The 1st Test took place at Lahore from October 12 to 16, 2025. Pakistan scored 378 & 167, and South Africa scored 269 & 51-2 by Day 3. The 2nd Test is scheduled at Rawalpindi from October 20 to 24, 2025.
Pakistan is led by Shan Masood, who offers calm and tactical acumen at the top. Imam-ul-Haq opens alongside him, building a steady foundation. Babar Azam is the premier run-scorer with his classy stroke play, supported by Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, and the fighting spirit of wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan in the middle order.
Spin bowling is Pakistan’s strength with Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, and Abrar Ahmed forming a potent trio that exploits the pitch well. Shaheen Shah Afridi leads the pace attack with both swing and pace. Pakistan posted 378 & 167 in their innings showing solid batting under pressure and a menacing bowling attack based on spin and swing.
PAK vs SA Match Details
- Match: 1st Test Match
- Teams: Pakistan vs South Africa
- Date: 12 October 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM IST
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore
PAK vs SA Live streaming Info
In Pakistan, the match is broadcast live on TV channels A Sports and Ten Sports. For live streaming, viewers in Pakistan can use the Tapmad and Tamasha apps.
- In Pakistan, A Sports and Ten Sports will broadcast all Pakistan vs South Africa Test matches live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the Tapmad and Tamasha apps.
- In South Africa, SuperSport will provide live broadcast coverage of the series.
- In the United States, Willow TV will broadcast and livestream all Pakistan vs South Africa Test matches.
- In the United Kingdom, the Pakistan Cricket Board’s OTT platform, PCB Live, will stream the series live.
- In Sri Lanka, Dialog TV will broadcast the series live.
- In Bangladesh, TSports will provide live coverage of the matches.
- In the Middle East and North Africa, the series will be streamed live on Cricbuzz.
- In India, currently, there is no official broadcast or streaming package available for the Test series.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
Tamasha app is a popular streaming platform in Pakistan that offers live cricket streaming, movies, TV dramas, and news channels.
Live Streaming Info:
SA vs PAK 2025 match will be live on A Sports.
Live Score Info:
Playing 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: Aiden Markram (c), Ryan Rickelton, Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne (wk), Senuran Muthusamy, Prenelan Subrayen, Kagiso Rabada, Simon Harmer, Wiaan Mulder.
FAQs
When and where is the match taking place?
The 1st Test is being played from October 12 to 16, 2025, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Who are the captains for the teams?
Shan Masood is captaining Pakistan while Aiden Markram leads South Africa.
What is the significance of this series?
This Test series is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle and marks Pakistan’s first home series of this WTC cycle. South Africa is the reigning ICC World Test Champion from the 2023-25 cycle.
Where can I watch the series live on TV?
In Pakistan, matches are broadcast live on A Sports and Ten Sports. In other regions, channels include Willow TV (North America), SuperSport (Africa), Dialog TV (Sri Lanka), and TSports (Bangladesh).
Is there live streaming available?
Yes. Live streaming is available on Tapmad and Tamasha apps in Pakistan, FanCode app in some regions, PCB Live OTT platform in the UK, and Cricbuzz in the Middle East and North Africa.