Gaddafi Stadium Lahore Pitch Analysis Records and Top Test Scores Preview for PAK vs SA 1st Test
Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore is set to host another historic Test match as Pakistan faces South Africa in the first game of their two-match series. This encounter, starting on October 12, 2025, kicks off Pakistan’s campaign in the ICC World Test Championship for 2025-27.
Gaddafi Stadium Lahore: A Venue With Rich History
Since its first international match in 1959, Gaddafi Stadium has been a staple in major tournaments, including the World Cup and Champions Trophy. The venue offers a seating capacity for 27,000 spectators and has hosted 41 Test matches over the years.
Pitch Analysis for PAK vs SA 1st Test
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium is known for being friendly to batters, providing an even bounce that facilitates stroke-making. The fast outfield further aids in achieving high scores. For the upcoming Test between Pakistan and South Africa, the pitch is expected to remain flat initially. However, as the game progresses into days 3-5, spinners are anticipated to find increasingly favorable conditions.
Average Test Scores at Gaddafi Stadium
- Average 1st innings Score: 322
- Average 2nd innings Score: 339
- Average 3rd innings Score: 245
- Average 4th innings Score: 152
Historic Test Records at Gaddafi Stadium
The highest team total recorded at Gaddafi Stadium is 699/5 declared by Pakistan against India in December 1989. Conversely, the lowest total is 73 all out by New Zealand against Pakistan in May 2002. In terms of individual performances, Inzamam-ul-Haq holds the highest score with 329 not out against New Zealand in 2002.
Abdul Qadir’s remarkable 9/56 against England in 1987 remain the best bowling figures in a Test innings at this venue. Among Test regulars here, Mohammad Yousuf leads with 1,125 runs in 11 matches, while Imran Khan has captured the most wickets, totaling 56 in the same number of matches.
Team and Player Highlights
The last encounter between Pakistan and South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium ended in a draw back in October 2007. The most recent Test at the venue was played against Australia in March 2022, where Usman Khawaja’s performance led to an Australian victory by 115 runs.
Match Outlook with Betting Odds
As per Dafabet, Pakistan are slightly favored with odds of 1.69, while South Africa’s odds stand at 2.17. This match promises an exciting beginning to both teams’ World Test Championship campaigns.
