Pakistan vs South Africa first t20 match#cricket#pakistan#south africa#t20 #worldcup #babar azam

the most recent 1st T20I of a series between the two teams, which occurred on October 28, 2025, in Rawalpindi, Pakistan: 🏏 South Africa's Commanding Victory (Oct 2025) The match was the series opener of a three-match T20I series and saw an under-strength South African side stun the home team, Pakistan, with a convincing 55-run victory. Match Summary: Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi, Pakistan Result: South Africa won by 55 runs. Player of the Match: George Linde (South Africa) Key Highlights: South Africa's Innings: After winning the toss and electing to bat, the Proteas posted a strong total of 194/9 in their 20 overs. Reeza Hendricks anchored the innings with a fluent 60 off 40 balls. Debutante Tony de Zorzi added a quick 33 off 16 balls for a blazing start. George Linde provided a crucial late flourish with 36 off 22 balls. For Pakistan, spinner Mohammad Nawaz was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets for 26 runs. Pakistan's Chase: Chasing 195, Pakistan's innings never gained momentum and they were bowled out for 139 in 18.1 overs. The chase was dealt a massive blow early on with the dismissal of star batter Babar Azam for a duck on his return to the T20I side.