Karachi: Two green shirts, one the Shaheens other the Proteas are all boost up to meet one on one in the all crucial group match that is believed to be the Group of Death. Pakistan surely needs a big win here that would make their passage much easier for the heading games against arch rivals India and much competitive and talented the Aussies.
The match will be played at the pitch which is predicted to be much healthy for the spinners, sparking positive signs for Pakistan spin attack. The big match is scheduled to begin at 3 pm PST (Pakistan Standard Time) and will be broadcasted live on PTV and TEN Sports. You can also watch the live streaming of Pakistan and South Africa match here.
Pakistan is going with one key change, replacing Sohail Tanvir with spinner Raza Hasa, a good move. In the earlier T20 World Cup meetings, Pakistan has nailed the Proteas in both the occasions, beating them in WC 2009 and the tournament played in Caribbean.
While talking to media, both the captains showed positive signs ahead of the match,
Hafeez
“We’re not lacking in any department as we have a sound batting line-up that has shown its ability. Our bowlers have played a crucial role in helping us win.”
De Villiers
“It is a tough group. Any of the sides can beat each other on any given day, so it is going to be a great challenge. But if we play good cricket, we will be difficult to stop.”