Pakistan vs South Africa First Test Day four at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan bowlers produced a sensational display, Noman Ali got 10 wickets in match who guide pakistan 93 runs victory over South Africa, take 1-0 lead in 2 matches test series.
Day 4 resuming South at 51/2 , Tony De zorzi departed early this morning on 16 off 47 balls, while Tristan Stubbs managed only 2 , leaving South Africa 55/4 .
The only significant resistance came from Ryan Rickelton and Dewald Brevis, together added 73 runs with composed batting display against Pakistan spinners, Rickelton’s dogged effort of 45 runs from 145 deliveries was a testament to patience and determination. The left-hander stood firm at one end while wickets fell steadily at the other, displaying sound technique against both spin and seam.
At the other end of the spectrum was Dewald Brevis, who injected much-needed aggression into the innings. The young right-hander showcased his natural stroke play, scoring a fluent 54 off 54 balls, including six boundaries and two sixes. His fearless counterattack momentarily unsettled the Pakistani bowlers, but his dismissal bowled by Noman Ali proved to be the turning point.
Kyle Verreynne attempted to anchor the innings with 19 runs off 48 deliveries, but Afridi’s pace proved too hot to handle as he fell lbw. The tail offered little resistance thereafter, with Senuran Muthusamy (6), Prenelan Subrayen (8), and Kagiso Rabada (0) falling cheaply. Only Simon Harmer, who remained unbeaten on 14 off 29 balls, showed some grit towards the end, but it was not enough to prevent South Africa from folding for 183 in 60.5 overs.
Pakistan won by 93 runs take 1-0 in 2 matches series.
Pakistan’s bowlers were clinical throughout. Shaheen Afridi led the attack with 4 wickets, mixing pace and swing to devastating effect. Noman Ali matched him with 4 wickets, using his variations cleverly on a turning surface. Sajid Khan chipped in with 2 key scalps, maintaining relentless pressure from the other end. Their combined effort ensured South Africa never managed to settle into any rhythm or build substantial partnerships.
Pakistan vs South Africa Match summary
Toss: Pakistan won the toss opted to bat first
Pakistan 1st innings: 378/10
Top scorer: Imam ul haq 93 off 153 balls, Salman Ali Agha 93 off 145 deliveries
Top bowler: Senuran muthusamy 6/117, Prenelan Subrayen 2/78
South Africa 1st innings: 269/10 , Pakistan lead by 109 runs
Top scorer: Tony De zorzi 104 off 171 balls, Rayn Rickelton 71 off 137 deliveries
Top bowler: Noman Ali 6/112, Sajid Khan 3/98
Pakistan 2nd innings : 167/10, South Africa need 277 runs
Top scorer: Babar Azam 42 off 72 balls, Abdullah Shafique 41 off 73 deliveries
Top bowler: Senuran muthusamy 5/57, Simon Harmer 51/4
South Africa 2nd innings: 183/10
Top scorer: Dewald Brevis 54 off 54 balls, Rayn Rickelton 45 off 145 deliveries
Top bowler: Shaheen Afridi 4/33, Noman Ali 4/79
Result: Pakistan won by 93 runs
Player of the match : Noman Ali 10 wickets in match
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