SA vs PAK 2nd T20I Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s 2nd T20I Match Between SA And PAK?

SA vs PAK, T20I Series: Winner Prediction For 2nd Match [Source; @ProteasMenCSA/x.com]

South Africa (SA) and Pakistan (PAK) are all set to take on each other in the second T20I of the three match series. This match will be played at the SuperSport Park in Centurion on December 13 at 9:30 PM IST.

In the first match of the series, the teams were engaged in a fierce contest. Batting first South Africa were in early trouble and were looking down the barrel at 28/3 inside the fourth over. However, David Miller saved the day for his team as he scored a sparkling 82 off 40 deliveries. He was accompanied by George Linde, who scored 48 runs off 24 deliveries. It was the effort of these two players that got South Africa to a fighting total of 183/9 at the end of their 20 overs.

In the chase, Mohammad Rizwan tried to fight a lone battle for his team. The Pakistan skipper played a steady hand of 74 runs from 62 deliveries. However, barring Rizwan only Ayub showed a little of resistance and Pakistan fell short of the target set for them. At the end of their 20 overs, the visitors managed only 172 and lost the game by 11 runs.

While South Africa will be looking to win the match and seal off the series. On the other, Pakistan will be keen on putting up a better show, bounce back and level the series to take it to the last game of the series.

SA vs PAK Head-to-Head Records in ODIs

How Will The SuperSport Park Pitch Behave?

The pitch at the SuperSport park has been good for batting. In the last few matches that has been played here, we have seen the batters enjoying the conditions. Even though,  there might be a bit of a movement with the new ball, once the initial few overs go by the batters will feast on these conditions. Also, the spinners who can put their top spin to effect might get a bit of help here.

Players To Watch Out For In SA vs PAK 1st T20I

South Africa

Heinrich Klaasen

The skipper of the South African team failed to fire in the first game of the series. However, Heinrich Klaasen is a clutch player and likes to perform when the team is under pressure. He will be keen on performing in this game and could be crcuial player for the home team.

David Miller

The southpaw has found great touch and form in the first match of the series. David Miller will look ride the momentum he has and deliver one more impactful performance in this game. With the kind of form he is in, Miller could be a very important player in this game.

George Linde

In the very first match of the series, George Linde displayed his all-round skills. He not only scored valuable runs under pressure but also finished the game as the best bowler of his team. Given the overall form that he is in, Linde will be a key player in this match.

Pakistan

Mohammad Rizwan

The Pakistan skipper was the only batter who showed resilience in the last match. Rizwan has got the form going for him and hence could be the player to watch out for from the visitors.

Saim Ayub

Even though, Rizwan was their top scorer, Saim Ayub looked like the most impactful run-scorer. If he gets going on this track. Saim Ayub could be a game changing player in this match.

Abrar Ahmed

The Pakistani spinner looked in good form in the last match. The South African batters have struggled to handle the spinners in the recent past and hence Abrar Ahmed could be the match-winner for his team in this game.

Today's Match Prediction: SA vs BAN 2nd T20I

Predicted Top Performers

South Africa – Henirch Klaasen, David Miller, George Linde
Bangladesh – Mohammad Rizwan, Saim Ayub, Abrar Ahmed

SA vs PAK 2nd T20I: Predicted Score

Predicted first innings score: 200-210
Predicted second innings score: 195-205

Predicted Result: The team batting first will likely have an edge in this match.

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