South Africa started their T20 series against Pakistan with a dominant performance, winning the first match by 55 runs. The Proteas showed their strength in both batting and bowling, while Pakistan’s top order failed to deliver, giving South Africa an early advantage in the three-match series.
South Africa’s Strong Batting Performance
Batting first after losing the toss, South Africa posted a solid total of 186 for 6 in 20 overs.
Captain Aiden Markram led from the front with a brilliant 62 runs off 38 balls, including 6 fours and 3 sixes.
David Miller provided finishing power with 41 runs off 22 balls, while Heinrich Klaasen added a useful 29 in the middle overs.
Pakistan’s bowlers had a tough time stopping the flow of runs. Shaheen Afridi was the pick of the bowlers with 2 wickets for 31 runs, while Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah took one wicket each. However, their economy rates were on the higher side as South Africa kept attacking.
1st T20: South Africa vs Pakistan – Full Scorecard & Match Summary
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Pakistan
Series: 3-Match T20 Series
Result: South Africa won by 55 runs and lead the series 1-0
South Africa Innings – 194/9 (20 overs)
South Africa batted first and put up a powerful total of 194 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs. The top and middle order performed brilliantly.
Top Performers:
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Reeza Hendricks – 60 (40 balls, 7 fours, 2 sixes)
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Tony de Zorzi – 33 (16 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)
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George Linde – 36 (22 balls, 3 fours, 2 sixes)
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Quinton de Kock – 23 (13 balls, 3 fours, 1 six)
Pakistan Bowling:
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Mohammad Nawaz – 4 overs, 26 runs, 3 wickets
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Shaheen Afridi – 4 overs, 33 runs, 2 wickets
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Haris Rauf – 4 overs, 38 runs, 1 wicket
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Usama Mir – 4 overs, 35 runs, 2 wickets
Pakistan Innings – 139 all out (18.4 overs)
Pakistan struggled while chasing 195 and were bowled out for just 139 runs in 18.4 overs.
Top Scorers:
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Saim Ayub – 37 (28 balls, 5 fours, 1 six)
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Mohammad Rizwan – 26 (20 balls, 3 fours)
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Fakhar Zaman – 22 (18 balls, 2 fours, 1 six)
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Shadab Khan – 17 (11 balls, 2 fours)
Disappointments:
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Babar Azam (Captain) – Out for 0 (duck) in just 2 balls
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Middle order collapsed quickly under South Africa’s disciplined bowling.
South Africa Bowling:
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Corbin Bosch – 4 overs, 14 runs, 4 wickets ⭐
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George Linde – 4 overs, 31 runs, 3 wickets
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Marco Jansen – 3.4 overs, 29 runs, 2 wickets
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Tabraiz Shamsi – 4 overs, 30 runs, 1 wicket
Match Summary:
South Africa dominated from start to finish. Reeza Hendricks’ classy half-century gave them a strong platform, and the bowlers, led by Corbin Bosch, completely dismantled Pakistan’s batting order.
Babar Azam’s early dismissal added pressure on Pakistan, and despite some resistance from Saim Ayub and Rizwan, they fell well short of the target.
Final Result:
🇿🇦 South Africa – 194/9 (20)
🇵🇰 Pakistan – 139 all out (18.4)
➡️ South Africa won by 55 runs
