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In a major setback ahead of their limited-overs tour of Pakistan, South African star batter David Miller has been ruled out of the entire series due to a hamstring injury. Cricket South Africa (CSA) confirmed that the left-hander sustained a grade-one hamstring strain during training, forcing him to miss both the T20I and ODI legs of the ongoing tour. Injury …

South Africa produced a commanding performance on Day 4 to defeat Pakistan by 8 wickets in the second Test at Rawalpindi, leveling the series 1-1. After Pakistan posted 333 in their first innings and 138 in their second, South Africa chased down the 68-run target in just 12.3 overs. Simon Harmer was the standout bowler for South Africa, taking 6 …

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced its T20I and ODI squads for the upcoming matches against South Africa, marking a significant reshuffle in the national setup. Babar Azam makes long-Awaited comeback to Pakistan’s T20I squad The biggest news is the return of Babar Azam, Pakistan’s premier batter and former captain, to the T20I team after nearly a year. Babar …

Day 3 of the second Test between Pakistan and South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium witnessed a dramatic shift in momentum as the visitors seized control of the contest. After conceding 333 in Pakistan’s first innings, South Africa mounted a powerful response with the bat, amassing 404 runs to secure a commanding 71-run lead. The day’s proceedings showcased Senuran …

Pakistan spinner Asif Afridi made cricket history on his Test debut in October 2025 by becoming the oldest bowler to claim a five-wicket haul. At 38 years and 299 days, Afridi broke a record that had stood for more than nine decades. His remarkable achievement came during the second Test against South Africa at Rawalpindi, where he spun a web …

South Africa continued their dream run at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 with a commanding 150-run (DLS) victory over Pakistan at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on October 21. The match was repeatedly interrupted by rain, but the Proteas remained unbothered as they stormed to their fifth consecutive win, climbing to the top of the table. Captain Laura Wolvaardt’s …

South Africa clawed their way back into contention on the second day of the Rawalpindi Test as Keshav Maharaj’s seven-wicket masterclass derailed Pakistan’s first innings before Tristan Stubbs and Tony de Zorzi steadied the chase with a composed 113-run stand. After Pakistan were bowled out for 333, the visitors reached 185/4 at stumps, trailing by 148 runs, with Stubbs unbeaten …

During the second Test match between Pakistan and South Africa at Rawalpindi, Pakistan’s batter Abdullah Shafique delivered a remarkable performance, surviving a tense moment where the ball struck his off-stump yet left the bails undisturbed. This incident, which occurred on Day 2 of the match, has become a talking point among cricket enthusiasts and analysts alike, highlighting the luck that …

There was no place for the consistent middle-order batter Sarfaraz Khan when the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced the India A squads for the upcoming two unofficial Test matches against South Africa A. The surprising omission has left many fans and cricket pundits questioning the rationale behind the selection, especially considering Sarfaraz’s recent form and improvements. …

South Africa are set to face Pakistan in the 22nd match of the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Tuesday, October 21. Laura Wolvaardt will lead her confident side into this clash as they look to extend their winning streak and keep their semifinal hopes strong. The batting unit anchored by Wolvaardt and Tazmin Brits has …