The South Africa vs England (Champions Trophy) match is set to be an intense clash on March 1, 2025, at the National Stadium in Karachi, Pakistan. This will be Match No. 11 of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and a crucial encounter for South Africa as they aim to secure a semi-final spot. Meanwhile, England, already eliminated, will be playing for pride and looking to end their campaign on a high note.
Let’s dive into the complete match breakdown, including Dream11 tips, pitch report, match time, and live streaming details.
Match Overview
- Match: South Africa vs England (Champions Trophy)
- Date: March 1, 2025
- Venue: National Stadium, Karachi, Pakistan
- Match Number: 11th Match, Group B
Current Context
- South Africa are in strong form with one win and one rain-abandoned match, placing them at No. 2 in Group B with 3 points. A win here will secure their semi-final berth.
- England, on the other hand, have had a disastrous campaign, losing both their matches and getting eliminated. However, they can still influence the tournament outcome by winning big.
- Afghanistan’s qualification hopes also depend on this game. If England defeat South Africa by 200+ runs, Afghanistan will qualify for the semi-finals alongside Australia due to a better net run rate.
Pitch Report – National Stadium, Karachi
Pitch Characteristics
- The Karachi pitch is batting-friendly, offering good bounce and pace early on, favoring both fast bowlers and stroke-making batters.
- As the match progresses, the pitch slows down, bringing spinners into play during the middle overs.
- The team batting first has had an advantage in recent ODIs, so winning the toss and opting to bat might be the preferred choice.
Stats at National Stadium, Karachi (Recent ODIs)
- Average first innings score: 240-280 runs
- Teams batting first have won 4 out of the last 6 ODIs
- Chasing has been challenging due to pitch slowdown in the second innings
Weather Forecast
- Temperature: 25-28°C
- Conditions: Scattered clouds, but no significant chance of rain
- Impact: Ideal weather for a full 50-over contest
Squads for South Africa vs England
South Africa Squad
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, Heinrich Klaasen, Tristan Stubbs, Tabraiz Shamsi, Corbin Bosch
England Squad
Philip Salt, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith (wk), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Saqib Mahmood, Tom Banton, Gus Atkinson, Rehan Ahmed
Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips
Top Picks for Dream11 Team
🔥 Wicketkeeper
✔ Ryan Rickelton (SA) – Captain Choice
- Scored 103 off 106 balls against Afghanistan
- Took 2 catches in the last game
- Strong form and a key top-order batsman
🔥 Batsmen
✔ Joe Root (ENG) – Vice-Captain Choice
- Scored 120 off 111 balls against Afghanistan
- Excellent against fast bowlers and spinners alike
- Reliable pick for the middle-order
✔ Ben Duckett (ENG)
- Scored 165 runs in his first match
- In great form on batting-friendly pitches
✔ Rassie van der Dussen (SA)
- Averages 45+ in ODIs since 2023
- Can stabilize the innings and accelerate when needed
🔥 All-rounders
✔ Aiden Markram (SA)
- Scored 52 off 33 balls in his last match
- Handy off-spinner who can get breakthroughs
✔ Marco Jansen (SA)
- Bowls at 140+ kph and can contribute with the bat
🔥 Bowlers
✔ Kagiso Rabada (SA)
- Took 3 wickets for 36 runs against Afghanistan
- His pace and accuracy make him a must-pick
✔ Jofra Archer (ENG)
- England’s best pace option despite team struggles
- Can generate early movement with the new ball
✔ Adil Rashid (ENG)
- Expert leg-spinner who can trouble South Africa’s middle-order
✔ Keshav Maharaj (SA)
- Left-arm spinner, effective in the middle overs
✔ Lungi Ngidi (SA)
- Took important wickets in recent ODIs
Suggested Dream11 Team
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Ryan Rickelton (C) |
| Batters | Joe Root (VC), Ben Duckett, Rassie van der Dussen |
| All-rounders | Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen |
| Bowlers | Kagiso Rabada, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi |
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain: Ryan Rickelton (Consistent form & wicketkeeping points)
- Vice-Captain: Joe Root (Dependable batsman & key player for England)
Dream11 Strategy
- Pick top-order batsmen for the batting-friendly pitch
- Select all-rounders like Markram & Jansen for added value
- Bowlers should focus on early breakthroughs & middle-over containment
Match Time & Live Streaming Details
Match Time
- Toss: 2:00 PM IST
- Match Start: 2:30 PM IST
- Time Zones:
- GMT: 9:00 AM
- Local (Karachi): 2:00 PM
- Expected End Time: Around 10:00 PM IST
Live Streaming & TV Broadcast
India
- TV Broadcast: Star Sports 2 HD/SD (English), Sports 18 1 HD/SD (Hindi)
- Online Streaming: JioHotstar
Other Countries
- UK: Sky Sports
- Australia: Fox Sports
- USA: Willow TV
- Pakistan: PTV Sports & Ten Sports
(Check local listings for region-specific channels.)
Head-to-Head & Match Prediction
- ODI Record: South Africa leads with 34 wins, England has 30 wins (70 matches played).
- Champions Trophy Record: 2-2 tie in 4 encounters.
Match Prediction
- South Africa are favourites due to their strong form.
- England can pull off an upset if their key players deliver.