South Africa (SA) will lock horns withPakistan (PAK) in the second game of the ODI series at Newlands on December 19, 2024.

While the Proteas won the toss and opted to bat first, three of the top four batters couldn't quite capitalize on the 30s they registered.

It was courtesy Heinrich Klaasen's 86 that South Africa managed to post a sub-competitive total on the board. Salman Agha was impressive with the ball and recorded his best bowling figures in ODIs.

Saim Ayub came out all guns blazing despite the others around him not cashing in. Pakistan were in a spot of bother after they lost their fourth wicket when at a score of 60 in the 20th over. It was only then when Agha came and achieved his highest score, ending up unbeaten at 82*. Ayub played extremely well for his ton too, as the duo made the bowling lineup look listless while at the crease.

Match Details

Pitch Report

Pacers are expected to enjoy early movement due to the surface's lively nature. On the other hand, batters find it easier when the ball softens.

Head-To-Head Record

Predicted Playing 11s for SA vs PAK

South Africa:

Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram (c), Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Marco Jansen, Andile Phehlukwayo, Kagiso Rabada, Ottneil Baartman, Tabraiz Shamsi

Pakistan:

Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (c, wk), Kamran Ghulam, Salman Agha, Irfan Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

Probable Top Performers from SA vs PAK

Probable Best Batter: Tony de Zorzi

The southpaw looked in fine nick during his time in the middle, caressing some beautiful boundaries. Sadly, he could not carry on further and could be anticipated to deliver the goods for his team this time around.

Probable Best Bowler: Ottneil Baartman

Although Baartman was slightly on the more expensive side as compared to most of the other bowlers in the first game, the zip generated was impressive. He could be forecasted to make the most out of the conditions at Newlands.

Today's Match Prediction: South Africa to win the match

Scenario 1

South Africa win the toss and opt to bat first.

Powerplay: 50-60

SA: 320-340

South Africa win the match.

Scenario 2

Pakistan win the toss and opt to bat first.

Powerplay: 40-50

PAK: 275-295

South Africa win the match.