Pakistan resumes Day 4 at 213/1, trailing by 208 runs against South Africa. The visitors face a challenging task to bridge the massive first-innings deficit of 421 runs but have shown resilience with a strong performance on Day 3.
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Current Standings
- Shan Masood: 102* (century milestone achieved on Day 3).
- Khurram Shahzad: 8* (yet to settle).
Day 3 Highlights
- Record Opening Partnership: Shan Masood and Babar Azam stood firm, showcasing a brilliant opening stand.
- Babar Azam’s Dismissal: Despite a determined effort, Babar fell short of a much-anticipated century, being caught in the gully off Marco Jansen just before the close of play.
- South Africa’s Dominance: Their massive first-innings total of 632/5 declared left Pakistan with a mountain to climb.
Key Challenges for Pakistan
- Batting Depth: The middle order will need to step up and support Shan Masood.
- Avoiding Collapses: Losing quick wickets could hand South Africa the upper hand.
- Chasing or Avoiding a Follow-On: A strong total is crucial to avoid further pressure.
Pitch and Conditions
- The pitch has shown signs of wear, offering assistance to both spinners and pacers.
- Weather remains clear, with no interruptions expected.
Stay tuned for live updates and scores as the match unfolds!