TOP STORIES
SA vs PAK 2nd ODI: Babar finds form, Afridi stars with ball as Pakistan thump proteas
Pakistan triumphed over South Africa in the second ODI on Thursday at Newlands, Cape Town to seal the series win, delivering a commanding performance in both batting and bowling. Pakistan put up an impressive total of 329 runs, with massive contributions from Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan leading the charge. South Africa, in their pursuit of the target, fell short, bowled out for 248 in 43.1 overs, with Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah starring with the ball, taking four and three crucial wickets respectively.
Put into bat, Pakistan once again set out to make a statement. Most notably, Babar Azam, who had been struggling to find his form, made a stellar comeback with his 73-run knock. Both Babar and Rizwan played aggressive innings that propelled their side to a formidable total. Skipper Rizwan, who has been in sublime form, cracked 80 runs. The partnership between Babar and Rizwan provided the backbone of the Pakistan's innings.
Pakistan also had support from the lower order in the form of Kamran Ghulam scoring 63 off 32 that further bolstered the total.
Chasing 330 runs for victory, South Africa began their innings with hope, but Pakistan's bowlers, led by Shaheen Afridi, quickly put the brakes on the chase. He claimed four wickets, making vital breakthroughs at critical junctures.
The South African top order struggled to build partnerships, with only Heinrich Klaasen (97) offering any significant resistance. However, he was dismissed before he could capitalize further. Their middle order crumbled under the pressure of the chase, and moreover, Pakistan bowlers never allowed the Proteas to find any rhythm.
Tags
More News
Mike Hussey recalls advising Bumrah in his maiden IPL season
Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey recently recalled an important conversation he had with Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah during the 2014 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Jasprit Bumrah, one of the most promising fast bowlers, made a great impact during the IPL 2014 with his sharp and searing pace.
Playing for the Mumbai Indians, Bumrah had...
"He'll do a very good job as skipper": Former Australian cricketer Allan Border backs Bumrah
Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been thrust into the spotlight as a potential successor to Rohit Sharma as the captain of the Indian cricket team, following his leadership during India’s victory in the first Test against Australia in theb onoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In the absence of regular captain Rohit Sharma, who was away due to personal reasons, B...
Nathan McSweeney 'devastated' after being dropped from Australia's squad
After being omitted from the Australia's squad for the final two Test matches against India, young batter Nathan McSweeney is grappling with disappointment. He had been included in the initial squad, but the decision to drop him from the team has left him feeling devastated. McSweeney made way for young talent Sam Konstas, who is likely to ...
SA vs PAK 3rd ODI: All you need to know, playing XI, head-to-head
Pakistan and South Africa are set to face off in the third and final ODI on Sunday at The Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg, with the series already in Pakistan's favor. Leading the series 2-0 after securing victories in the first two matches, Pakistan will be looking to complete a clean sweep, while South Africa will play for pride as they aim to salvage som...
SA vs PAK: South Africa suffer another setback as Ottneil Baartman ruled out of third ODI
South Africa have suffered yet another setback in their ongoing series against Pakistan, as pacer Ottneil Baartman has been ruled out of the third and final ODI due to a knee issue.
Baartman’s injury adds to the growing list of challenges faced by the proteas, as they find themselves on the back foot in the series, with Pakistan leading 2-0. Corbin Bosch, ...
YouTube
Facebook
Instagram
