New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- South Africa are all set to take on Pakistan for the 1st T20I clash at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The match is part of the three match series and would act as an important starting step for both teams' preparations for the 2026 T20I World Cup.

Pakistan are coming off good form, having reached the final of Asia Cup 2025 last month where they lost to India in the final. The home side is also boosted by the prescence of star batter Babar Azam who be itching to show his talents in the shortest format of the game after the Asia Cup snub.

The good thing for Pakistan is that Salman Ali Agha is leading a full strength squad which is in stark contrast to the visitor. The Proteas will led by Donovan Ferreira and are mis...