De Kock's 123* hands Pakistan a drubbing in second ODI

De Kock's 123* Hands Pakistan a Defeat in Second ODI

Quinton de Kock's unbeaten 123* off 119 balls helped South Africa dominate Pakistan in the second ODI, leveling the three-match series.

Match Summary

At Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad, South Africa comfortably chased the target of 270 runs, losing only two wickets and finishing with 59 balls to spare. The series decider is scheduled for Saturday, November 8, at the same venue.

Key Performances

Quinton de Kock and Lhuan-dre Pretorius gave South Africa a rapid start by adding 81 runs in 11.5 overs.
Pretorius played aggressively, scoring 46 runs from 40 balls with seven fours and one six.
De Kock and Tony de Zorzi shared a crucial 153-run partnership for the second wicket.
De Zorzi scored a brisk 76 off 63 balls, hitting nine fours and three sixes before getting out.
De Kock remained unbeaten, scoring his 22nd ODI century with seven sixes and eight fours.

Bowling Highlights

Pakistan struggled to take wickets, with only Mohammad Wasim and Faheem each claiming a single wicket.

Pakistan’s Innings

Batting first, Pakistan posted 269-9 in their 50 overs despite a poor start to their innings.

Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 123* off 119 balls helped South Africa outplay Pakistan in the second ODI to level the three-match series.

Author’s summary: Quinton de Kock’s stellar century steered South Africa to an easy victory over Pakistan, setting up a thrilling series decider.

A Sports — 2025-11-06

De Kock's 123* Hands Pakistan a Defeat in Second ODI

Match Summary

Key Performances

Bowling Highlights

Pakistan’s Innings

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