Quinton de Kock’s comeback century leads South Africa to series-levelling win over Pakistan in 2nd ODI

South Africa Faced defeat despite massive demonstration at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad Pakistan Defeated by eight wickets in the second ODI to level the three-match series 1-1. Chasing Pakistan’s competitive score of 269/9, the Proteas made light work of the target and reached 270/2 in just 40.1 overs. The victory was achieved thanks to a brilliant, unbeaten century by the experienced opener. quinton de kockWho displayed his aggressive class on his return to the ODI format.

Saim Ayub, Mohammad Nawaz took Pakistan to a respectable score

After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Pakistan’s innings had a very bad start and they were shocked by the South African fast bowlers. Nandre BurgerBerger, who was enjoying the best day of his career, demolished the top order by removing him. Fakhar Zaman (0), Babar Azam (11), and Mohammad Rizwan (4) In quick succession, the hosts were reduced to 22/3. The innings was saved by a determined effort by the middle order.

opener Saim Ayyub (53 runs on 66 balls) and salman ali aga (69 runs on 106 balls) made an important partnership of 92 runs for the fourth wicket. This basis allowed Mohammad Nawaz He provided a late flourish, scoring a career-best 59 runs including four sixes in 59 balls, propelling Pakistan to a struggling total of 269/9. Nandre Berger finished as the pick of the bowlers with impressive figures of 4/46, he also got support from the leg spinner Nakaba PeterWho claimed 3/55.

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Quinton de Kock’s explosive century takes South Africa to the finishing line

South Africa’s chase was a masterclass in controlled aggression, defying the pressure of the 270-run target with ease. opener luan-dre pretorius (46 runs off 40 balls) and De Kock gave a quick start of 81 runs, which set the tone. After the dismissal of Pretorius, De Kock joined the army. Tony De ZorziAnd the pair stitched a brilliant partnership of 153 runs for the second wicket to effectively bowl Pakistan out of the match.

De Kock took advantage of the early relief to complete his 22nd ODI century in 96 balls and remained undefeated after scoring 123 runs (119 balls) with the help of eight fours and seven sixes. De Zorzi was equally fluent, scoring 76 off just 63 balls, ensuring that the run rate never dropped below the required mark. captain Matthew Britzke De Kock completed the formalities, winning by eight wickets with about ten overs to spare, demonstrating the Proteas’ clinical ability to adapt to conditions.

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