Pakistan face South Africa on Day 1 of the first Test at Gaddafi Stadium
Spin is expected to play a key role on Lahore’s turning pitch under hot October conditions, despite both teams having strong fast-bowling line-ups
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Pakistan ended the first day in strong fashion, reaching 313 for 5 at stumps. Imam‑ul‑Haq led the charge with a fluent 93, anchoring the innings with composure and timing. Meanwhile, Mohammad Rizwan (62*) and Salman Agha (52*) provided valuable support with unbeaten half-centuries, ensuring momentum continued deep into the session.
Earlier in the day, Pakistan lost a few early wickets, but were able to steady through the middle overs. The trio of Imam, Rizwan and Salman helped rebuild and then accelerate toward a commanding score on the first day. It would be interesting to see how the batters will perform on Day 2.
South Africa, on the other hand, will be under pressure to respond quickly. Senuran Muthusamy shone with the ball today, taking two crucial wickets. The pitch is expected to offer assistance to spinners later on, meaning the Proteas must tread carefully in their first innings on Day 2.
Pakistan Vs South Africa Highlights, 1st Test Day 1: Ball-By-Ball Commentary
Pakistan Vs South Africa Highlights, 1st Test Day 1: Toss Update And Playing XIs
Pakistan have won the toss and opted to bat first against South Africa.
South Africa (Playing XI): Tony de Zorzi, Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Aiden Markram(c), Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Kyle Verreynne(w), Senuran Muthusamy, Prenelan Subrayen, Kagiso Rabada, Simon Harmer
Pakistan (Playing XI): Imam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafique, Shan Masood(c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Salman Agha, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan
Pakistan Vs South Africa Highlights, 1st Test Day 1: Squads
South Africa Squad: Aiden Markram(c), Ryan Rickelton, Wiaan Mulder, Tristan Stubbs, David Bedingham, Corbin Bosch, Kyle Verreynne(w), Marco Jansen, Senuran Muthusamy, Simon Harmer, Kagiso Rabada, Zubayr Hamza, Tony de Zorzi, Dewald Brevis, Prenelan Subrayen
Pakistan Squad: Shan Masood(c), Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Salman Agha, Sajid Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad, Asif Afridi, Imam-ul-Haq, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Afridi, Rohail Nazir, Noman Ali
Pakistan Vs South Africa, 1st Test Day 1: Live Streaming
The Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test match will be telecast on FanCode app and website from 10:30 AM IST.
