be played on Tuesday, 4 November 2025, at the Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad marking the return of international cricket to the city after 17 years.
The game begins at 3:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 3:00 PM. Live action will be seen by the Indian audience on the Sports TV YouTube channel, while the audiences in Pakistan will be able to see the game live on PTV Sports.
PAK vs SA Live Streaming, 1st ODI: Probable Playing 11s
Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Hussain Talat, Salman Agha, Hasan Nawaz, Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Mohammad Nawaz, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed.
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Tony de Zorzi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Matthew Breetzke (c), Donovan Ferreira, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, George Linde, Lungi Ngidi, Nandre Burger, Ottneil Baartman.
PAK vs SA Live Streaming, 1st ODI: Match Prediction
Historically, Pakistan have dominated in Faisalabad, having won nine of their twelve ODIs at the venue. Their familiarity with local conditions gives them a notable edge.
With its dynamic middle order and improved all-round depth, however, South Africa are far from pushovers.
Expect the top order in Pakistan, especially Babar Azam and Rizwan, to anchor the innings, with early breakthroughs from Afridi being probably decisive. For South Africa, experience from De Kock and Brevis’s attacking batting will be important.
Prediction: Pakistan to pip the Proteas in a nail-biting encounter, leading the series 1-0.
Disclaimer: Match forecast is based on in-depth analysis of team form, available venue statistics, and performance trends of involved players. Actual results may differ, and this should not be considered betting or gambling advice.
