ENG vs SA Head-to-Head Record: England will face South Africa in the opening T20I of the South Africa tour of England 2025 at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, on 10th September 2025.
Both teams approach this clash with different ambitions: England’s players are vying for spots in the T20 World Cup squad, while South Africa seeks to maintain their impressive form following recent successes in Tests and ODIs.
Fans are keen to know the ENG vs SA head-to-head record and key stats ahead of this exciting match in Wales.
ENG vs SA Head-to-Head in T20Is
England and South Africa have produced thrilling contests over the years in T20 internationals. The Proteas hold a slight edge overall, but England has dominated in recent series.
| Matches Played | England Won | South Africa Won | No Result | Win % (England) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 12 | 13 | 0 | 48% |
ENG vs SA – Last T20I Meeting (2024 T20 World Cup)
The latest match between England and South Africa occurred on June 21, 2024, during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
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South Africa Innings: Batting first, South Africa scored 163/6 in 20 overs. Aiden Markram (48) and David Miller (34*) were the key contributors.
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England Bowling: Jofra Archer and Adil Rashid bowled well, but South Africa’s middle-order acceleration proved decisive.
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England Innings: England replied with 156/6, falling just 7 runs short despite Jos Buttler’s 42.
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Result: South Africa beat England by 7 runs.
ENG vs SA T20I Stats Overview
| Stat | England | South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 25 | 25 |
| Wins | 12 | 13 |
| Highest Score | 230/8 | 241/6 |
| Lowest Score | 111/10 | 101/10 |
| Win % | 48% | 52% |
Key Insights
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South Africa won the last T20I clash by 7 runs in the 2024 T20 World Cup.
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England has won 3 of the last 5 T20Is between the two teams.
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Jos Buttler and David Miller are among the top run-scorers in this rivalry.
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Kagiso Rabada and Chris Jordan have been the leading wicket-takers in past fixtures.
ENG vs SA 1st T20I 2025 – What to Expect?
England will depend on a combination of youth and experience, with Harry Brook, Phil Salt, and Jofra Archer poised to play key roles. South Africa, captained by Aiden Markram, has strong hitters in Dewald Brevis, David Miller, and Tristan Stubbs.
The Cardiff pitch is expected to offer a balanced contest, with a par score of around 190–200. Cloudy conditions might assist pacers, making the toss crucial as chasing teams have historically done better here.
While England starts as slight favourites at home, South Africa’s form across formats makes them a dangerous opponent. Expect a thrilling contest as both teams aim to strike first blood in the series.
Read Also: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff Pitch Report – ENG vs SA 1st T20I
