<p>If South Africa are feeling on top of the world in the Test arena, there is much concern over their one day international form ahead of the Champions Trophy to be played in England and Wales in June. he Proteas enter into a five-match home series against Pakistan in Bloemfontein on Sunday searching for a winning formula in the shorter format of the game. <br /><br /></p>.<p>Bar a one-off fixture in the Netherlands in late May, this will be the final preparation for the side ahead of the Champions Trophy. <br /><br />"This is an important period for the ODI team; I think what is important for us is that we know that we can create some momentum in this team," coach Gary Kirsten told reporters this week. <br /><br />South Africa lost a three-match home ODI series against New Zealand 2-1 last month, their third home series defeat in their last six encounters against visiting teams. <br /><br />They did rest key players through the three matches, but worryingly, those who were elevated in their place failed to shine.</p>
<p>If South Africa are feeling on top of the world in the Test arena, there is much concern over their one day international form ahead of the Champions Trophy to be played in England and Wales in June. he Proteas enter into a five-match home series against Pakistan in Bloemfontein on Sunday searching for a winning formula in the shorter format of the game. <br /><br /></p>.<p>Bar a one-off fixture in the Netherlands in late May, this will be the final preparation for the side ahead of the Champions Trophy. <br /><br />"This is an important period for the ODI team; I think what is important for us is that we know that we can create some momentum in this team," coach Gary Kirsten told reporters this week. <br /><br />South Africa lost a three-match home ODI series against New Zealand 2-1 last month, their third home series defeat in their last six encounters against visiting teams. <br /><br />They did rest key players through the three matches, but worryingly, those who were elevated in their place failed to shine.</p>