Updated Ordered-Duty International Standings Preceding England-South Africa Contest

England vs South Africa ODI Series: A Pivotal Moment for Both Teams

England and South Africa are set to lock horns in a highly anticipated ODI series, marking the resumption of international cricket for the hosts after their June series against West Indies. The three-match series, beginning on September 2 at Headingley, will be a significant test for both teams as they strive for valuable points in the race towards the 2027 World Cup.

Currently, the West Indies hold the ninth automatic qualification spot for the World Cup, a position England aim to surpass. Teams like Bangladesh (10th) and Ireland (12th) also risk missing out on direct qualification, making this series a crucial one for them as well.

England, ranked eighth with a rating of 88, will be boosted by the return of Jofra Archer, who is set to make his ODI return for England in the first South Africa ODI. The series will also see the debut of a fast-bowling player for England, although the specific player has not been named yet.

South Africa, currently ranked third in the ICC ODI Team Rankings with a rating of 98, will enter the series as the sixth-placed side. They come off a 2-1 ODI series win in Australia and will be eager to continue their good form against England.

The overall record in ODIs between England and South Africa is neck and neck, with England winning 30 matches and South Africa winning 35, with five no-results and a tie. South Africa last met England in a Champions Trophy group match in March, where they won by seven wickets.

The ODI series will also provide cricket enthusiasts with a wealth of updates, including live scores, match stats, quizzes, and the latest cricket news, player updates, team standings, match highlights, video analysis, and live match odds on our website.

The series will be played at iconic venues - Headingley, Lord's, and Southampton - from September 2 to September 7. Fans of both teams are in for a treat as they witness some thrilling cricket action.

Here is the current ICC men's ODI team rankings table:

| Rank | Team | Matches | Points | Rating | |------|-----------------------|---------|--------|--------| | 1 | India | 53 | 126 | 124 | | 2 | New Zealand | 49 | 109 | 109 | | 3 | Australia | 46 | 106 | 106 | | 4 | England | 46 | 98 | 88 | | 5 | Pakistan | 45 | 94 | 92 | | 6 | South Africa | 46 | 88 | 98 | | 7 | Sri Lanka | 45 | 87 | 87 | | 8 | West Indies | 46 | 83 | 83 | | 9 | Bangladesh | 46 | 77 | 77 | | 10 | Ireland | 44 | 72 | 72 | | 11 | Zimbabwe | 43 | 66 | 66 |

Zimbabwe, assured a place as they are the hosts of the World Cup, and sixth-placed South Africa are the only teams guaranteed direct qualification from this table, leaving England and others to fight for the remaining spots. The upcoming series between England and South Africa promises to be a nail-biting contest, with both teams eager to secure valuable points and move closer to the 2027 World Cup.

Updated Ordered-Duty International Standings Preceding England-South Africa Contest