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The third T20I of the series between South Africa and Pakistan will be played at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Pakistan equalized the series 1-1 after securing a nine-wicket victory in the second match. Batting first, South Africa were bowled out for 110 runs. Faheem Ashraf was the pick of the bowlers, taking four wickets, while Salman Mirza claimed three.

In reply, Pakistan reached the target in just 13.1 overs. Saim Ayub played a brilliant knock, smashing 71 runs off just 38 balls at a strike rate of 186, guiding his team to a comfortable victory.

PAK vs SA: pitch report

The pitch of the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium provided a different challenge in the second T20, and the conditions may remain similar in the third T20I. There should be good seam movement for the fast bowlers, Spinners will enjoy bowling over here, meaning batting early on could prove difficult.The typical score is projected to be around 160.

PAK vs SA: Weather Report

There is no chance of rain. Temperatures will be around 29°C, and the humidity will remain at 47%.

PAK vs SA: Predicted playing XI

South Africa: Dealoon, Matthew Breetzke, The Bordeaux, the Bosch, Corbin Bosch, the Burger, Nandre, Burger.

Pakistan: Salman Agha (c), Usman Khan (w), Hasan Nawaz, Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Babar Azam, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, Salman Mirza

Suggested player picks for fantasy11

Saim Ayub, Pakistan (Suggested Captain choice): As a dynamic all-rounder, Saim Ayub plays a pivotal role in Pakistan’s campaign. With 108 runs and two vital wickets in this series, Ayub continues to demonstrate his all-around skills.

Mohammad Nawaz (Suggested Captain choice): Nawaz’s all-round abilities have been crucial for Pakistan in this series. He has added 36 runs to the scoreboard and picked up three wickets, making him a strong option for Dream11 team in the PAK vs SA matchup.

Dewald Brevis: He is known for his ability to light up the scoreboard with aggressive batting. With 25 runs off just a few balls at a strike rate of 156 in his last appearance, Brevis showed his capability to dominate any bowler.

Sahibzada Farhan: He has been a steady performer at the top of the order, contributing consistently for Pakistan. In the second T20I, he made a valuable 28 runs off 23 balls, providing a solid foundation for the innings.

Faheem Ashraf: Ashraf continues to be a valuable all-rounder for Pakistan. His four-wicket haul in the second T20I, combined with a controlled economy rate of 6.9, adds significant value to your Fantasy team.

Salman Mirza: The left-arm pacer, Salman Mirza, has the knack for breaking partnerships. With his impressive pace and swing, he bagged three wickets in the series and could add more to his tally in the upcoming match.

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Suggested Fantasy XI PAK vs SA – (option No. 1):

Batter: Brevis (VC), Holder, Storms Tony

Wicket keeper: Sahibzada Farhan

All-rounders:Faheem Ashraf, Saim Ayub, Corbin Bosch, Mohammad Nawaz, George Linde (C)

Bowlers:Naseem Shah, Nandre Burger

Suggested Fantasy XI PAK vs SA – (option No. 2)

Batter: Kinton of Kock, Dewald Brevis, Tony of Zorzi

Wicket keeper: Sahibzada Farhan

All Rounder: Corbin Bosch, Faheem Ashraf, Saim Ayub (C), Mohammad Nawaz (VC), George Linde

Bowler: Naseem Shah, Salman Mirza