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Burger’s Firepower Shakes Pakistan Before Late Recovery

Nandre Burger dismantled Pakistan’s top order with three quick wickets early on in the second one-day international against South Africa at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, on Thursday. Pakistan, electing to bat first, struggled on a slow and awkward pitch, eventually posting 269-9.

Difficult Batting Conditions

The pitch made batting challenging, and despite the total seeming modest, Pakistan remained competitive at the halfway point. Conditions are expected to worsen for the second innings.

Burger’s Impactful Spell

Left-arm fast bowler Burger took 4-46, striking early with the third ball of the match:

Late Recovery Efforts

Opener Saim Ayub scored 53, adding a slow but steady 92 runs in 20 overs with Salman Agha to stabilize the innings. Salman played cautiously, reaching his half-century off 82 balls with only three boundaries.

“A full-blooded drive against Corbin Bosch resulted in a remarkable, reflex catch by the bowler in his follow-through.”

Salman was eventually dismissed for 69 from 106 balls, caught by Bosch off a straight yorker that broke through his defenses.

Summary: Burger’s early bowling assault put Pakistan on the back foot, but a patient partnership helped the hosts reach a defendable total on a tough pitch.

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SuperSport SuperSport — 2025-11-06

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