/sky247-english/media/media_files/2025/10/19/screenshot-2025-10-10-180855-860x560-1-2025-10-19-12-12-26.png)
Pakistan will cross swords with South Africa in the second and final Test of the two-match series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, starting on Monday, October 20.
Delving into the details of the first Test, Pakistan batted first and posted a dominating total of 378 runs in 110.4 overs. In response, South Africa scored 269 runs in 84 overs. In the third innings, Pakistan got all out for 167 runs in 46.1 overs. In the fourth innings, South Africa could score only 183 runs in 60.5 overs as they lost the game by 93 runs.
PAK vs SA, Test Series, Match 2, Match Details
Match: Pakistan vs South Africa, Test Series 2025, Match 2
Time & Date: 10:00 AM IST, October 20 to 24
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
PAK vs SA, Test Series, Match 2 Pitch Report
Rawalpindi surface is expected to be one of the flattest wickets in the country, with batters coming out all guns blazing, eyeing big scores. However, spinners will come into the picture as the game progresses to the third day.
PAK vs SA, Test Series, Match 2 Probable XIs
Pakistan
Imam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Shan Masood (c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Agha, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan.
South Africa
Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Senuran Muthusamy, Prenelan Subrayen, Kagiso Rabada, Simon Harmer.
PAK vs SA, Test Series, Match 2 Winner Prediction
Match Winner: Pakistan
As seen in the first T20I, Pakistan is expected to dominate the proceedings in this game as well, courtesy of a better spin-equipped line-up. Though we can expect better gameplay from South Africa, Men In Green are anticipated to win the series 2-0.
Stay updated with the latest cricket news, match insights, and exclusive updates at Sky247 India and download the Sky247 app to start betting today!