The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has reached a crucial stage, and Match 11 will witness England (ENG) facing South Africa (SA) at the National Stadium in Karachi on March 1, 2025, at 2:30 PM IST . While South Africa aims for a semifinal spot, England is already out of contention after consecutive defeats. However, England can spoil South Africa’s qualification hopes with a win in this game.
South Africa started their campaign strong with a dominant 107-run win over Afghanistan , but their second match against Australia was washed out due to rain. They now need a win to ensure their place in the knockouts.
Meanwhile, England has struggled throughout the tournament, suffering defeats against Australia and Afghanistan. Despite Joe Root’s impressive 120-run knock , England lost by 8 runs to Afghanistan , confirming their exit from the tournament.
ENG vs SA Match Details
ENG vs SA Head-to-Head Record
Teams Matches Won South Africa 34 England 30
ENG vs SA Pitch & Weather Report
Pitch Report:
The National Stadium in Karachi has been a batting-friendly venue.
The average 1st innings score is 303 , making it a high-scoring ground.
The pitch has favored spinners in the second innings.
Chasing teams have a winning percentage of 60% at this venue.
Weather Report:
Temperature: 27°C
Weather: Breezy and partly cloudy
Rain Probability: 0%
Humidity: 50%
ENG vs SA Probable Playing XIs
England (ENG) Predicted XI:
Phil Salt
Ben Duckett
Jamie Smith (wk)
Joe Root
Harry Brook
Jos Buttler (c)
Liam Livingstone
Jamie Overton
Jofra Archer
Adil Rashid
Mark Wood
South Africa (SA) Predicted XI:
Ryan Rickelton (wk)
Tony de Zorzi
Temba Bavuma (c)
Rassie van der Dussen
Aiden Markram
David Miller
Wiaan Mulder
Marco Jansen
Keshav Maharaj
Kagiso Rabada
Lungi Ngidi
ENG vs SA Dream11 Fantasy Team Suggestions
ENG vs SA Dream11 Prediction: Small League Team
Wicketkeeper Jos Buttler, Ryan Rickelton (vc) Batters Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Ben Duckett All-rounders Joe Root (c), Aiden Markram, Liam Livingstone Bowlers Kagiso Rabada, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
ENG vs SA Dream11 Prediction: Grand League Team
Wicketkeeper Ryan Rickelton Batters Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen (vc), Ben Duckett (c) All-rounders Joe Root, Aiden Markram, Liam Livingstone Bowlers Kagiso Rabada, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Keshav Maharaj
ENG vs SA Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
Contests Captain Vice-captain Small Leagues Joe Root Ben Duckett Head-to-Head Harry Brook Heinrich Klaasen Grand Leagues Phil Salt Temba Bavuma
ENG vs SA Key Players to Watch Out For
England:
Ben Duckett: 203 runs in 2 matches, in great form.
Joe Root: Scored a brilliant 120-run knock against Afghanistan.
Jofra Archer: 4 wickets in 2 matches, looking in good rhythm.
South Africa:
Ryan Rickelton: 103 runs in 1 match, scored a century.
Temba Bavuma: 58 runs in 1 match, leading from the front.
Kagiso Rabada: Took 3 wickets in his last match, key pacer for SA.
ENG vs SA Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
South Africa has been the better team in the tournament so far and is expected to win this crucial encounter .
England’s bowling attack has struggled, while South Africa’s balanced unit gives them an edge.
The team batting first has won both matches in Karachi, making the toss a crucial factor .
Predicted Winner: South Africa 🔥
ENG vs SA Injury Updates
Team Injury Update South Africa No Injury Update England No Injury Update
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