outh Africa edged out Pakistan by 11 runs in a gripping T20 encounter, showcasing a stellar all-round performance at the cricketing stage. Chasing a target of 184, Pakistan fell short, managing 172/8 in their allotted 20 overs.
South Africa vs Pakistan 1st T20I Live Score Kingsmead Durban
Batting first, South Africa posted a formidable 183/9, powered by a blazing 82 off 40 balls by David Miller, who smashed four boundaries and eight towering sixes. George Linde added a quickfire 48 off 24 balls, propelling the Proteas to a strong total. Pakistan’s bowling attack, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi (4-0-22-3) and Abrar Ahmed (4-0-37-3), kept the opposition under check during the death overs.
In response, Pakistan’s chase hinged on a steady knock of 74 off 62 balls by skipper Mohammad Rizwan, who lacked support from the other end. A fiery cameo of 31 off 15 balls by Saim Ayub provided early momentum, but South Africa’s bowlers, particularly George Linde (4-0-21-4), turned the tide with crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs.
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