South Africa Level ODI Series Against Pakistan
Quinton de Kock's unbeaten century and Nandre Burger's four-wicket haul powered South Africa to an emphatic eight-wicket win over Pakistan in the second ODI of the three-match series at Iqbal Stadium, Faisalabad, on Thursday.
Match Summary
Chasing a target of 270 set by Pakistan, South Africa comfortably reached the total with the loss of just two wickets and 59 balls remaining. This win allowed South Africa to level the series at 1-1.
Key Performances
- Quinton de Kock crafted an unbeaten century, anchoring the successful chase.
- Openers Lhundu-Andre Pretorius and de Kock started aggressively with an 81-run opening partnership.
- Mohammad Wasim Jr broke the partnership by dismissing Pretorius, who scored 46 off 40 balls with seven fours and a six.
- Tony de Zorzi and de Kock then added 153 runs for the second wicket, solidifying South Africa's position.
- De Zorzi was dismissed by Faheem Ashraf in the 35th over after scoring a brisk 76 from 63 balls, including nine fours and three sixes.
Upcoming Match
The final and decisive third ODI will be held at the same venue on Saturday.
"The thumping victory helped South Africa level the series against Pakistan at 1-1, with the third and final ODI set to be played at the same venue on Saturday."
South Africa’s dominant performance demonstrates their strong resolve to clinch the series in the upcoming match.