De Kock century powers South Africa to eight-wicket win over Pakistan
Quinton de Kock led South Africa to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Pakistan in Faisalabad with an unbeaten 123, leveling the three-match ODI series 1-1.
Match Summary
The visitors chased down a 270-run target at Iqbal Stadium with 9.5 overs remaining, maintaining steady momentum throughout the innings.
Pakistan’s Innings
Pakistan, after winning the toss, chose to bat and scored 269 for nine in 50 overs. Opener Saim Ayub contributed 53 off 66 balls, while Agha Salman added a composed 69 from 106 deliveries.
Mohammad Nawaz’s brisk 59 from 59 balls helped Pakistan recover from early trouble after Fakhar Zaman was dismissed without scoring.
South African Bowling Performance
- Nandre Burger took 4 wickets for 53 runs, leading the attack effectively.
- Nqabayomzi Peter earned 3 key wickets.
- Corbin Bosch and Lhuan-dre Pretorius claimed one wicket each.
The bowlers limited Pakistan’s scoring despite late resistance from Faheem Ashraf (28), Wasim Jr (12 not out), and Naseem Shah (6 not out).
South Africa’s Chase
De Kock dominated the chase with his unbeaten century, ensuring South Africa reached the target confidently and equalized the series before the final match.
“South Africa levelled the three-match One Day International series 1-1 after a commanding eight-wicket win over Pakistan at Iqbal Stadium.”
Author’s Summary
Quinton de Kock’s century anchored South Africa’s powerful chase in Faisalabad, securing an eight-wicket win that brought the ODI series against Pakistan to a thrilling 1-1 balance.