Pakistan to take on South Africa in first T20 in Durban today

Pakistan will take on South Africa in the first T20 match today (Tuesday), following their victory in the T20 series against Zimbabwe, which concluded on 5th December.

The Pakistani team has made thorough preparations for the series, with training sessions conducted at Kingsmead Stadium. The match will begin at 9:00 PM Pakistan Standard Time.

Captain Mohammad Rizwan expressed confidence in his team’s performance, citing their strong showings in Australia and Zimbabwe. He highlighted the talent of Pakistan’s new players, acknowledging the challenges posed by overseas series.

Pakistan 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 Shah Afridi, Sufyan Moqim, Tayyab Tahir, and Usman Khan.

South Africa 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, and Rassie van der Dussen.