South Africa v England betting tips & prediction | Champions Trophy Preview 

South Africa can finish off an ailing England at the Champions Trophy in Pakistan on Friday and ensure they advance into the semi finals of the ODI tournament. 

The Proteas second clash of the group stage against Australia was was washed out, which leaves both teams unbeaten with one victory, while Afghanistan (1-1) is an outside chance of snatching a semi final position, if they can roll the Aussies.

But the Proteas can still bounce out of the Champions Trophy with a heavy loss to England and if Australia is defeated by Afghanistan, but this result will come down to the wire, with the two old rivals in the box seat to advance. 

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South Africa is a 1.35 favourite with Betway South Africa to defeat England (1.95) who are still reeling from their narrow loss to Afghanistan, which killed their tournament and extended their poor run of form on the international stage. 

The Proteas, despite their strong form, still remain on the fourth line of betting to win the Champions Trophy, behind favourites India, who are playing all of their games in the United Arab Emirates, because of security concerns, Australia and New Zealand. 

The South Africans opening match highlighted their growing depth, with Ryan Rickleton’s sizzling maiden ton, adding some further class to a line-up that features skipper Temba Bavuma, Rassie van der Dussen and Aiden Markram. 

But their depth in bowling stocks is what has us leaning towards the Proteas defeating England, which will see them head into the Champions Trophy semi -finals packed full of confidence. 

Proteas v England betting tips 

Here are our free South Africa v England tips for their Champions Trophy clash on February 28, 2025. 

Aiden Markram to top score

Markram in a lot of ways is the South Africans fix-all solution in one-day cricket. He can bat with tempo and ressurrect an innings, or he can blast and score quickly, as highlighted in their opening games. With two distinct tempos, it always keeps him in the game. Markram is paying 5.50 to top score in the Proteas innings. 

Joe Root to top score

England’s superstar must be frustrated his team mates are not coming along for the ride at the moment. Root is always the one English fans hope fire, and the big wicket for opposing teams. Get Root out cheaply and it wouldnt’ surprise to see the Poms head home in disgrace. He is paying 8.50 with ZA betting sites to win man of the match here.

Proteas v England betting prediction

South Africa are primed for a serious assault on the Champions Trophy, and it wouldn’t surprise if some England players have checked out after their horror tournament. South Africa’s bowling attack is much more dangerous and their batting line-up has improved dramatically in recent times. Our final South Africa v England prediction? While we have been burnt before, we’re confident the Proteas get the job done this time.