Pakistan Dominates South Africa by 9 Wickets to Level T20I Series
In an impressive display of skill, Pakistan triumphed over South Africa by nine wickets in the second T20I match held on Friday. This victory not only leveled the series but also witnessed significant milestones and standout performances from the Pakistani squad.
Match Summary
Pakistan bowled out South Africa for a mere 110 runs. The fast bowling duo, Salman Mirza and Faheem Ashraf, were instrumental in the collapse, combining for seven wickets. In response, Pakistan chased down the target with ease, reaching 112 for 1 in just 13.1 overs.
Key Performers
- Saim Ayub: A standout player, he scored an unbeaten 71 runs off just 38 balls.
- Babar Azam: The Pakistani captain achieved a personal milestone by surpassing Rohit Sharma’s record for the most runs in men’s T20Is. He finished the innings with 11 not out.
Records Broken
Babar Azam entered the record books with this match. He required nine runs to surpass Rohit Sharma’s tally of 4,231 runs in T20 internationals. With his finish of 11 runs, Babar set a new benchmark in T20 cricket.
Next Match
The series is now tied, with both teams having a chance to claim victory. The third and deciding T20I is scheduled for Saturday, promising further excitement for fans.
