RAWALPINDI (Kashmir English): Following a frenetic opening encounter in Lahore, the Test tour caravan now arrives in Rawalpindi for the second and concluding match of Pakistan vs South Africa.
The Pindi Cricket Stadium will be the venue for this decisive match, with both sides looking to win a game that will have the potential to influence their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 drives.
For Pakistan, this Test is not about just defending home supremacy; it’s about gaining momentum. Having clinched the first game in Lahore, Shan Masood’s side has the opportunity to make a statement with a series sweep.
South Africa, on the other hand, comes with renewed confidence as Keshav Maharaj joins the side to strengthen their spin options. With another turning pitch in Rawalpindi, all cards are on the table.
Historically, the Proteas are ahead. Of the 31 Tests played between the two nations, South Africa won 17, with Pakistan only winning 7.
The other 7 were drawn. But history will count for nothing when the two teams take the field under the Rawalpindi sun with all to play for.
Pakistan vs South Africa Second Test: How to Watch
PTV Sports and Ten Sports will telecast the game live on cable and satellite. You could also watch each ball online using the following networks:
| Platform | iOS | Play Store | Desktop/Web |
| Tamasha | LINK | LINK | LINK |
| Tapmad | LINK | LINK | LINK |
This Test is more than a decider; it’s a tone-setter for both teams in the early part of the new WTC cycle. With valuable WTC points at stake and star players keen to stamp their authority, look for a fierce fight on a pitch that historically provides something for everyone.
Will Pakistan seal the series? Or can South Africa turn the tables to level it? The answers start unfolding today in Pindi at 10:00 am (PST).
