In the three-match ODI series, Pakistan destroyed South Africa. Under the Duckworth Lewis rule, Pakistan won by 36 runs in the third and final match of the series, setting a new global record. Now, in an ODI series played on their home ground, Pakistan has become the first team in history to destroy South Africa.
Pakistan accomplished this feat with Muhammad Rizwan as their captain. Johannesburg hosted Pakistan and Africa’s third One-Day International. Pakistan’s side displayed outstanding bowling and batting throughout the match. Rain further interfered with the match, so the DLS method was applied.
This was the situation of the third ODI
After winning the toss, South Africa chose to bowl, which turned out to be a very poor decision. Pakistan scored 308/9 runs in 47 overs while batting first. The team was only able to bat for 47 overs due to the rain. Sam Ayub, who came in to open for the team, had an incredible innings during which he scored 101 runs in 94 balls with 13 fours and two sixes.
In addition, former captain Babar and captain Muhammad Rizwan both scored half-centuries. Salman Aga had a solid innings of rest. Captain Rizwan used five fours and one six to score 53 runs in 52 balls. Babar used seven fours to help him score 52 runs in 71 balls. Salman Aga, the rest, used three fours and two sixes to score 53 runs in 33 balls.
South Africa’s performance in the run chase was poor
Subsequently, South Africa, who elected to chase the target, was given a target under DLS of 308 runs in 47 overs. Nevertheless, after 271 runs in 42 overs, the team crumbled. Heinrich Klaasen, the team’s wicketkeeper batsman, amassed a scorching 81 runs in 43 balls with the aid of 12 fours and 2 sixes. But he was unable to help the team cross the finish line during his inning.