Here’s a detailed comparison of the historical head-to-head record between South Africa and England across different cricket formats:
Test Matches:
| Format | Matches Played | England Wins | South Africa Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 156 | 66 | 35 | 55 |
In Test cricket, England and South Africa have faced each other in 156 matches. England has won 66 of these encounters, while South Africa has emerged victorious 35 times. Additionally, 55 matches ended in draws.
One Day Internationals (ODIs):
| Format | Matches Played | England Wins | South Africa Wins | No Result | Tied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 70 | 30 | 34 | 5 | 1 |
In ODIs, England and South Africa have played 70 matches. England has won 30 of these matches, while South Africa has won 34 times. Additionally, 5 matches ended without a result, and 1 match ended in a tie.
Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is):
| Format | Matches Played | England Wins | South Africa Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 25 | 12 | 12 | 1 |
In T20 Internationals, England and South Africa have faced each other in 25 matches. Both teams have won 12 matches each, and 1 match ended without a result.
Overall, across all formats, England holds a slight advantage over South Africa in Test matches, while South Africa has a better record in ODIs. T20Is have been more evenly contested between the two teams. These statistics provide insights into the competitive history between South Africa and England in cricket.