South Africa is putting up a dominant batting display in the third ODI against Pakistan at the National Stadium, Karachi, racing to 229/2 in just 37.2 overs. With the platform set and big hitters yet to come, they look well on course for a 350+ total.
Bavuma, Breetzke lead the charge
Captain Temba Bavuma (82 off 96) anchored the innings before being run out by Saud Shakeel, ensuring a steady foundation. At the other end, Matthew Breetzke (82 off 82)* has been at his aggressive best, striking 10 boundaries to maintain an excellent run rate.
South Africa lost Tony de Zorzi (22 off 18) early to Shaheen Afridi (1/34 in 7 overs), but since then, the visitors have dominated. Heinrich Klaasen (31 off 28)* has joined Breetzke and is already striking at 110+, signaling an explosive finish ahead.
Pakistan’s bowlers under pressure
The home side has struggled to contain the Proteas’ batting firepower. Shaheen Afridi (1/34) provided the only breakthrough among the pacers, while spinners Abrar Ahmed (0/49 in 8) and Mohammad Hasnain (0/45 in 6) have been expensive.
With 13 overs still remaining, and big hitters like Kyle Verreynne, Wiaan Mulder, and Senuran Muthusamy yet to come, South Africa is well-positioned to cross the 350-run mark, putting Pakistan under immense pressure in this high-scoring contest.
