PAK vs SA 2nd ODI: Quinton de Kock's Dominant 123 Leads South Africa to Victory
In the second ODI at Faisalabad, South Africa's Quinton de Kock delivered a stunning century, scoring 123 runs to overpower Pakistan by 8 wickets. Tony de Zorzi’s resilient 76 further cemented the victory.
Pakistan’s Innings Overview
Pakistan posted a fighting total of 269 for 9 in their 50 overs after recovering from an early collapse. Despite a poor start, contributions from the middle order kept their total competitive.
- Fakhar Zaman was dismissed for a duck, caught by Quinton de Kock off Nandre Burger, who made an early impact.
- Captain Babar Azam scored 11 and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan made 4, both falling cheaply as Pakistan stuttered to 45 for 3 within 10 overs.
- Saim Ayub displayed patience and skill, scoring 53 runs off 66 balls with five fours and a six.
- Agha Salman top-scored with a determined 69 off 106 balls, stabilizing the innings alongside Ayub.
- Mohammad Nawaz counter-attacked hard with 59 runs off 59 deliveries, including four sixes and three fours.
- Faheem Ashraf contributed an aggressive 28 off 18 balls, helping Pakistan cross the 250-run threshold in the final overs.
"PAK vs SA 2nd ODI: Pakistan put up a fighting total of 269 for 9 in their 50 overs against South Africa in the 2nd ODI at Faisalabad, recovering well after an early collapse."
South Africa’s batting lineup capitalized on this target effectively, with de Kock’s masterful hundred setting the tone for their commanding chase.
Author's Summary
Quinton de Kock’s brilliant century and Tony de Zorzi’s strong support led South Africa to dominate Pakistan’s competitive 269-run total and secure an emphatic win.