ENG vs SA 2025: Predicting South Africa XI for 2nd ODI

South Africa will take on England in the second ODI of the three-match series on Thursday, September 4, at Lord’s in London. South Africa chased down 132 runs in the first game in 20.5 overs with seven wickets in hand. Keshav Maharaj was the most successful bowler with four wickets for 22 runs in 5.3 overs while Wiaan Mulder took three wickets for 33 runs in seven overs. Aiden Markram made 86 runs off 55 deliveries, while Ryan Rickelton scored 31 runs off 59 deliveries.

Let’s look at the probable playing XI of South Africa for the 2nd ODI against England-

Top Order:  

Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, and Temba Bavuma will likely be a part of the top order in the playing 11. Markram was the highest scorer for the Proteas in the first game with 86 runs off 55 deliveries, his highest score in ODIs in England. Rickelton remained unbeaten on 31 runs off 59 deliveries.

Middle Order:  

Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, and Dewald Brevis could be there in the middle order. Stubbs and Brevis faced just one and two deliveries, respectively, in the first game while de Zorzi didn’t get a chance to bat.

Bowlers: 

Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, and Lungi Ngidi will likely be the three bowlers for the team. Maharaj won his second Player of the Match award in the previous game as he took four wickets for 22 runs in 5.3 overs. Burger and Ngidi took two wickets each.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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