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Pakistan and South Africa are scheduled to face off in the second T20I match at Centurion on Friday. Muhammad Rizwan will captain the Green Shirts in an effort to prevent a significant defeat.
According to a report by Pak Observer, South Africa currently holds a 1-0 lead in the three-match T20 series. To avoid losing the series and make a comeback, Pakistan needs to secure a win in today’s match against the Proteas.
In other news, South African fast bowler Anrich Nortje has been ruled out of the white-ball series due to a foot fracture he sustained during training prior to the first match. Cricket South Africa has announced that all-rounder Dyan Galiem will replace him in the white-ball squad.
In the first T20I, South Africa emerged victorious against Pakistan, winning by 6 wickets. Pakistan batted first and set a target of 197 runs, with notable contributions from their top order.
However, South Africa chased down the target with relative ease, thanks to a strong performance from their batsmen, including a standout innings from Aiden Markram, who scored a brilliant half-century. This win has given South Africa a crucial lead in the series.
