Pakistan Clinches T20I Series Against South Africa
Pakistan, under the captaincy of Salman Ali Agha, secured the three-match T20I series with a four-wicket victory over South Africa in the final game held at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Key Contributions and Match Summary
Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam was instrumental in the win, scoring a vital half-century that ensured a 2-1 series victory for Pakistan. South Africa, sent to bat first by Salman Ali Agha, posted a total of 140 runs. Pakistan chased the target efficiently, winning with six wickets in hand and one over remaining.
Babar Azam scored 68 runs from 47 balls, including nine boundaries, to guide the chase successfully.
Bowling Performance and Early Wickets
Pakistan’s strategy to bowl first paid dividends as South Africa lost two early wickets within the first over. Shaheen Shah Afridi, returning to the squad, dismissed Quinton de Kock and Lhuan-dre Pretorius without scoring.
Reeza Hendricks and youngster Dewald Brevis attempted to stabilize the innings with a 38-run partnership over 41 balls for the third wicket. Brevis was eventually dismissed by debutant Usman Tariq in the eighth over, scoring 21 runs from 22 balls, including two sixes.
"Pakistan, led by Salman Ali Agha, wrapped up the three-match T20I series with a four-wicket win over South Africa in the final match at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore."
"Babar Azam scored 68 runs off 47 balls with the help of nine boundaries."
"Shaheen Shah Afridi marking his return by removing Quinton de Kock and Lhuan-dre Pretorius for ducks."
Summary: Pakistan displayed a strong team effort led by Salman Ali Agha and Babar Azam to win the T20I series against South Africa with notable early breakthroughs and a disciplined chase.