England vs South Africa, 2nd Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | South Africa tour of England, 2025

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04 September 2025 | 11:56AM
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The ENG vs SA Live Score, 2nd Match of the South Africa tour of England 2025, will be played on 04 September 2025 at 05:30 PM at the Lord’s Cricket Ground, London. After a competitive series opener, both teams will look to make adjustments and gain momentum in this crucial second clash.


England enter the game with a deep batting lineup featuring explosive stroke makers and reliable anchors. Their all-rounders add balance, providing versatility in both departments, while their bowling attack is a blend of express pace and skillful spin. Playing at Lord’s, they will hope to capitalize on home advantage, aiming to correct any mistakes from the first game and stamp authority on the series.


South Africa, meanwhile, arrive with a squad full of promising youngsters and established stars. Their top order is packed with power hitters, while their middle order provides the stability required for competitive totals. Their all-rounders bring depth and flexibility, making them dangerous in both innings. With a bowling unit comprising world-class pacers and experienced spinners, the Proteas are well-equipped to challenge England in these conditions.


With both sides evenly matched and eager to take control of the series, the ENG vs SA Live Score promises to deliver another thrilling contest under the iconic Lord’s atmosphere.

England vs South Africa, 2nd Match Details

Series

South Africa tour of England, 2025

Match

England vs South Africa

Date & Time

04 September 2025, 05:30 PM

Venue

Lord's Cricket Ground

Umpire

Sharfuddoula, Mike Burns

Third Umpire

Nitin Menon

Referee

Javagal Srinath

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England vs South Africa, 2nd Match Weather Condition

11:45 am

Cloud

50%

Humidity

94%

Wind

23.4 km/h

14.2

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Moderate rain

Lord's Cricket Ground

Lord's Cricket Ground Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The Lord’s surface is traditionally known for assisting fast bowlers early on, with seam movement and swing often troubling batters during the first powerplay. The famous slope at Lord’s adds another challenge, particularly for those new to the venue. Once set, batters can play their shots freely, with the quick outfield rewarding timing. Spinners may come into play in the middle overs, but the venue usually favors teams with strong pace attacks. A competitive first-innings score at Lord’s in limited-overs cricket is typically in the range of 280–300, though conditions overhead can influence totals significantly.

England Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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South Africa Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

231

X

199

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

334/4 (60 Ov) by ENG vs IND

X

85/10 (39 Ov) by RSAW vs ENGW

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

326/8 (49.3 Ov) by IND vs ENG

X

169/10 (45.4 Ov) by INDW vs ENGW

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

43

52%
|
48%
Bowling First

40

England vs South Africa, 2nd Match Squad

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England Probable XI :

Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler, Tom Banton, Jamie Smith, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid

South Africa Probable XI :

Temba Bavuma, Dewald Brevis, Tony de Zorzi, Tristan Stubbs, Ryan Rickelton, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi

Conclusion

The ENG vs SA Live Score 2nd Match is expected to be a high-intensity encounter as both teams aim to assert dominance in the series. England will rely on their batting firepower and home conditions to edge past their opponents, while South Africa will look to their bowling strength and aggressive top order to push for victory. Key phases such as the opening powerplay and the final 10 overs with bat and ball could prove decisive. With two evenly matched squads, fans can anticipate an entertaining and competitive game at the home of cricket, where small margins are likely to dictate the winner.