The South Africa vs Pakistan T20 series will begin on December 10, 2024, in Durban. The three-match series includes games in Centurion and Johannesburg. Aiden Markram is rested, and Heinrich Klaasen will captain South Africa. Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan leads a confident squad following a recent series win against Zimbabwe. Matches will be available on Sports18 and JioCinema.
The South Africa vs Pakistan T20 series in 2024 is set to commence on December 10 in Durban. This three-match series will feature games at prominent venues: the first match will occur at Kingsmead Cricket Ground, followed by the second at SuperSport Park in Centurion on December 13, and concluding at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg on December 14. Currently, South Africa ranks sixth while Pakistan is seventh in the ICC men’s T20I team standings.
In a notable change, South African T20I captain Aiden Markram will not participate in the series due to his involvement in the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka. Heinrich Klaasen has been appointed as the interim captain for this T20I series. Key players such as Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, and Tristan Stubbs will also be absent as they continue with Test commitments. However, Anrich Nortje and Tabraiz Shamsi will return to the squad after their absence since the Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, alongside all-rounder George Linde, who makes a comeback after three years.
Conversely, the Pakistan cricket team enters the series with confidence, having secured a 2-1 victory in a recent T20I series against Zimbabwe. Yorkshire’s Mohammad Rizwan will lead the team, reinstating star batter Babar Azam to the squad. However, Fakhar Zaman was omitted after failing to regain his match fitness.
Historically, Pakistan has the upper hand in T20 encounters against South Africa, having won 12 of their 22 meetings. The last match between the two teams took place during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in November 2022, where Pakistan triumphed by 33 runs via the DLS method.
The matches can be viewed live in India on Sports18 1 SD and Sports18 1 HD channels. Furthermore, fans can stream the series live via the JioCinema app and website, ensuring accessible viewing from December 10, with all matches scheduled to start at 9:30 PM IST.
The squads for the series are as follows:
– South Africa T20 Squad: Heinrich Klaasen (captain), Ottneil Baartman, Matthew Breetzke, Donovan Ferreira, Reeza Hendricks, Patrick Kruger, George Linde, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Anrich Nortje, Nqaba Peter, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Andile Simelane, Rassie van der Dussen.
– Pakistan T20 Squad: Mohammad Rizwan (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Hasnain, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Omair Bin Yousuf, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Afridi, Sufyan Moqim, Tayyab Tahir, Usman Khan.
This article details the upcoming T20 series between South Africa and Pakistan in 2024, including match schedules, team preparations, player absences, and historical performance between the two cricketing nations. Cricket matches of this caliber are significant not only for the teams involved but also for their ranking positions on the international stage, which influences future matchups and tournament seedings. The article also highlights the broadcasting options available for fans, reflecting the growing demand for live sports content in India and globally.
In summary, the South Africa vs Pakistan T20 series in December 2024 promises to be an engaging contest, especially with South Africa’s adjustments in team leadership and roster amid ongoing Test commitments. Pakistan’s recent success in Zimbabwe adds to the anticipation, as both teams aim to improve their standings. Fans are encouraged to catch the action through available broadcasters and streaming platforms.
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