South Africa continues to assert dominance in the second Test against Pakistan at Cape Town. On Day 3, during the second session, Pakistan finds themselves trailing by a massive 421 runs with only one wicket remaining in their first innings.
The hosts, after posting a colossal total of 615 in their first innings, have showcased clinical bowling. Pakistan, struggling at 194/9 in 54.2 overs, is staring down a formidable deficit.
South African pacer Kwena Maphaka, in only his second Test match, delivered an impressive spell, claiming two crucial wickets for 43 runs in 8.2 overs. Spinner Keshav Maharaj was equally lethal, picking up 2/14 in 8 overs, maintaining an economy rate of just 1.75.
For Pakistan, Khurram Shahzad contributed a fighting 14 off 29 balls before falling as the ninth wicket. The last batter at the crease is Mohammad Abbas, yet to score, facing just one ball.
Session Highlights
Pakistan's current run rate stands at 3.57.
The last ten overs added 39 runs for the loss of three wickets at an average of 3.90 runs per over.
South Africa holds all three of their DRS reviews, reflecting their discipline in the field.
The Proteas’ relentless attack, combining pace and spin, left Pakistan with no answers. With a mountain to climb, Pakistan will need an extraordinary effort in their second innings to avoid an innings defeat.
