By Hamza Hameed Mirza

The first T20 of the series between Pakistan and South Africa will be played in Johannesburg today.

South African captain Tamba Bavuma has been ruled out of the series due to injury. Pakistani all-rounder Muhammad Hafeez will play his 100th T20 international Match for Pakistan.

The match between the two teams will start at 5:30 pm at Wanderers Stadium.

South Africa captain out of T20 series due to injury

The host team is facing more difficulties after five South African players left for India for the IPL. Devin Pretorious and captain Tamba Bavuma are out of the series due to injuries. Heinrich Klaassen will lead the team.

Reza Hendricks has withdrawn from the series due to private engagements.

Pakistan has won the ODI series 2-1 against South Africa. Fakhar Zaman was awarded Player of the Series.