Pakistan Squad for South Africa T20I & ODI Series 2025

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is close to announcing the national T20I squad for the upcoming home series against South Africa.
Sources within the board confirmed that the official squad will be revealed in the next few days.

The white-ball training camp is in full swing at the LCCA Ground in Lahore, where head coach Mike Hesson is personally supervising the players and reviewing their performances before the final selection.

Intense Training Sessions Underway

The training camp began on October 13 and features a balanced mix of young talents and experienced players who are eager to represent Pakistan in the upcoming series.

Batsmen Saim Ayub and Hussain Talat have impressed the coaching staff with their form during match-scenario drills. Meanwhile, Usman Khan and Mohammad Shehzad continue to perform well with both the bat and gloves.

In the bowling department, Haris Rauf leads Pakistan’s pace attack with energy and precision. He is joined by Faheem Ashraf and Sahibzada Farhan, who have both shown excellent all-round form.

The camp includes scenario-based practice sessions that focus on death-over execution, powerplay strategies, and fielding coordination — all essential areas as Pakistan prepares for the South Africa T20I series.

Several domestic players have joined the camp after completing the second round of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025–26, adding depth, competition, and valuable first-class experience.

Pakistan Builds Momentum in Test Series

Pakistan’s red-ball team has already built momentum with a 93-run victory against South Africa in the first Test at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
The team successfully defended a 277-run target, bowling out the visitors for 183.

The second and final Test will begin on October 20 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where Pakistan will aim to secure a clean sweep before the white-ball series begins.

Pakistan vs South Africa 2025 – Full Schedule

T20I Series

October 28: 1st T20I – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
October 31: 2nd T20I – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
November 1: 3rd T20I – Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore

ODI Series

November 4: 1st ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
November 6: 2nd ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad
November 8: 3rd ODI – Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad

Squad Announcement Expected Soon

According to PCB insiders, the official T20I squad will be announced within three to four days after the final evaluations are complete.

The home series against South Africa provides Pakistan with a valuable chance to test new team combinations and refine white-ball strategies before the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.

With a promising blend of young stars and senior professionals, the Green Shirts are confident of putting on a strong performance for their fans at home.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When will PCB announce Pakistan’s T20I squad for South Africa?

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the T20I squad within the next three to four days, after evaluating performances from the training camp in Lahore.

2. Who is coaching Pakistan for the T20I series against South Africa?

Mike Hesson is the head coach of Pakistan’s white-ball team. He is currently leading the training sessions and reviewing player readiness for the series.

3. Where is Pakistan’s training camp taking place?

The training camp is taking place at the LCCA Ground, Lahore, with both young and experienced players participating in practice matches and skill drills.

4. What is the schedule for the Pakistan vs South Africa T20I series?

The three-match T20I series will be played between October 28 and November 1, with games in Rawalpindi and Lahore.

5. Will this series help Pakistan prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup?

Yes. This series will help the team test new combinations, improve middle-order stability, and strengthen bowling depth ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.

6. How did Pakistan perform in the current Test series?

Pakistan leads the Test series 1–0 after a 93-run win in the first Test at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The second Test starts on October 20 in Rawalpindi.