Match Prediction PAK vs SA – October 27 – ICC Cricket World Cup

Match Details 

Teams: Pakistan vs South Africa

Match number: 26th match

Series: ICC Cricket World Cup

Date: October 27, 2023

Time: 08:30 AM GMT / 02:00 PM LOCAL

Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai

Pakistan vs South Africa Betting Odds

Pakistan ODI	South Africa ODI
2.50	1.47

Probable Playing XIs

Pakistan

Mohammad Rizwan, Haris Rauf, Babar Azam (c), Shan Masood, Fakhar Zaman, Shadab Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi

South Africa

Temba Bavuma (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Dwaine Pretorius, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter of the Match

Based on recent performances, the probable best batters for the match could be:

Mohammad Rizwan feom Pakistan: He has been in good form recently, scoring 512 runs in the last 10 matches with an average of 85.33 and a strike rate of 91.75.

Aiden Markram from South Africa: He has been exceptional with the bat, scoring 638 runs in the last 10 matches with an average of 79.75 and a strike rate of 132.09.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

Based on recent performances, the probable best bowlers for the match could be:

Shaheen Shah Afridi from Pakistan: He has been in good form recently, taking 18 wickets in the last 10 matches with an economy of 5.6 and a strike rate of 27.55.

Kagiso Rabada from South Africa: He has been exceptional with the ball, taking 14 wickets in the last 7 matches with an economy of 5.8 and a strike rate of 25.14.

Teams Head to Head: Recent Matches 

Date	Match	Winner Team	Result
07-Apr-2021	3rd ODI, Centurion, April 07, 2021, Pakistan tour of South Africa	Pakistan	Pakistan won by 28 runs
04-Apr-2021	2nd ODI, Johannesburg, April 04, 2021, Pakistan tour of South Africa	South Africa	South Africa won by 17 runs
02-Apr-2021	1st ODI, Centurion, April 02, 2021, Pakistan tour of South Africa	Pakistan	Pakistan won by 3 wickets (with 0 balls remaining)
23-Jun-2019	30th match, Lord’s, June 23, 2019, ICC Cricket World Cup	Pakistan	Pakistan won by 49 runs
30-Jan-2019	5th ODI (D/N), Cape Town, January 30, 2019, Pakistan tour of South Africa	South Africa	South Africa won by 7 wickets (with 60 balls remaining)

Teams Recent Performance 

Last 5 Games of South Africa

Date	Match	Result
October 17, 2023	15th Match, South Africa vs Netherlands	Netherlands won by 38 runs
October 12, 2023	10th Match, South Africa vs Australia	South Africa won by 134 runs
October 07, 2023	4th Match, South Africa vs Sri Lanka	South Africa won by 102 runs
September 17, 2023	5th ODI, South Africa vs Australia	South Africa won by 122 runs
September 15, 2023	4th ODI, South Africa vs Australia	South Africa won by 164 runs

Last 5 Games of Pakistan

Date	Match	Result
October 14, 2023	12th Match, Pakistan vs India	India won by 7 wickets (with 117 balls remaining)
October 10, 2023	8th Match, Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	Pakistan won by 6 wickets (with 10 balls remaining)
October 06, 2023	2nd Match, Pakistan vs Netherlands	Pakistan won by 81 runs
September 14, 2023	11th Match, Super Four, Pakistan vs Sri Lanka	Sri Lanka won by 2 wickets (with 0 balls remaining) (DLS method)
September 10, 2023	9th Match, Super Four, Pakistan vs India	India won by 228 runs

Information About Injuries in Teams 

Pakistan

Pakistan’s star batsman Abdullah Shafique has reportedly fallen ill ahead of the national team’s World Cup clash against Australia on October 20.

South Africa

Anrich Nortje has a lower-back injury. The 29-year-old seamer experienced back spasms during the second ODI against Australia and underwent assessments and scans.

Sisanda Magala has a left-knee problem.

Pakistan vs South Africa: Winning Prediction

Analyzing the recent performances of both teams, it’s clear that they’re closely matched, which could result in a thrilling contest. Pakistan has been a mixed bag in their recent outings, winning 2 out of their last 5 matches. Their batting line-up has been particularly impressive with Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam consistently clocking high scores. However, their inability to counter spin could be a potential downfall. Despite this, their bowling unit, led by Shaheen Afridi, has shown solidity and could potentially cause trouble for the South African batsmen.

South Africa, on the other hand, has been in remarkable form, winning 4 of their last 5 matches. Their batsmen, notably Aiden Markram, have been in sublime form, delivering consistent performances. Their bowlers, led by Kagiso Rabada, have also been effective in restricting oppositions. However, their reliance on a few key players could be an area of concern.

It’s a close call, but considering the current form, South Africa may have a slight edge over Pakistan. Their recent performance and their players’ adaptability to different conditions make them the slight favorites. However, cricket is a game of uncertainties and Pakistan’s potent bowling unit could certainly turn the match in their favor. Therefore, while the odds tilt slightly towards South Africa, an upset from Pakistan can’t be ruled out.

Report About MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

The M. A. Chidambaram Stadium, also known as the Chepauk Stadium, is a cricket stadium located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Here’s some interesting information about it:

• Establishment: The stadium was established in 1916, making it the second oldest cricket stadium in India after Eden Gardens in Kolkata. It is the oldest cricket stadium in India that is still in continuous use.
• Naming: The stadium was formerly known as the Madras Cricket Club Ground. It was renamed after M. A. Chidambaram Chettiar, a former president of BCCI and the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association.
• Home Ground: The M. A. Chidambaram Stadium serves as the home ground for the Tamil Nadu cricket team and the Indian Premier League team Chennai Super Kings.
• Location: The stadium is located at Chepauk, a few hundred meters from Marina beach along the Bay of Bengal. It can be accessed from Wallajah Road in the north, Babu Jagjivanram Road in the west, and Pycrofts Road in the south.
• Capacity: The stadium has a capacity of 50,000.

About ICC Cricket World Cup

The ICC Cricket World Cup stands as the premier international championship for One Day International (ODI) cricket. Organized by the sport’s governing body, the International Cricket Council (ICC), the tournament takes place every four years. It is celebrated as one of the most-watched sporting events globally and is regarded by the ICC as the flagship event of the international cricket calendar.

The current format involves a qualification phase spanning the preceding three years, determining the teams that earn the right to compete in the tournament phase. In this phase, 10 teams, including the host nation, compete for the coveted title, with matches taking place at venues within the host nation over the course of about a month.

Australia boasts the most World Cup victories, having clinched the title five times. India and West Indies have each triumphed twice, while Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and England have secured the championship once each. The reigning champions are England, who claimed the title in the 2019 World Cup edition.