Fans went wild as South Africa destroyed Pakistan in the Cape Town Test, sealing the series 2-0
South Africa produced an excellent performance at Newlands, Cape Town, securing a 10-catch victory over Pakistan in the second test. This convincing win not only completed the 2-0 run but also reaffirmed the dominance of the Proteas in the ongoing game ICC World Test Championship (WTC).
Summary of the match
The hosts showed their dominance right from the start, amassing a huge first innings total of 615 runs. Pakistan’s batting faltered in response, as they were bowled out for just 194, forcing South Africa to bowl the follow-on. With the help of a valiant effort in the second innings, led by captain Shan Masood’s 145, Pakistan posted 478 on the scoreboard.
South Africa’s bowlers were relentless, with Keshav Maharaj, Marc Jansen and Kagisa Rabada leading the charge. The duo tore apart Pakistan’s batting line-up with precision, securing a target of just 58 runs for their batsmen.
South Africa’s decisive chase
Proteus he wasted no time in chasing an insignificant targetreaching 58 without the loss of a wicket in just 7.1 overs. Rookies Aiden Markram and David Bedingham showed composure and flair, sealing victory in style. This comprehensive victory highlighted South Africa’s all-round excellence and tactical superiority throughout the series.
Temba Bavuma’s impeccable record as captain
The series win also marked another milestone for South Africa’s captain, Temba Bavum, who is yet to taste defeat as a Test captain. With seven wins and one draw from eight matches, Bavuma’s leadership continues to lift the team’s performance.
South Africa’s eyes are on the final of the ICC Test World Cup
With the series over, South Africa now turn their focus to the ICC Test World Cup final against Australia at Lord’s in June. The Proteas will look to carry this momentum into the high-stakes encounter, looking to cement their place as one of the best teams in world cricket.
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Here are the fan reactions:
#Congratulations #PakistanCricket teams from different eras to this day for this great achievement 👏🙌🥳😜 #Pakistan #SAvPAK #PAKvsSA https://t.co/vIn7h8WCen
— Kunal Chatterjee (@KunalCh37079569) January 6, 2025
Since 2013, Pakistan have played 20 Tests in Australia, South Africa and New Zealand – and lost all 20.#SAvPAK | #PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/hV6t5H45JJ
— Grassroots Cricket (@grassrootscric) January 6, 2025
Pakistan Last 20 Test Matches in Australia and South Africa:
Lost on the 20th
Won 0
Drawn 0#SAvPAK #Cricket— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) January 6, 2025
Pakistan’s Test record in Australia and South Africa since 1999
Matches 30
won 1
Lost on the 29thThe only win was in Port Elizabeth, now known as Gqeberha, in 2007. Pakistan have made 11 tours of Australia and South Africa since 1999.
— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) January 6, 2025
🚨Pakistan’s last 16 Tests in SENA countries
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– No win for Pakistan in SENA countries 16 test matches.#SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/bw0yf9vrfB
— Sama Umair (@umair6723) January 6, 2025
Temba Bavuma has NEVER lost a test match as captain. Unreal things 🥵 #SAvPAK #PAKvsSA pic.twitter.com/h5PlAqMLUV
— Ahtasham Riaz (@ahtashamriaz22) January 6, 2025
South Africa were awarded a New Year’s Test against Pakistan
Results table: https://t.co/J6YlClks2c #SAvPAK #Test #cricket pic.twitter.com/d5jHgIZVoR
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 6, 2025
🚨 SOUTH AFRICA MOVE TO NUMBER 2 IN ICC TEST RANKINGS 🚨
– India dropped to 3rd place in ICC Test rankings.#PAKvsSA #SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/Op6MTnhiND
— Tanveer (@tanveermamdani) January 6, 2025
Temba bavuma Babar Azamu #PAKvsSA #SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/rAN0aR0DCb
— memes_hallabol (@memes_hallabol) January 6, 2025
Pakistan faced 3-0 in Australia (2024) and 2-0 in South Africa (2025), but the results don’t paint the real picture. Pakistan played better cricket under Shan Masood. Pakistan’s common problem remained the collapse on the tours of Australia and SA. #SAvPAK
— PTI Murree & kotlisattian (@Satti78678) January 6, 2025
It has been 2416 days since Pakistan last won a Test match in SENA countries.#SAvPAK #SAvsPAK #PAKvsSA #PAKvSA 🇿🇦🇵🇰 pic.twitter.com/TP3IhJ4CYu
— Pro Cricket PK🇵🇰 (@Pro_CricketPK) January 6, 2025
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