The 11th ODI of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 sees South Africa (SA) locking horns with England (ENG) at the National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi. England is already out of the tournament after back-to-back disappointing performances, while South Africa is eyeing a semifinal spot.
With both teams struggling in recent matches, this game is all about pride for England and survival for South Africa.
SA vs ENG 11th ODI – Match Details
- Match: South Africa vs England, 11th ODI, ICC Champions Trophy 2025
- Date: Saturday, 1st March 2025
- Time: 2:30 PM IST
- Venue: National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi
- Broadcast: Sports18, Star Sports Network, JioCinema
SA vs ENG Pitch Report – National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi
The pitch at Karachi has historically favored batting but has become tricky for chasing.
- Average First-Innings Score: 246
- Average Second-Innings Score: 204
- Highest Total: 355/4 (PAK vs SA)
- Lowest Total: 161/10 (SL vs PAK)
- Highest Successful Chase: 355/4 (PAK vs SA)
- Lowest Defended Score: 290/8 (SL vs PAK)
Pitch Analysis
- Pacers will dominate early, with extra bounce and swing.
- Spinners can come into play in the middle overs due to slow conditions.
- Teams batting first have had better success, so expect the toss-winning captain to opt for batting first.
Best Players for This Pitch
- Batters: Ben Duckett, Philip Salt, Temba Bavuma, Joe Root
- All-rounders: Wiaan Mulder, Liam Livingstone
- Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
SA vs ENG Team Preview & Key Players
South Africa (SA) Team Analysis
South Africa has won only 1 of their last 5 matches, but their overall performance has been better than England. They have a strong bowling attack, and their top order is in decent form.
Key Players for South Africa
- Temba Bavuma – Reliable captain, solid in the middle order.
- Heinrich Klaasen – Explosive wicketkeeper-batter, crucial in middle overs.
- Kagiso Rabada – Took 3 wickets in his last match, a key strike bowler.
- Ryan Rickelton – Scored 103 runs in his only innings this tournament.
Probable XI:
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
England (ENG) Team Analysis
England is in horrible form, losing all of their last 5 matches. They have struggled in crunch situations and need a big performance to end their tournament on a high note.
Key Players for England
- Ben Duckett – Top scorer of the tournament with 203 runs in 2 innings.
- Joe Root – Scored 188 runs in 2 innings, England's most dependable batter.
- Jofra Archer – Took 4 wickets in 2 innings, England’s best pacer so far.
- Adil Rashid – Can trouble South African batters with his spin.
Probable XI:
Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone/Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer/Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood, Mark Wood (if fit)
SA vs ENG Fantasy Cricket Tips
Fantasy Top Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Ryan Rickelton, Philip Salt
- Batters: Ben Duckett, Temba Bavuma, Joe Root, Harry Brook
- All-rounders: Wiaan Mulder (C), Liam Livingstone (VC), Marco Jansen
- Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
Risky Picks
- Phil Salt – Struggling with form, low scores in last few games.
- Marco Jansen – Unreliable with the bat, inconsistent with the ball.
SA vs ENG Dream11 Prediction – Fantasy Team
Small League Team
Wicketkeepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Philip Salt
Batters: Ben Duckett, Temba Bavuma, Joe Root
All-rounders: Wiaan Mulder (C), Marco Jansen, Liam Livingstone (VC)
Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
Grand League Team
Wicketkeepers: Ryan Rickelton, Jos Buttler
Batters: Harry Brook, Rassie van der Dussen, Tom Banton
All-rounders: Joe Root (C), Rehan Ahmed (VC)
Bowlers: Lungi Ngidi, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Saqib Mahmood
SA vs ENG Betting Tips & Match Prediction
Betting Tips
- Top Batter (SA): Heinrich Klaasen – Explosive finisher, in good form.
- Top Batter (ENG): Ben Duckett – Scored 203 runs in 2 innings, most consistent.
- Top Bowler (SA): Kagiso Rabada – Took 3 wickets in the last game, lethal with the new ball.
- Top Bowler (ENG): Jofra Archer – Can make early breakthroughs.
- Highest Opening Partnership: South Africa – England’s openers have struggled.
- Player of the Match Bet: Wiaan Mulder – Contributes with both bat and ball.
Match Prediction
- South Africa has won 6 of their last 10 meetings against England.
- England has lost all of their last 5 matches, making them vulnerable.
- If South Africa bats first, they have a better chance of setting a match-winning total.
- England is already eliminated, so motivation could be low.
Prediction: South Africa to win comfortably.
Conclusion
The South Africa vs England (SA vs ENG) Champions Trophy 2025 match is crucial for South Africa as they aim for a semifinal spot. England, already eliminated, will look to restore some pride.
For fantasy cricket players, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Wiaan Mulder, and Jofra Archer are must-have picks. Temba Bavuma and Heinrich Klaasen are also solid captaincy options. Stay tuned for what promises to be a high-intensity encounter!
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