Champions Trophy 2025: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report & Key Stats Ahead of Australia vs South Africa Match
Here's the detailed pitch report of Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium ahead of South Africa vs Australia match.
The seventh match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will see Australia take on South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Both teams are coming off impressive wins, making this a high-stakes encounter.
Australia secured a thrilling win over England in Lahore, with Josh Inglis playing a match-winning knock. Meanwhile, South Africa crushed Afghanistan by 107 runs. With both teams in top form, the pitch conditions in Rawalpindi will play a crucial role in deciding the outcome.
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
- Balanced Surface: Unlike other flat tracks in Pakistan, the pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has something for both batters and bowlers.
- Pace & Swing Early On: Fast bowlers can extract movement if they hit the right line and length, especially in the first few overs.
- Spinners Can Play a Role: New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell picked up a four-wicket haul in the tournament opener here, proving that spinners can be effective.
- Fair Contest Between Bat & Ball: The wicket has enough assistance for bowlers while also offering value for well-timed shots, ensuring a balanced contest.
Highest ODI Totals at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
| Team | Score | Overs | RR | Inns | Against | Ground | Result | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 337/3 | 48.2 | 6.97 | 2 | New Zealand | Rawalpindi | Won | 29-Apr-2023 |
| New Zealand | 336/5 | 50.0 | 6.72 | 1 | Pakistan | Rawalpindi | Lost | 29-Apr-2023 |
| Pakistan | 329/6 | 50.0 | 6.58 | 1 | India | Rawalpindi | Won | 16-Mar-2004 |
| South Africa | 328/3 | 50.0 | 6.56 | 1 | Netherlands | Rawalpindi | Won | 5-Mar-1996 |
| South Africa | 321/2 | 50.0 | 6.42 | 1 | UAE | Rawalpindi | Won | 16-Feb-1996 |
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium ODI Stats
- Total Matches: 27
- Matches Won Batting First: 11
- Matches Won Bowling First: 15
- Average 1st Innings Score: 242
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 214
- Highest Total Recorded: 337/3 (PAK vs NZ, 2023)
- Lowest Total Recorded: 104/10 (ZIM vs SL, 2004)
- Highest Successful Chase: 337/3 (PAK vs NZ, 2023)
- Lowest Total Defended: 206/9 (ENG vs PAK, 2005)
A Competitive Pitch Offering Help for Bowlers and Batters
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium pitch is expected to provide an even contest between bat and ball. While batters can score big if they apply themselves, fast bowlers can get some early movement, and spinners may come into play later in the innings. Captains might prefer to chase, given the recent success of teams bowling first.
