In a heated second ODI match between South Africa and Pakistan, prolific batter Heinrich Klaasen has been fined 15% of his match fee and given a demerit point for violating the ICC Code of Conduct. The incident occurred on December 19, causing a stir in the cricket world. This is not the first time Klaasen has faced disciplinary action, adding to his track record.
The Pakistan batter joined the likes of cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Anil Kumble when he became the latest addition to the list of batters dismissed for three consecutive ducks in one-day internationals. Despite this record, Pakistan has already secured the ODI series victory against South Africa, thanks to captain Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Kamran Ghulam's half-centuries in the third ODI. However, all eyes will be on Shafique in the final match to see if he can avoid making it four consecutive ducks.
The highly anticipated 11th edition of the Bangladesh Premier League T20 is set to begin on December 30th, and reigning champions Fortune Barishal have made a powerful addition to their already star-studded lineup. Pakistan's star pacer, Shaheen Shah Afridi, will take the field for Barishal as a direct signing, marking his maiden appearance in the tournament. However, due to his commitments to the Pakistan Cricket Board, Afridi will only be available for the opening five games of the tournament. Barishal will have a formidable lineup, with the likes of Tamim Iqbal, Mushfiqur Rahim, and other local stars, as they aim to defend their title.
Saim Ayub's century and Salman Agha's all-round performance helped Pakistan secure a three-wicket victory over South Africa in the first ODI match at Boland Park. Despite a shaky start, Ayub and Salman's 141-run partnership saved the day for Pakistan after South Africa's top order collapsed against Salman's off-spin bowling. Both players were instrumental in their team's success, with Salman earning the Man of the Match award and dedicating it to Ayub. Spin bowling was the key to the match, with slow bowlers taking seven wickets for 107 runs in total.
Pakistan's rising cricket star Saim Ayub stole the show with a magnificent hundred as his team narrowly edged out South Africa in a pulsating first ODI match. Ayub's 109 runs off 119 balls not only guided Pakistan's chase, but also proved crucial in overcoming a challenging target of 240. Supported by Salman Ali Agha's unbeaten 82, Ayub's heroics led Pakistan to a nail-biting three-wicket victory against a resilient South African team. With the series tied at 1-1, the stage is set for an exciting contest at Cape Town's Newlands for the second ODI.
Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi is on the verge of breaking Wasim Akram's record for the most wickets by a Pakistani bowler against South Africa in international cricket. As the first ODI of the three-match series begins today, Afridi needs just four more wickets to surpass Akram's 48 wickets in 31 innings. This could be a significant milestone for Afridi, who has been in impressive form in ODIs and will play a crucial role in Pakistan's attempt to recover from their T20I series loss to South Africa.
Australian fast bowler Jason Gillespie discusses his role as Pakistan's red-ball coach and the lack of communication he had with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) during his tenure. After leading the team to a successful Test series against England in October, Gillespie resigned last week, with Aqib Javed named as the interim Test coach and also handling white-ball duties following the exit of Gary Kirsten. Gillespie cites the reduction of his role and not having a say in the selection committee as key factors in his decision to step down.
The South Africa National Cricket Team and Pakistan National Cricket Team face off in the first ODI match of the series, with South Africa winning the toss and choosing to bat first. With the Champions Trophy on the horizon, both teams will be using this series as a chance to test their combinations. South Africa will have to navigate their way through a tough match with many of their key bowlers out due to injuries, while Pakistan looks to bounce back from a crushing defeat in the T20I series.
The highly anticipated third T20I between the South Africa and Pakistan cricket teams was called off due to severe rain and thunderstorms, leaving both teams disappointed. This unfortunate ending to the series comes after South Africa secured victory in the first two matches. Despite a recent series win against Australia, Pakistan will now have to use the canceled game to prepare for the upcoming ODI and Test series against South Africa. The toss was delayed due to dangerous weather conditions, depriving fans of a final chance to witness some exciting cricket between these two talented teams.
In a highly anticipated cricket match, India takes a dominating win against rival Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. After winning the toss, India chooses to field and successfully restricts Pakistan's batting, setting the stage for an exciting chase. With notable performances from their top-order batsmen, India secures a comprehensive victory in just 13 overs.