LAHORE – Pakistan surged to the second spot in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) standings after a stunning 93-run win over South Africa in the opening match of the two-Test series at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. The victory propelled Shan Masood’s side above Bangladesh, England, India, and Sri Lanka, giving Pakistan a perfect […]
Lahore Test
South Africa needs 226 runs as Pakistan hunts for victory
The thrilling third day of the Lahore Test between Pakistan and South Africa ended with Pakistan needing eight wickets to win. South Africa is chasing a target of 277 runs but has scored only 51 for the loss of two wickets so far. Ryan Rickelton is batting on 29 and Tony de Zorzi on 16 […]
Muthusamy’s Six-For Triggers Pakistan Collapse After Strong Start in Lahore Test
South Africa’s Senuran Muthusamy unleashed a devastating spell on the second morning of the Lahore Test, bowling Pakistan out for 378 after a strong overnight position at 362-5. The left-arm spinner claimed six wickets, including three in a single over, to turn the tide in South Africa’s favour. Pakistan had resumed their innings with Mohammad […]
Pakistan steady at 107-1 at lunch against South Africa in Lahore Test
LAHORE – Pakistan made a strong recovery after an early blow on the first morning of the Lahore Test against South Africa, reaching 107 for 1 at the lunch break. Opener Abdullah Shafique was dismissed for just 2 runs on the third ball of the match, trapped lbw by Kagiso Rabada. But captain Shan Masood […]
Pakistan Opt to Bat as WTC Campaign Begins Against South Africa in Lahore
LAHORE: Pakistan skipper Shan Masood won the toss and elected to bat first in the opening Test against South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday, launching Pakistan’s World Test Championship (WTC) 2025–27 campaign. Pakistan fielded two frontline spinners, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan, with Shaheen Shah Afridi and Hasan Ali leading the pace attack. […]