Pakistan triumphed over South Africa by 5 wickets in the second quarter-final of the Hong Kong Sixes tournament, advancing to the semi-finals.
Pakistan captain Abbas Afridi won the toss and opted to bowl first. South Africa managed 102 runs for 3 wickets in the allotted 6 overs. Key performances included Jorik van scoring 40 runs, while Abdullah Bayumi and captain Jordan Morse contributed 1 run each. Bulki Samjman and Ythan John remained not out on 26 and 29, respectively.
Mohammad Shehzad starred with the ball for Pakistan, taking 3 crucial wickets to restrict the opposition.
Chasing 103 runs, Pakistan achieved the target in just 3.5 overs for the loss of 1 wicket. Opener Abdul Samad played a scintillating innings of 50 runs off 10 balls, hitting 8 sixes. Wicketkeeper-batsman Khawaja Nafe added 36 runs, while captain Abbas Afridi scored 12 runs off just 2 balls, hitting 2 sixes.
The win secures Pakistan’s spot in the semi-finals, showcasing their dominant batting and effective bowling in the fast-paced sixes format.
