Salman and Nawaz Lead Pakistan to 269 Against South Africa in Second ODI
Pakistan scored 269 for nine wickets in 50 overs in the second One Day International against South Africa, played at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad. After winning the toss, Pakistan elected to bat first. The hosts currently lead the three-match series 1-0 following a close two-wicket victory in the opening game.
Innings Overview
The innings started poorly as opener Fakhar Zaman was dismissed without scoring, caught by Quinton de Kock off the bowling of Nandre Burger. Saim Ayub helped stabilize the innings with a steady 53 runs from 66 balls. Skipper Babar Azam scored 11 before falling to Burger, who emerged as South Africa’s leading bowler.
Mohammad Rizwan’s innings was short-lived, managing only four runs. Agha Salman played a key role, anchoring the innings with a patient 69 runs off 106 deliveries. Mohammad Nawaz supported the middle order with a brisk 59 runs from 59 balls, accelerating the scoring towards the end of the innings.
Bowling Highlights
- Nandre Burger was the most successful bowler, taking 4 wickets for 53 runs.
- Nqabayomzi Peter took three important wickets, including those of Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, and Shaheen Afridi.
- In addition, Bosch and Pretorius took one wicket each, helping to contain Pakistan’s scoring in the final overs.
"Pakistan set a total of 269 for nine in 50 overs after winning the toss and opting to bat first against South Africa in the second One Day International at Iqbal Stadium on Thursday."
"Nandre Burger was the pick of the bowlers, taking four wickets for 53 runs."
Author’s summary: Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Nawaz’s solid batting performances helped Pakistan post a competitive 269-9 in the second ODI against South Africa, with strong bowling efforts from South Africa’s Burger and Peter.