How to watch Pakistan v South Africa online for free | Pakistan v South Africa 1st test match

Pakistan and South Africa are set to take on each other in the first match of the Bank Alfalah two-match Test series at Lahore's iconic Gaddafi Cricket Stadium on Sunday 12th of October. This series is crucial for both teams to strengthen their claim in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle. The match will start at 10:30 AM IST (Indian Standard Time). There will be no live telecast of this match on TV in India. However, live streaming will be available on the FanCode application & website.

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South Africa will look to continue their form (PAK vs SA 1st Test)

South Africa are the defending WTC champions and will enter this series as strong contenders. However, they will miss regular captain Temba Bavuma, who will be led by Aiden Markram. Left-arm orthodox spinner Keshav Maharaj will also miss the first Test. Nevertheless, South Africa has been unbeaten in Tests this year and boasts match-winning players like Kagiso Rabada.

Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi will be in focus

Pakistan will look to take advantage of their home conditions. Captain Shan Masood will rely on Babar Azam and experienced fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi. Spin-bowling duo of Noman Ali and Sajid Khan could play a crucial role, as the Lahore pitch is known to be spin-friendly. The Gaddafi Stadium pitch has traditionally been batsman-friendly, producing high scores and often resulting in draws.

Where can I watch the first test-match of the Bank Alfalah two-match Test series between Pakistan & South Africa for free?

You can simply watch the opening test match of the Bank Alfalah two-match Test series between South Africa and Pakistan for free. The Fancode app is available if you want to view it on your phone. Not much planning is required. Even with a valid SIM plan, you may view the whole test series provided your Jio, Vodafone Idea, or Airtel SIM is activated with a plan that includes a FanCode app subscription. To watch the matches online, you may also download the FanCode app to your Android TV.

Where can I watch the the first test-match of the Bank Alfalah two-match Test series between Pakistan & South Africa on television?

Unfortunately, fans in India cannot watch the Bank Alfalah two-match test series between South Afria and Pakistan on televsion as Sony and Star Sports are not going to telecast the series live on their channels. The only option to catch the live action is through FanCode.

South Africa has the upper hand

Teams batting second have a better record on the Gaddafi Stadium pitch. However, spinners and fast bowlers with reverse swing could make an impact in the later stages of the match. It is expected to be a balanced contest, but the pitch will provide ample opportunity for batsmen to play long innings. South Africa has the upper hand in Test cricket. Of the 30 Tests played between the two teams, South Africa has won 17, while Pakistan has won only six.

Massive records on the verge of being broken

Aiden Markram needs just 7 runs to reach 3,000 Test runs. Former skipper Babar Azam is just 5 runs away from reaching 500 fours in Test cricket. Left-arm seamer Shaheen Afridi is 4 wickets away from reaching 120 scalps in the longest format of the game.

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