Proteas Dominate as Pakistan Collapses Losing Final Five Wickets for Just 65 Runs
In the opening match of the Test series in Lahore, South Africa showcased their bowling prowess. After a slow start, the Proteas dominated the second day’s play, resulting in a swift collapse of the Pakistani batting lineup.
Pakistan’s Collapse on Day Two
Pakistan entered day two in a strong position at 313 for five. However, they lost their last five wickets for a mere 65 runs in the first session. The turning point was the exceptional performance of left-arm spinner Senuran Muthusamy.
Senuran Muthusamy’s Impressive Bowling
Muthusamy emerged as the standout bowler for South Africa, taking four of the five wickets that fell. He concluded his innings with remarkable figures of six wickets for 117 runs in 32 overs, marking his best performance in Test cricket.
- Bowler: Senuran Muthusamy
- Wickets Taken: 6
- Runs Conceded: 117
- Overs Bowled: 32
Final Innings Summary
The South African bowlers worked in tandem to dismantle the Pakistani batting order. Prenelan Subrayen played a crucial role alongside Muthusamy, ultimately dismissing Salman Agha, who scored 93 runs. With Agha’s wicket, Pakistan was bowled out for 378 runs.
This performance by the Proteas highlights their ability to capitalize on opportunities and demonstrates the volatility of Test cricket, as Pakistan struggled to maintain their momentum.
