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In the first One Day International (ODI) of the three-match series, England are locking horns with South Africa at the Headingley in Leeds today. The coin flip of the match was won by South Africa who invited England to bat first. A new-look England side will take the field at Headingley with a blend of experience and youthful promise, as 22-year-old quick Sonny Baker receives his first ODI cap. The Somerset pacer, who has just 11 List A games to his name, will form a new-ball pairing with Jofra Archer.
South Africa, meanwhile, enter the series opener with injury concerns of their own, with spearhead Kagiso Rabada missing out, leaving Lungi Ngidi to lead a pace-heavy attack.
England vs South Africa Playing 11
England’s playing 11: Jamie Smith, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook(c), Jos Buttler(w), Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Sonny Baker
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South Africa’s playing 11: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton(w), Temba Bavuma(c), Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi
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Pitch report: Leeds promises runs
Headingley has long been considered a batter’s paradise in white-ball cricket. Since 2005, the average first-innings score has been 274, with only one total dipping below 200, and that in rain-curtailed conditions. Expect stroke-makers like Root, Brook and Markram to flourish if the weather permits.
This contest will also be the first ODI in England under the new regulation that allows teams to switch to a fresh ball after 34 overs. How this rule impacts run-scoring—especially at a high-scoring ground like Leeds—will be a subplot to watch.
The only caveat is the weather. Forecasts suggest rain interruptions around 3pm and again later in the evening, which could influence team strategies.
Stats and trivia: Numbers to watch
- Bavuma’s milestone: The South African skipper is just 69 runs shy of 2000 in ODIs and will become the 22nd batter from his country to reach the landmark.
- Brook’s rare feat: In just eight games as captain, Harry Brook has an ODI average of 73.83—the highest for any England skipper with at least five matches.
- Recent history: South Africa have had the upper hand in this rivalry. Two of the last three bilateral series have ended in draws, with the other won by South Africa. England last won a series against them in 2017.
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When will England vs South Africa 1st ODI take place?
England vs South Africa 1st ODI will take place on September 2, 2025.
At what time live toss for England vs South Africa 1st ODI take place?
The live toss for ENG vs SA 1st ODI will take place at 5 PM IST (12:30 PM local time).
At what time live match between England and South Africa will begin?
England vs South Africa 1st ODI will begin at 5:30 PM IST (1 PM local time).
Which TV channels will live telecast England vs South Africa 1st ODI?
Sony Sports Network will live telecast ENG vs SA 1st ODI cricket match in India.
How cricket fans can watch England vs South Africa 1st ODI online (live streaming)?
Cricket fans can watch ENG vs SA 1st ODI match live on Sony LIV app and website
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