South Africa will be locking horns against England in the final game of Group B in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The game is scheduled to be played on Saturday (March 1) at the National Stadium in Karachi.
England are already dumped out of the competition after losing their first two group games. On the other hand, South Africa look destined to make it to the top four. They can be assured of a place in the semifinals even before their game against England if the result of the game between Australia and Afghanistan goes their way.
In case the result does not go their way, South Africa will still have their fate in their own hands. Irrespective of what happens between Afghanistan and Australia, South Africa will progress to the semifinals if they beat England.
So, as South Africa and England gear up for the forthcoming game, we are taking a look at all the major predictions for the game.
SA vs ENG Match Prediction: Who Will Win Match 11? ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Match Details
Match: SA vs ENG, match 11
Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 02:30 PM IST
Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
Live streaming: JioStar
Live broadcast: Star Sports, Sports18
SA vs ENG Match Prediction—Head-to-Head Record
The SA vs ENG rivalry has been very intense over the years with no team managing to dominate. However, South Africa’s record is slightly better than England’s.
Out of the 70 ODIs between the two teams so far, South Africa have won 34 while England have emerged victorious in 30.
Total ODI Matches Played: 70
South Africa Won: 34
England Won: 30
Last 5 Matches: South Africa – 3 wins | England – 1 win
Pitch Report & Conditions
Balanced pitch: The pitch at the National Stadium in Karachi is expected to favour both batsmen and bowlers. While batsmen are likely to get more assistance, the bowlers will also get the opportunity to make an impact in the match.
Earlier this month, Pakistan chased down a mammoth total of 352 runs against South Africa at the same venue. However, at the same venue, South Africa bowled out Afghanistan for just 208 runs while defending 315 runs earlier in the tournament.
Even in the first game of the Champions Trophy, Pakistan could only score 260 runs while chasing 321 against New Zealand. So, bowlers are likely to make an impact in the upcoming contest.
Average 1st Innings Score: 248 – The average first innings total at the venue is 248 runs.
Chasing Record:
The pitch at the National Stadium is a balanced one and it is not surprising that teams batting first and second have enjoyed equal success. Out of the 58 games played at the venue so far, teams batting first and second have won 28 games each.
Weather Report
The weather report for the upcoming game between England and South Africa is a promising one. There is no prediction of rain in Karachi on the game day. The temperature will be in the 20s throughout the day.
SA vs ENG Match Prediction – South Africa and England Probable XIs
South Africa Playing 11:
Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Wiaan Mulder, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi
England Playing 11:
Phil Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood
Form and Fitness
Neither South Africa nor England have any major injury concerns ahead of the upcoming game.
Score Prediction
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings |
| SA | 320-330 | 300-310 |
| ENG | 280-290 | 270-280 |
SA vs ENG Players to perform prediction
SA – Ryan Rickelton, Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen, Heinrich Klaasen and Kagiso Rabada will be the key players for South Africa.
ENG – Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jos Buttler, Jamie Overton and Jofra Archer will be the key players for England.
SA vs ENG Best Batsman Prediction
Who will score the most runs for SA in the match: Ryan Rickelton or Heinrich Klaasen
Who will score the most runs for ENG in the match: Ben Duckett or Joe Root
SA vs ENG Best Bowler Prediction
Who will pick the most wickets for SA in the match: Kagiso Rabada or Wiaan Mulder
Who will pick the most wickets for ENG in the match: Jofra Archer or Adil Rashid
Conclusion: Who will win the match?
Considering the way both the teams have performed in the Champions Trophy so far, South Africa will start the game as slight favourites and are expected to beat England.