South Africa toured England in September 2025 for an action-packed white-ball series featuring three ODIs and three T20Is. The bilateral contests were played across six iconic stadiums, delivering high-scoring thrillers, dominant performances, and dramatic weather interruptions.
The ODI series ended 2–1 in South Africa’s favour, while the T20I series finished 1–1, with the final match abandoned due to rain. Both teams showcased depth, power hitting, and strong bowling throughout the tour.
This article covers the complete details of the series including the full schedule, squads, venues, and final match results.
South Africa Tour Of England – Fixtures & Results
The series started with the first ODI on 2nd September, and the third and last ODI played on 7th September, followed by the first T20I from 10th September.
Take a look at the full schedule & results of the tour here:
| Date | Match | Venue | England Score | South Africa Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 2 2025 | 1st ODI | Leeds | 131 (24.3) | 137/3 (20.5) | South Africa won by 7 wkts |
| Thu, Sep 4 2025 | 2nd ODI | Lord’s | 325/9 (50) | 330/8 (50) | South Africa won by 5 runs |
| Sun, Sep 7 2025 | 3rd ODI | Southampton | 414/5 (50) | 72 (20.5) | England won by 342 runs |
| Wed, Sep 10 2025 | 1st T20I | Cardiff | 54/5 (5) | 97/5 (7.5) | South Africa won by 14 runs (DLS) |
| Fri, Sep 12 2025 | 2nd T20I | Manchester | 304/2 (20) | 158 (16.1) | England won by 146 runs |
| Sun, Sep 14 2025 | 3rd T20I | Nottingham | – | – | Match abandoned (no toss) |
South Africa Tour Of England 2025 – Squads
Both teams have announced their squads for the tour across all formats. Here is the complete team of SA and ENG ahead of the series.
England
ODI: Harry Brook(C), Tom Banton, Jos Buttler(WK), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Jamie Smith(WK), Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid
T20I: Harry Brook(C), Tom Banton, Jos Buttler(WK), Ben Duckett, Phil Salt, Jamie Smith, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Luke Wood
South Africa
ODI: Temba Bavuma(C), Matthew Breetzke, Tony de Zorzi, Lhuan-dre Pretorius(WK), Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Sanuran Muthusamy, Nandre Burger, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada
T20I: Aiden Markram(C), Donovan Ferreira, David Miller, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Marco Jansen, Senuran Muthusamy, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Lungi Ngidi, Kagison Rabada, Lizaad Williams
South Africa announced squads with two different captains for ODI and T20Is and included some youngsters and T20 specialists for the three-match T20Is. England has a well-balanced team across formats and includes experienced and younger players.
South Africa vs England Head to Head Stats
England and South Africa possess a rich history in cricket and have faced each other many times in both bilateral series and major ICC events.
So this series is going to be a renewal of healthy rivalry between these two sides, and take a look at the head-to-head stats in both ODIs and T20Is.
SA vs ENG – ODIs
England and South Africa have faced each other in 71 One Day Internationals so far, and the visitors lead with more wins.
| Matches | 74 |
| England wins | 31 |
| South Africa wins | 37 |
| No result/Tied | 6 |
SA vs END – T20Is
In the case of T20Is, a close competition exists between these two sides, but the Proteas hold a small margin of one more win against England’s 12 wins from 26 matches so far.
| Matches | 28 |
| England wins | 13 |
| South Africa wins | 14 |
| No result | 1 |
How To Purchase Tickets For the South Africa Tour Of England 2025
The tour will start on 02nd September, and tickets for all matches are officially available for booking on the official England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) website.
Steps to Purchase Tickets:
- Visit the Official Website: Head over to the Ticket Booking Website. This is the only authorized platform for booking tickets for the ENG vs SA 2025 series.
- Select the Match and Venue: Browse through the list of fixtures and choose the match you want to attend. Make sure to check the venue details and match timings before proceeding.
- Choose Your Seats: Once you select the match, you can view the seating options available. Pick your preferred seating category based on availability and your budget.
- Proceed to Checkout: After selecting your seats, add them to your cart and move to the checkout page. Double-check your selection and enter your personal and payment details securely.
- Confirm and Receive Tickets: Complete the payment to finalize your booking. You will receive a confirmation email with your e-tickets and match information.
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Conclusion: South Africa Win ODI Series 2–1, T20I Series Ends 1–1
The South Africa Tour of England 2025 delivered a compelling mix of dominant wins, tight finishes, and weather interruptions across six venues. South Africa secured the ODI series 2–1, winning the first two matches before England bounced back with a record 342-run victory in the final ODI. The T20I series finished 1–1, with South Africa taking the opener via DLS and England responding strongly in the second match before rain washed out the decider.
Both teams fielded balanced squads, showcasing experienced stars and rising talent throughout the tour. England’s home advantage produced standout batting displays, while South Africa impressed with consistency across formats.
Starting on 2nd September 2025, the series lived up to expectations and provided fans with memorable white-ball cricket moments. Those who want to revisit detailed scorecards and highlights can access them through the official ECB website.
