Pakistan and South Africa are set to face off in a do-or-die match in the tri-series. Whoever wins this game will take on New Zealand in the final this Saturday. Both teams have already lost to the Kiwis, so they’ve tweaked their line-ups to fix their batting struggles.
Team Changes for the Big Game
Pakistan has brought in Saud Shakeel at No. 3, replacing Kamran Ghulam, while Mohammad Hasnain steps in for the injured Haris Rauf. On the other side, South Africa has reshuffled their batting order—Matthew Breetzke moves to No. 3, Tony de Zorzi will open, and Heinrich Klaasen takes over as wicketkeeper. They’ve also swapped in Corbin Bosch and Keshav Maharaj for Mpongwana and Dala.
What to Expect from the Pitch
The match has shifted to Karachi, and the pitch here might be tougher for batters. Spinners could play a huge role, which might give Pakistan an edge with Abrar Ahmed in their squad. South Africa, meanwhile, will rely on Maharaj and Shamsi to turn things their way.
Key Players to Watch
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Pakistan: Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Abrar Ahmed
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South Africa: Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, and Lungi Ngidi
Both teams have strong line-ups, but with so much at stake, it’s all about who handles the pressure better. Will Pakistan’s spin attack dominate, or will South Africa’s batting depth pull them through? We’ll find out soon.
